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Chase Brown seeks Bengals extension as running back market rises

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:39 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Chase Brown seeks Bengals extension as running back market rises

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Chase Brown is pursuing a contract extension with the Cincinnati Bengals during training camp. Recent deals for running backs like Jahmyr Gibbs, Jonathan Taylor, and Bijan Robinson have increased the market value for players at his position. Brown's current contract situation will need to be resolved before the season opener against Tampa Bay on September 13. The Bengals' director of player personnel, Duke Tobin, is focusing on signing draft picks to extensions before the regular season. Brown had a notable last season with over 1,000 rushing yards and impressive receiving statistics.

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•Brown aims for an extension before the season opener on September 13.
•Recent high-profile running back contracts may impact his negotiations.
•He recorded 1,456 scrimmage yards in the past season, a record for a Canadian-born player.
•Quarterback Joe Burrow praised Brown's versatility and contributions to the offense.
•Bengals performance hinges on building off the success from last season's late surge.

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11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Chase Brown eyes a Bengals extension as new running back deals lift the market

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A possible contract extension for running back Chase Brown has been one of the underlying questions during Cincinnati Bengals training camp. With Detroit’s Jahmyr Gibbs, Indianapolis' Jonathan Taylor and Atlanta’s Bijan Robinson receiving new deals earlier this week, Brown is hoping he can follow suit. If Brown gets an extension before the Sept. 13 season opener against Tampa Bay, it must be completed by Labor Day.
— Yahoo Sportsby JOE REEDY

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Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 11:39 PM
Chase Brown eyes a Bengals extension as new running back deals lift the market
A possible contract extension for running back Chase Brown has been one of the underlying questions during Cincinnati Bengals training camp. With Detroit’s Jahmyr Gibbs, Indianapolis' Jonathan Taylor and Atlanta’s Bijan Robinson receiving new deals earlier this week, Brown is hoping he can follow suit. If Brown gets an extension before the Sept. 13 season opener against Tampa Bay, it must be completed by Labor Day.

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