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A couple of years ago, the Cincinnati Bengals faced some backlash for taking Ja’Marr Chase so high in the NFL Draft.
While his athletic traits were undeniable, and the fact that he had already developed strong chemistry with Joe Burrow from their days in college was enticing, they desperately craved help on the offensive line.
Chase’s tenure in the league didn’t get off to a good start, as he struggled with drops in practice and the preseason.
He was quick to put those woes behind him when it actually counted, running away with the AP Offensive Rookie of the Year award after hauling in 81 receptions for 1,455 yards and a whopping 13 touchdowns.
Now, however, his teammate Tyler Boyd believes he’s poised for an even better season, as he’s finally starting to take his preparation and career more seriously.
Boyd told the Cincinnati Enquirer (via ProFootballTalk) about Chase’s improved work ethic, stating that he now handles himself like a veteran and is focused solely on football:
“Ja’Marr is just more polished about how he goes about his work day,” Boyd said, via Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer. “He doesn’t miss treatment. He’s not worrying about the wrong things outside of football. He gets here, is locked in, and does what he has to do before he gets on the field.
Tyler Boyd: Ja’Marr Chase is more polished in how he goes about his work day. https://t.co/Tfk5r4LYGq
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) August 25, 2023
He claims that Chase used to chill and play around when he first entered the league, but now he’s all about business and getting the job done.
Chase is coming off a season with 87 grabs for 1,046 yards and nine scores, but he was limited to just 12 games due to injury.
Just imagine what he might do now that he’s been working harder than ever.
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