Cincinnati Bengals fans are in a frenzy following reports that star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase is seeking a contract on par with what it takes to play quarterback for the New York Giants. Chase reportedly desires a four-year deal worth around $160 million, with approximately $120 million guaranteed—a figure that may surpass what the Bengals are willing to offer.
According to Richard Skinner on ESPN 1530, Chase’s demands are comparable to the $160 million contract the Giants gave quarterback Daniel Jones, though Jones received a $92 million guarantee, giving the team an option to exit the deal after three years. In contrast, the Minnesota Vikings gave Justin Jefferson $110 million in guarantees as part of his $140 million extension.
Chase is setting a high bar as the regular season approaches, and it’s uncertain whether the Bengals can meet his terms while maintaining a competitive roster, especially considering they are already paying quarterback Joe Burrow $55 million annually. NFL fans have had strong reactions to Chase’s reported contract demands.
.@Local12Skinny tells us on @ESPN1530 that he’s heard Ja’Marr Chase and his camp are looking for a 4-year deal in the $160 million range, with $120-ish million guaranteed from the #Bengals. #Vikings WR Justin Jefferson got $110 million guaranteed in his extension.
— Austin Elmore (@autyelmore) August 21, 2024
.@Local12Skinny tells us on @ESPN1530 that he’s heard Ja’Marr Chase and his camp are looking for a 4-year deal in the $160 million range, with $120-ish million guaranteed from the #Bengals. #Vikings WR Justin Jefferson got $110 million guaranteed in his extension.
— Austin Elmore (@autyelmore) August 21, 2024
.@Local12Skinny tells us on @ESPN1530 that he’s heard Ja’Marr Chase and his camp are looking for a 4-year deal in the $160 million range, with $120-ish million guaranteed from the #Bengals. #Vikings WR Justin Jefferson got $110 million guaranteed in his extension.
— Austin Elmore (@autyelmore) August 21, 2024
🚨REPORT: Star WR Ja’Marr Chase is reportedly looking for a 4-year deal in the 160 MILLION DOLLAR range from the #Bengals, per @espn1530.
Chase is also looking for around 120 million in guaranteed money.
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40M IN AVERAGE ANNUAL VALUE. Justin Jefferson has 35M in AAV. pic.twitter.com/PoR05Ugo6q
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) August 21, 2024
