From OutKick · Scott Thompson · · 50s
Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase Scores First Touchdown
Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase scores jaw-dropping first touchdown after Week 1 struggles.
In brief
Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase scores jaw-dropping first touchdown after Week 1 struggles. Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase scored a touchdown against the Houston Texans in the first half of the season opener on September 20, 2026, after a lackluster start. Originally reported by OutKick.
Week 1 Struggles
Ja'Marr Chase had two catches for 12 yards in last week's game against the Buccaneers.
First Touchdown Grab
Chase caught a touchdown pass against the Houston Texans in the second quarter on September 20, 2026.
Jaw-Dropping Play
Chase contorted his body to snag the ball in a jump ball scenario with single-man coverage.
Team Momentum
The Bengals defense turned the ball over on downs after Dexter Lawrence tackled David Montgomery.
Season Impact
Chase's touchdown proved his value as a key receiver for the Bengals' success despite Week 1 struggles.
What it means
Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase scored a touchdown against the Houston Texans in the first half of the season opener on September 20, 2026, after a lackluster start.
