Ja’Marr Chase was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals as the number 5 overall pick, 2021 NFL Draft. Most were expecting Penei Sewell to get drafted to the Bengals but they went with Chase. The Bengals already had two tackles on board and needed an offensive line but they instead chose Chase. The front office most likely thought that with the addition of Chase, Burrow would have an easier time on the field. So far, the decision taken to draft Chase has been great. The NFL is filled with great receivers and Chase certainly belongs in that discussion. In just over two and a half seasons Chase already has 243 receptions, 3415 receiving yards, and 28 touchdowns. He is dominant in the Red Zone area, can wreak havoc after the catch, and can make some of the most highlight reel catches that one can ever see.
Chase has a long list of attributes that make him special. He can outrun his defenders, he can outjump a player with his athleticism and has a knack for being in the right place at the right time to make catches. Ever since Chase came in, he has wasted no time in torching the opposing defenses and went on to win the Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2021. He was the first receiver since 2014 to win the OROY award. Chase is also the second in league history to have more than 400 yards and 5 touchdowns in his first five career games. To say that he’s been a special player would be an understatement. Chase is a great deep ball threat and is a high-IQ receiver who can do it all. So far the Bengals have been struggling this season and are 6-6. Without Burrow’s presence, Chase will have to step it up a notch to have a chance in the playoffs.
Also read: Where did Ja'Marr Chase g to college?
Ja’Marr Chase’s 40 time
Chase is one of the fastest players in the league and naturally, he ran his 40-yard dash in 4.38 seconds. This comes as no surprise as he can fly up and down the field with his remarkable athleticism and quickness.
Chase had the third fastest 40 times during the 2021 NFL draft. The only other players who were faster than him were Eric Strokes and Rondale Moore with timings of 4.31 and 4.32 seconds respectively.
With Chase’s speed, what many people do not know is that more than half of his career yards have come after the catch. He has a big play ability after he catches the football. In such little time, he is already off to a stellar start to his career and is a two-time Pro Bowler. The future looks very bright for the Bengals and Chase, being just 23 years of age, is sure to have rapid growth towards superstardom.
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A. Ja'Marr Chase's position is wide receiver.
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A. Ja'Marr Chase went to Louisiana State University (LSU).
A. Ja'Marr Chase was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals fifth overall in the 2021 NFL Draft.
