In an intriguing turn of events, star player Chase is making his feelings about the Bengals crystal clear. He now has no intention of negotiating a long-term deal with the Bengals after a tumultuous summer. According to sources from ESPN, Chase feels deceived by the Bengals after being assured of a contract extension on two separate occasions, only to have those promises fall through.
To protect himself during this uncertain period, Chase has taken a bold step by securing a $50 million insurance policy for this season. One source close to the situation mentioned, “He’s good” with this insurance policy in place, ensuring that Chase is covered in case of injury or financial loss.
However, the Bengals have a reputation for not negotiating deals with players during the season, setting up a stalemate between the two parties. It seems that a resolution may not be reached until one side gives in.
When questioned about the Bengals’ position in the AFC this season, Chase confidently stated, “Everybody knows that, bro. It’s not ‘if.’ We are the team to beat in the AFC. And we know it. And we got to play like it too.”
Looking ahead, the Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up to face the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, kick-off scheduled for 4:25 p.m ET. This highly anticipated matchup marks their first encounter since the conference final of the 2022-23 season.
Despite the off-field distractions, Chase remains focused on achieving success. The Kansas City Chiefs kicked off the NFL season with an impressive victory over the Baltimore Ravens, with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes stealing the show. Rookie Xavier Worthy also made waves by scoring two touchdowns in his debut, adding further excitement to the upcoming game against the Bengals.
