## Bengals’ Zac Taylor has no problem with Ja’Marr Chase’s ’emotional’ postgame comments
### Bengals Head Coach Defends Star Receiver After Emotional Outburst
**Cincinnati, OH** – Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor has defended star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase following the player’s emotional postgame comments after the team’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.
Chase, who had a relatively quiet game with only three catches for 50 yards, was visibly upset after the Bengals’ 27-16 defeat. The 2021 Offensive Rookie of the Year was seen yelling and gesturing on the sideline during the game and was also critical of the team’s performance in his postgame press conference.
“We’re not playing good enough,” Chase said. “We’re not executing. We’re not making plays. We’re not doing anything right. It’s frustrating.”
Taylor, however, said he understands Chase’s frustration and has no problem with the receiver’s emotional outburst.
“Ja’Marr is a competitor,” Taylor said. “He wants to win, and he wants to be the best. When we don’t play well, he’s going to be frustrated. I don’t have a problem with that.”
### Chase’s Emotional Response Draws Mixed Reactions
Chase’s emotional response has drawn mixed reactions from fans and analysts. Some have praised Chase for his passion and desire to win, while others have criticized him for being too emotional and not being a good leader.
Former NFL quarterback Dan Orlovsky was one of those who criticized Chase’s comments.
“I think it’s a bad look for him,” Orlovsky said on ESPN’s “Get Up!” “He’s a young player, and he’s going to have to learn how to handle his emotions better. You can’t be throwing your teammates under the bus like that.”
Former NFL wide receiver Cris Carter, however, defended Chase.
“I think it’s great that he’s showing that he cares,” Carter said on Fox Sports 1’s “First Things First.” “He’s a young player, and he’s going to make mistakes. But I love the fact that he’s not afraid to show his emotions.”
### Bengals Looking to Bounce Back
The Bengals are now 2-3 on the season and will look to bounce back next Sunday when they host the New Orleans Saints.
Taylor said he expects Chase to play a big role in the team’s bounce-back effort.
“Ja’Marr is a special player,” Taylor said. “He’s going to be a big part of our success this season. I’m confident that he’ll bounce back from this and have a great game next week.”
### Chase’s Production Down in 2022
Chase’s production has been down slightly in 2022 compared to his rookie season. Through five games, he has 25 catches for 362 yards and two touchdowns.
Last season, Chase had 81 catches for 1,455 yards and 13 touchdowns in 17 games.
Some have speculated that Chase’s production has been down due to the absence of quarterback Joe Burrow, who is recovering from an appendectomy. Burrow is expected to return to the lineup next week against the Saints.
### Bengals Need Chase to Step Up
The Bengals are going to need Chase to step up and be a more consistent playmaker if they want to make a run at the playoffs this season.
Chase is one of the most talented young receivers in the NFL, and he has the potential to be one of the best in the league.
If he can put together a strong second half of the season, the Bengals will be a much more dangerous team.