Bengals and Bears joint NFL training practices

During joint training camp practices between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Chicago Bears, Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase commented on the defensive style of Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson, describing him as a “real good corner” who was “pretty aggressive on a couple of plays.”

Chase experienced a significant injury scare during a Tuesday practice after landing awkwardly while attempting to catch a deep pass from quarterback Joe Burrow. Chase later clarified that the incident resulted in a “hyperextension” in his left knee rather than a more severe issue. He stated, “Just a football play. A misstep, missed my footing, and just a little tweak, but I’m fine.”

Although the Bengals opted to be cautious by removing him from the remainder of the practice, Chase indicated he would be ready to play if a game were held immediately. However, he is not expected to participate in the team's preseason finale against the Philadelphia Eagles.

In related team news, head coach Zac Taylor confirmed that quarterback Joe Burrow and other starters will also sit out the upcoming preseason game to prepare for the regular season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 13. Other injury updates from the period include Bengals linebacker T. J. Edwards working to return from a calf injury and Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent being listed as week-to-week due to a hamstring injury.

As the regular season approaches, Chase is expected to have limited practice this week while managing his left knee hyperextension. Additionally, wide receiver Tee Higgins is dealing with a heel contusion, though head coach Zac Taylor characterized it as a minor issue expected to resolve by the end of the week. Taylor expressed confidence that both Chase and Higgins should be ready for the season opener on September 13.