Bengals sign Ja'Marr Chase, making him highest-paid non-QB

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The Cincinnati Bengals have signed wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase to a four-year, $161 million contract, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. Chase's deal includes $112 million guaranteed. Teammate Tee Higgins has also agreed to a four-year, $115 million contract, with the first two years fully guaranteed. Both players confirmed their deals on social media. These signings follow Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow's push to keep both receivers, enhancing the team's competitiveness after two non-playoff seasons. The Bengals also re-signed tight end Mike Gesicki to a three-year deal.


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