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Bengals Redesign Offense Around Chase Brown as Lead Back

Coaches have reworked run-game concepts to showcase his rushing and pass-catching skills.

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Overview

  • Offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher called Brown a top-10 NFL running back and signaled plans to increase his carries and targets.
  • Brown totaled 1,350 scrimmage yards in 2024, ranking fifth in the league in yards from scrimmage from Weeks 9 through 17.
  • After missing the 2024 finale with an ankle injury, Brown reported feeling stronger entering camp and coaches emphasized monitoring his workload.
  • He ran five times for 26 yards and caught three passes for 25 yards in his preseason opener with Cincinnati’s first-team offense.
  • The release of Zack Moss this offseason has left Brown as the clear lead back behind Samaje Perine and rookie Tahj Brooks.