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Ja'Marr Chase cites Denzel Ward as toughest cornerback faced

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Ja'Marr Chase cites Denzel Ward as toughest cornerback faced
Summary

Ja'Marr Chase of the Cincinnati Bengals recently discussed his toughest opponents during an interview on NFL Network's Inside Training Camp Live. He named Denzel Ward of the Cleveland Browns and Patrick Surtain II of the Denver Broncos as the hardest defensive backs he has faced. Ward, a former Ohio State standout, has been named to the Pro Bowl four times and recently signed a two-year extension worth $62.2 million. The Bengals and Browns are set to meet on December 6 and again on January 10.

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  • •Chase claims Ward and Surtain II are the toughest CBs faced.
  • •Ward was a first-round pick and has four Pro Bowl selections.
  • •Bengals and Browns will meet December 6 and January 10.
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  • 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase says former Buckeye DB toughest "by far"
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Ja'Marr Chase sat down with the NFL Network and said a former Buckeye is one of the toughest defensive backs he's had to face.

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