Zac Taylor Praises Ja’Marr Chase’s Triple Crown Push: ‘You Just Can’t Get Him the Ball Enough

Ja’Marr Chase: Chasing the Triple Crown Amid Bengals’ Struggles

Ja’Marr Chase is having a historic season that has often gone overlooked due to the Cincinnati Bengals’ string of high-scoring losses. However, the star wide receiver continues to shine, solidifying his status as one of the NFL’s top playmakers. On Monday night, Chase put together a blockbuster performance, registering 14 receptions, 177 yards, and two touchdowns, leading the Bengals to a 27-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. This victory snapped a three-game losing streak for Cincinnati and underscored Chase’s importance in a difficult season.

With his latest performance, Chase is now firmly in the race for the receiving triple crown, which includes leading the league in receptions, yards, and touchdowns. As of now, he holds 93 receptions, 1,319 yards, and 15 touchdowns, all of which have him atop the NFL leaderboard in those categories. Bengals’ head coach Zac Taylor expressed his admiration for Chase, saying, “We just can’t give him the ball enough.” In a season where the Bengals have struggled to find consistency, Chase has been one of the few bright spots, with his connection to quarterback Joe Burrow providing a reliable and explosive force for the offense.

Chase’s performance on Monday night marked his fifth career game with at least 10 catches, 175 yards, and multiple touchdowns, a feat no other player in NFL history has accomplished as often in their career. This achievement is a testament to his elite status at just 24 years old. In addition to his remarkable catches, Chase has set a career high for touchdown receptions, with his 15th touchdown of the season coming on a 40-yard catch that helped seal the victory for the Bengals.

Despite the Bengals’ struggles this season, with an unfortunate 2-4 record in games where they score 30 or more points, Chase has remained a beacon of consistency and excellence. His performance was not only crucial for the win but also continued to fuel his chase for the triple crown. Although Cooper Kupp of the Los Angeles Rams won the receiving triple crown just a few years ago, Chase is now in a similar position to make that rare achievement his own. However, Chase remains focused on the team goal, admitting that it would feel much better to claim the triple crown alongside a playoff run.

Despite Cincinnati’s lack of playoff hopes, Chase’s drive to perform at the highest level continues. Joe Burrow, who is often the recipient of Chase’s big plays, praised his teammate, saying, “He’s a special player. He continues to make plays after the catch, before the catch. Any way that you get him the ball, he makes plays. He deserves all he’s gonna get and more.”

In a lighthearted moment after the game, Chase celebrated the win with Burrow by smashing a Simpsons-themed donut in his face, a playful gesture that highlighted the camaraderie between the two. Chase joked, “I was told to do that, I didn’t want to do that,” but the moment perfectly encapsulated the bond between them and the joy that still exists amidst the Bengals’ trying season.

As the Bengals prepare for the remainder of their schedule, the Ja’Marr Chase show continues. His historic season not only puts him in contention for the receiving triple crown but also secures his place as one of the NFL’s elite players. Regardless of the team’s disappointing season, Chase’s individual brilliance remains undeniable.