Ja’Marr Chase and the Cincinnati Bengals couldn’t finalize an extension for the star wide receiver last offseason. As the 2025 season approaches, the Bengals are expected to enter contract talks with both Chase and fellow wideout Tee Higgins, who are their top receivers. Chase, entering the final year of his rookie contract, is likely on track for a major extension before the season starts.
The Bengals and Chase held discussions last summer, but couldn’t come to an agreement. While several other receivers from Chase’s draft class, including DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Waddle, secured new deals, Chase and the Bengals decided to postpone further talks until after the season.
Speaking during the Pro Bowl Games, Chase expressed that he simply wants a fair deal in the upcoming negotiations.
“At the end of the day, I just hope I get what’s fair,” Chase told ESPN. “I don’t want to put too much pressure on anyone, but I just want it to be fair—that’s all. Fair means what I deserve. I’ve worked hard for this, and it’s already written in the story.”
Although Chase seemed frustrated by the lack of progress in contract talks last year, his outstanding performance in 2024 could work to his advantage. After an incredible season, including leading the league in receptions, yards, and touchdowns—a feat that placed him in an elite group—Chase is in line for a top-tier contract.
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With 127 receptions for 1,708 yards and 17 touchdowns, Chase is considered one of the best receivers in the NFL, alongside Minnesota’s Justin Jefferson, who currently earns $35 million per year as the highest-paid wideout.
Chase will also have the strong support of Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, who has been vocal about ensuring his receivers are compensated fairly. “I don’t know what more he could show and do to prove himself,” Burrow said about Chase. “We have several guys like that, who have stepped up for us and deserve to be paid what they’re worth.”
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