The rivalry between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Kansas City Chiefs is heating up, especially with star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase avoiding mentioning Patrick Mahomes in a recent interview. In a clip posted on NFL social media, Chase refused to acknowledge Mahomes as the No. 1 player on the 2024 edition of the league’s Top 100 list, despite Mahomes’ impressive performance leading the Chiefs to back-to-back Super Bowl titles.
Chase made it clear that he was putting his teammate Joe Burrow first, highlighting a potential rivalry not just between the Bengals and the Chiefs, but also between Mahomes and Burrow. The tension between the two teams has been building, especially after facing off in the AFC Championship Game in 2021 and 2022.
Although the Bengals faced a setback last season when Burrow was sidelined with a hand injury, he is now back in action with Chase by his side. The duo is determined to keep the rivalry with the Chiefs alive and well.
Chase praised Mahomes’ skills but admitted to feeling a bit salty about not putting Burrow first in his rankings. With Burrow healthy and ready to lead the Bengals, the upcoming matchups between the two teams are sure to be intense and competitive.
The Bengals-Chiefs rivalry is not just about the players on the field but also about the fans and the excitement they bring to the game. As the tension between the two teams continues to grow, football fans can look forward to thrilling matchups and intense competition in the seasons to come.