Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey laid out the brutal truth about guarding Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, saying straight up, “It would be cool if I didn’t match up with him so much.” It’s a candid admission from a top corner, and when you look at the numbers, you totally get why he feels that way.
Chase Has Absolutely Torched the Ravens
Talk about a nightmare assignment. Humphrey has squared off against Chase nine times in his career, spanning eight regular season games and one intense playoff matchup. In those nine contests, Chase hasn’t just been good, he has been an absolute problem. The guy has racked up a staggering 77 catches for 1,245 yards and an incredible eight touchdowns. Those numbers are not just impressive, they are flat out dominant. No wonder Humphrey is feeling the heat.
“All-Hands-On-Deck” For Sunday’s Showdown
Humphrey didn’t just lament the tough matchup, he also gave Chase and his teammate Tee Higgins their due respect. He called Chase “one of the best in the game,” and put Higgins right up there, calling him “Top 10” in the league. Guarding those two is, by Humphrey’s own words, “one of the toughest assignments an NFL cornerback can draw.” It is no easy task. Humphrey knows the plays are going to be made, but his focus for this Sunday’s game is clear: “win more than they win and try to limit the explosives.” He’s calling it an “all-hands-on-deck game,” acknowledging the monumental challenge ahead.
The Ravens and Bengals are set to clash again this Sunday, and Humphrey, despite the historical numbers, sounds eager for the opportunity. He believes it will be a “great opportunity” for a big game, and you know he’s going to be ready for the challenge. You have to be when you’re facing a guy like Ja’Marr Chase.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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