History of Ja'Marr Chase in Timeline
Ja'Marr Chase is an American football wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals. He won a national championship at LSU and received the Fred Biletnikoff Award as the nation's top receiver. Drafted fifth overall in 2021, he set the rookie record for receiving yards in a game and helped the Bengals reach Super Bowl LVI, earning him Offensive Rookie of the Year and a Pro Bowl selection.
1988: Ja'Marr Chase Helps Bengals Reach Super Bowl LVI
In the 2021-2022 playoffs, Ja'Marr Chase contributed to the Bengals' journey to Super Bowl LVI, their first Super Bowl appearance since 1988.
1990: Ja'Marr Chase Helps Bengals End Playoff Drought
In the 2021-2022 playoffs, Ja'Marr Chase helped the Bengals win their first playoff game since the 1990 season.
1998: Ja'Marr Chase Sets Bengals Franchise Record for Receptions
During the 2023 season, Ja'Marr Chase set a new Bengals franchise record for single-game receptions, catching 15 passes against the Arizona Cardinals, surpassing the previous record set by Carl Pickens in 1998.
1999: Ja'Marr Chase Sets Rookie Postseason Receiving Record
During the 2021-2022 playoffs, Ja'Marr Chase set a new rookie record for postseason receiving yards with 368 yards, breaking Torry Holt's previous record of 242 yards set in 1999.
March 1, 2000: Birth of Ja'Marr Chase
Ja'Marr Anthony Chase was born on March 1, 2000.
2018: Ja'Marr Chase's Freshman Season at LSU
Ja'Marr Chase began his college football career at LSU in 2018, playing in all 14 games and starting in eight. He recorded 23 receptions, 313 yards, and three touchdowns.
2019: Ja'Marr Chase's Breakout Season
In 2019, Ja'Marr Chase had a standout season, leading the FBS in receiving yards with 1,780 yards, 84 catches, and 20 touchdowns. He also contributed significantly to LSU's undefeated season and their victory in the College Football Playoff National Championship.
2020: Ja'Marr Chase Opts Out of College Football Season
In 2020, Ja'Marr Chase made the decision to opt out of his junior year at LSU to prepare for the NFL draft.
June 2, 2021: Ja'Marr Chase Signs Rookie Contract with Bengals
On June 2, 2021, Ja'Marr Chase officially signed a four-year rookie contract with the Cincinnati Bengals, valued at $30.8 million.
September 12, 2021: Ja'Marr Chase's NFL Debut
Ja'Marr Chase made his regular season NFL debut on September 12, 2021, against the Minnesota Vikings, contributing 101 receiving yards and a touchdown to the Bengals' 27-24 overtime win.
2021: Ja'Marr Chase Drafted by Cincinnati Bengals
In 2021, Ja'Marr Chase was selected as the fifth overall pick by the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL Draft.
2022: Ja'Marr Chase Ranked Among NFL Top 100 Players
In 2022, Ja'Marr Chase was ranked 24th on the NFL Top 100 Players list, as voted by his peers.
2022: Ja'Marr Chase's Pro Bowl Selection and Record-Breaking Season
Ja'Marr Chase was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2022. He also set an NFL record for most receiving yards by a player in their first seven career games with 754 yards.
2023: Ja'Marr Chase's Continued Success and NFL Top 100 Ranking
Ja'Marr Chase continued to perform well in the 2022-2023 playoffs, leading the Bengals in receiving yards in their Wild Card Round win. He was also ranked 39th on the 2023 NFL Top 100 Players list.
April 24, 2024: Bengals Exercise Fifth-Year Option on Ja'Marr Chase's Contract
On April 24, 2024, the Cincinnati Bengals exercised the fifth-year option on Ja'Marr Chase's contract, ensuring his presence on the team for the 2025 season.