'Incredible': Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase soaking up chance to play in Spain

‘Incredible’: Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase soaking up chance to play in Spain

‘Incredible’: Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase soaking up chance to play in Spain

The Cincinnati Bengals are inching closer to their first overseas game since 2019, when they meet the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain.

For many on the roster, Sunday’s Madrid contest will be the first time they have played overseas, including star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase.

The former No. 5 overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft is soaking up the opportunity to play outside of the United States and said he’s impressed with the atmosphere of Madrid.

“I have really enjoyed it so far; it’s been incredible,” Chase said. “I have my family out here, so we’ve been able to see some of the things it has offered us in Spain. It’s been pretty fun.”

The 5-2 Bengals are seeking their fourth straight win on Sunday, taking on a Falcons team that Chase has faced only once in his career.

That came in 2022, when the Pro Bowl wide receiver hauled in eight catches for 130 yards and two touchdowns as the Bengals rolled to a 35-17 win.

Chase and the Falcons are connected because of that ’21 NFL Draft, when Atlanta passed on him with the No. 4 overall pick, ch...