Jaguars face challenge containing Bengals' Chase and Higgins in Week 4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 12:17 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars will visit the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday for a crucial Week 4 matchup. Both teams enter the game with a 2-1 record, with the Jaguars coming off a victory against the New England Patriots. The Jaguars' secondary must effectively handle Bengals wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, who have each had strong performances in recent games. Jacksonville has shifted to using more man coverage this season, potentially helping them against Cincinnati's top receivers. The outcome could significantly influence each team's early-season standing in the AFC.
- •Jaguars are 2-1 after defeating the Patriots.
- •Bengals also sit at 2-1 following a loss to the Steelers.
- •Chase and Higgins are key players for Cincinnati's offense.
- •Jaguars have increased man coverage, featuring Travis Hunter at CB.
- •The matchup will impact early playoff positioning in the AFC.
- 12:17 AMYahoo Sports — Can Jaguars CBs Contain Bengals WRs Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins?
"If the Jaguars want to beat the Bengals in Week 4, the secondary must hold up against star WRs Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.
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