Justin Jefferson must first sign an extension, according to Ja’Marr Chase.
This offseason, Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase is qualified for a contract extension. With one year remaining on his rookie contract, the Bengals will almost certainly exercise his fifth-year option, which will keep him under team control until 2025.
Chase, though, is hoping for a new contract with the Bengals as soon as possible.
Lord knows that’s what I want to do. According to SI.com’s Callie Lawson-Freeman, Chase stated on Thursday, “I mean, but we’ll see what happens.”
President of the Bengals Mike Brown has been candid about the difficulty in trying to hold onto Chase and receiver Tee Higgins following quarterback Joe Burrow’s signing of a $275 million, five-year contract in September. With a hamstring injury, Higgins is questionable for Sunday’s game and has probably played his last for the Bengals. This week, someone asked Chase if he would take a lower salary to keep Higgins.
That’s a valid question, according to Chase. “Who knows? That is dependent upon my dosage. Ultimately, it will depend on the situation, as I may decide not to take a cut at that point. It could originate from another location.
CeeDee Lamb, a receiver for the Cowboys, stated earlier this week that his goal is to become the highest-paid player in the NFL. Tyreek Hill, a receiver for the Dolphins, earns $30 million on average in new money, making him the highest paid player at the position right now.
Chase is aware that whenever Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson signs an extension, it probably resets the market at the position.
When asked if Jefferson having a deal done is a requirement for signing an extension, Chase responded, “Hell, yeah,” laughing. Burrow followed the five-year, $262 million contract signed by Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert in this manner. In talks, Chase stated that he will give “upfront” money priority.
In the second year of the agreement, Burrow is guaranteed money, but Chase would not be so explicit about what he wants.
“I’m not sure. Chase remarked, “You’re going a little too far now, buddy.” “Gave you a hint of heat.” Take just a portion of it.
Chase has 96 receptions for 1,197 yards and seven touchdowns this season, making his third straight Pro Bowl appearance. Despite a shoulder injury, he will play in the Bengals’ final game on Sunday in the hopes of getting the season’s 100 catches.
