Ja'Marr Chase Penalized for Abusive Language Amid Contract Dispute

The Bengals star receiver's frustration over a missed call and ongoing contract issues led to a crucial penalty in a loss to the Chiefs.

Ja'Marr Chase received a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for using abusive language toward a referee during the Bengals' 26-25 loss to the Chiefs.
Chase believed he was the victim of an illegal hip-drop tackle, a controversial move banned by the NFL this offseason, which was not called by the officials.
The penalty stalled a critical drive for the Bengals, who had to settle for a field goal instead of potentially scoring a touchdown.
Chase has taken out a $50 million insurance policy on himself after failing to secure a long-term contract extension with the Bengals.
Contract negotiations between Chase and the Bengals have been put on hold, with Chase feeling misled by the team's promises of an extension.