Ja’Marr Chase recognized among top NFL players ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 2:47 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Ja'Marr Chase earned major recognition as he was ranked No. 4 on CBS Sports' 2026 Top 100 NFL Players list. Despite the Cincinnati Bengals' disappointing 6-11 season in 2025 and struggles with injuries, Chase had an impressive season with 125 catches for 1,412 yards and eight touchdowns. He also achieved his second first-team All-Pro honors and fifth Pro Bowl selection, marking him as the highest-ranked Bengal on the list. The Bengals are looking to improve in the upcoming season, starting on September 13 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at home.
- •Chase had 125 catches for 1,412 yards in 2025.
- •He ranked third in receptions and fourth in receiving yards that season.
- •Chase set a franchise record with 16 catches in a single game.
- •The Bengals open the 2026 season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- •Cincinnati aims to recover from a disappointing previous season.
- 2:47 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase Earns Major Recognition Before 6th NFL Season
"Ja’Marr Chase had a standout campaign despite the Cincinnati Bengals’ disappointing season.
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