Ja’Marr Chase says he enjoys messing with Joe Burrow, and the Bengals receiver offered a colorful look at the pair’s chemistry as the quarterback returns from injury. Chase described a physical, playful rapport that dates back to their LSU days and helps keep the locker room loose during a long season.
The relationship mixes trash talk with genuine trust, Chase said, recounting how he bumps, headbutts and even playfully punches Burrow in practice. Teammates hear the banter and see the bond translate to the field, where shared history and timing have produced one of the NFL’s most dangerous quarterback‑receiver combinations when healthy.
Cincinnati Bengals, Joe Burrow
Joe Burrow (10) prepares to take part in a quarterback contest at halftime during the Ohio State spring football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, April 15, 2017.
Burrow’s limited return to practice this week added an emotional lift to Cincinnati’s offense, and Chase admitted he was surprised by how quickly his teammate rejoined team activities. The veteran receiver called Burrow “crazy” in the best sense, praising his dedication and competitive drive while noting that the quarterback’s presence elevates the entire unit.
Coaches view the exchange as part of team chemistry rather than a distraction, and coverage of the dynamic has emphasized how interpersonal trust can sharpen on‑field performance. Analysts pointed to Chase’s production this season and noted that a happy, engaged Burrow makes a meaningful difference in play design and execution for the Bengals.
Cincinnati Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase Talks About Messing With Teammate Joe Burrow
Cincinnati Bengals, Ja'Marr Chase
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (1) celebrates with Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter of the NFL game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024.
Just recently, Chase faced reporters and spoke about how he’s messing with Burrow and treats him as his little brother. This can be seen in a video shared by Ben Baby on Instagram.
For fans, the narrative provides both entertainment and context for why the Bengals rally around their playmakers. Chase’s playful aggression is a reminder that elite teammates often relate through inside jokes and physicality that outsiders misread, but which teammates accept as ritual and motivation.
Cincinnati Bengals, Ja'Marr Chase
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (1) catches a pass for a first down in the red zone in the second quarter of the NFL football game between Chicago Bears and Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Nov. 2, 2025.
As Cincinnati prepares for critical late‑season matchups, the Burrow‑Chase connection remains a storyline to watch. Their rapport is more than headline fodder; it is a practical asset when timing and trust determine tight windows and contested catches.
Whether called brotherly roughhousing or team bonding, Chase’s approach underlines a basic truth of pro sports: relationships forged in practice have real consequences in games. The Bengals will need that edge as they push through the season’s decisive stretch.
Cincinnati Bengals, Joe Burrow
NFL quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws a touchdown pass to Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (1) in the first quarter of the NFL game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024.
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