CINCINNATI — Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase spoke for more than 10 minutes outside his locker room for the first time since January.

The 24-year-old wanted to make one thing clear: He has not approached the Bengals for a contract extension.

“I didn’t ask or demand a contract this year,” Chase said before answering questions.

The three-time Pro Bowler said Bengals management approached him about a possible extension this offseason.

The 2024 season starts in less than 48 hours and he still has no contract. What are the chances they will agree to an extension now?

“I don’t know man, it’s a long shot,” Chase said. “For me, my deadline was today.”

Chase left open the possibility of doing something between now and Sunday’s game with the Patriots, but didn’t sound optimistic. After not practicing during training camp, he returned to the practice field this week. He called himself a “game decision” and added that he is 100 percent healthy.

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