Chase Injures Left Knee at Bengals Practice

Ja’Marr Chase left Bengals practice with an apparent left knee/leg issue after an awkward landing on a deep route, but he walked off under his own power and later appeared to be walking and talking with teammates, signaling at least some improvement. Multiple reports say Chase remained at practice for a time, though some accounts note he did not return to drills and could be limited moving forward. The Bengals plan to monitor him closely and are expected to proceed cautiously, with a focus on Friday’s preseason finale. While descriptions range from a knee tweak to a possible hyperextension, there is relief that the injury does not appear severely debilitating at this stage. Chase’s absence would be impactful for the offense, given his production in recent seasons, making timely updates on his status a priority for the team and its fans. Further information will come as trainers assess him and the team releases more details.