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By Matt Audilet
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Cincinnati Bengals superstar Ja'Marr Chase is widely considered one of the best wide receivers in football.
The five-time NFL Pro Bowler notched a receiving Triple Crown in 2024, leading the league in receptions, receiving yards and receiving touchdowns. Last year, he had 125 catches for 1,412 yards and eight scores.
So, who gives Chase the most trouble in the secondary?
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When asked that question at training camp practice on Monday, Chase didn't hesitate to share two names: Denzel Ward and Patrick Surtain II.
"Denzel Ward, Patrick Surtain," Chase replied when speaking with NFL Network. "Definitely the two guys by far."
Ward logged his third consecutive Pro-Bowl selection with the Cleveland Browns in 2025. Earlier this offseason, he signed a two-year, $62.2 million contract extension through the 2029 season.
The same year Chase recorded his Triple Crown, Surtain was named the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year. Last season, the Denver Broncos cornerback recorded his four consecutive Pro-Bowl selection.
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Chase and the Bengals will open up their 2026 regular-season schedule with a Week 1 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sept. 13.
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