Ja'Marr Chase discusses his performance ahead of Bengals vs. Texans

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Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Ja'Marr Chase discusses his performance ahead of Bengals vs. Texans
Summary

Cincinnati Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase addressed his limited impact in Week 1 as the team prepares for their upcoming game against the Houston Texans. Despite only catching two passes in the season opener, Chase chose to remain composed and focused on team success, emphasizing accountability in his post-game approach. Bengals coaches have acknowledged the need to increase Chase's targets, as he only received four in the last game. This mirrors last season when Chase bounced back from a quiet opener with a strong performance in the following week. The Bengals aim to improve their offensive strategy in the upcoming matchup.

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  • Chase made only two catches in the opener.
  • Bengals coaches stress the need for more targets to Chase.
  • Chase emphasized accountability and focus on winning.
  • Last season, he rebounded after a slow start.
  • The Bengals prepare for the Texans this week.
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Ja'Marr Chase had some really noteworthy comments this week before the Bengals travel to Houston.

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