Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase Active for Game Against Texans Despite Back Injury

Chase's participation crucial for Bengals as fellow wide receiver Tee Higgins is out; Chase has been key to Bengals' four-game winning streak with 35 receptions, 413 yards, and four touchdowns.

Bengals' wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, despite a back injury, is active for the game against the Houston Texans, following a pre-game warmup to determine his fitness.
Chase's participation is crucial for the Bengals as fellow wide receiver Tee Higgins is ruled out due to a hamstring injury.
Chase suffered a back injury during the Bengals' Week 9 victory against the Buffalo Bills, but an MRI revealed no damage, only a back bruise.
During the Bengals' four-game winning streak, Chase has been instrumental with 35 receptions for 413 receiving yards and four touchdowns.
On the season, Chase's 64 catches, 697 yards, and four TD catches are all tops on the Bengals, making him quarterback Joe Burrow's top target.