Ja'Marr Chase Provides Encouraging Words After Leaving Practice

Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja Marr Chase suffered an injury during Tuesday's practice, causing concern for the team. The All-Pro wideout limped off the practice field after landing awkwardly on a deep-ball route but was able to walk away unassisted. A brief evaluation by the Bengals' head trainer followed, and Chase returned to the team's offensive sideline.

However, he did not return to action for the remainder of practice. Chase addressed the situation on ESPN Radio after practice, expressing that he is "good" and that the injury to his knee was merely a "little hyperextension." According to team insider Kelsey Conway of the Cincinnati Enquirer, Chase indicated that he could have returned to action if necessary.

The Bengals are expected to approach Chase's recovery cautiously for the remainder of the preseason, which concludes with a game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday. The team will kick off its regular-season schedule with a Week 1 contest against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 13.