Mon Sep 09 15:15:39 UTC 2024: ## Bengals QB Burrow Denies Contract Drama Impacted Week 1 Loss

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow dismissed any link between wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase’s contract holdout and the team’s 16-10 Week 1 loss to the New England Patriots.

Despite Chase missing a significant portion of training camp due to a contract dispute, Burrow insisted, “No, I wouldn’t say that’s accurate,” when asked if the offense was affected.

Chase’s availability was a game-time decision leading up to the game, and while he did play, he was held to six catches for 62 yards against a tough New England defense. Following the game, Chase attributed his lackluster performance to food poisoning on Saturday.

While the three-time Pro Bowler is coming off a solid 2022 season, the impact of missing crucial preseason preparation due to the contract drama remains a question.

Fans are bound to wonder if Chase’s firm stance on securing a new deal with Cincinnati could have a lingering effect on the team’s performance early in the season.

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