Bengals WR Chase says he’s ‘fine’ after knee scare
Bengals star Ja'Marr Chase says he is 'fine' after a left knee hyperextension scare during practice. He says he'll be ready for Week 1.
The update
Bengals star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase said he is fine after a left knee injury that cut his practice short on Tuesday. The injury occurred as Chase attempted to haul in a deep pass down the right sideline. After a few anxious moments, the receiver climbed back to his feet and limped off under his own power. He was briefly evaluated by trainers before returning to the sideline to watch the remainder of practice.
Why it matters
Chase described the injury as a hyperextension but not very serious. He stated that if there were a game tomorrow, he would definitely be playing. The team has had a relatively healthy training camp, but this scare adds a layer of uncertainty to the Bengals’ offensive outlook as they approach the season opener.
What to watch
Chase said it will be up to others inside the building to determine how much work he does during the rest of the preseason. The Bengals have one exhibition contest left, a road game Friday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Fans should monitor his participation in practice this week to gauge his readiness for Week 1.
Sources
- espn.com — The update and injury details
- Bengals Wire — Why it matters and context