Chase’s monster day against a recent Jaguars matchup underscores Jacksonville’s vulnerability to elite receivers in the air, offering a cautionary note on relying too heavily on defensive rankings alone.

Chase is the Bengals’ primary weapon after a 2024 Triple Crown season and 16 receptions for 191 yards in two games this year. If the running game stalls, Chase is the focal point, challenging Minnesota’s inexperienced corner depth.

Chase remains the primary big-play target in Cincinnati; his fantasy value hinges on Browning’s accuracy and Burrow’s absence, with volume likely elevated but efficiency pressured by the replacement QB.

Chase remains a high-volume target for Browning, benefiting from a favorable offense and the Bengals’ top playmaker status, boosting his fantasy ceiling even with a different quarterback.

<p>Burrow’s absence elevates Chase’s ceiling, as the offense looks to exploit increased target share and big-play compatibility with Browning. Even without Burrow, Chase remains a weekly top-five WR when the offense clicks.</p>