Bengals Stars’ Lavish Purchases Divide Fans
Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins have been making headlines after securing massive contracts. The duo, who recently signed combined deals worth $273 million, were spotted in Miami driving luxury supercars, sparking a range of reactions from fans.
Chase, who is now the highest-paid non-quarterback in the league, was seen in a white Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, while Higgins, the league’s highest-paid WR2, was driving a McLaren 765LT Spider. Both models are valued in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Videos of the players behind the wheel quickly went viral, generating both admiration and criticism from NFL fans.
Fan Reactions: Praise and Scrutiny
While many acknowledged the players’ right to celebrate their financial success, others saw the purchases as excessive. Some fans questioned their spending, particularly considering the pair has yet to win a Super Bowl.
One critic wrote, “Ugly car. He gonna need them slips in about 4-5 years anyhow. 80% are broke within 4 years of retirement.” Another commented, “What did you expect? You think these two had plans to do anything for the greater good of society?”
Other fans referenced past incidents involving NFL players and luxury cars, cautioning against reckless driving. They brought up Henry Ruggs’ career-ending crash and ongoing investigations into an alleged street racing incident involving Rashee Rice as cautionary tales. Tyreek Hill’s arrest in Miami earlier in the season was also mentioned.
Despite several negative reactions, there was no evidence that the Bengals wideouts were engaging in reckless behavior during their drive.
Chase and Higgins Interact With Fan
During their Miami outing, Chase and Higgins proved that the recent fame and fortune hasn’t changed them. The players interacted with a young Bengals fan at a gas station. They greeted the child warmly and posed for pictures. Higgins, in particular, appeared to be enjoying his time in the high-performance vehicle.
This moment resonated with fans who saw it as proof that, despite their wealth, Chase and Higgins remain grounded. The young fan, despite being from Florida, was thrilled to meet the Bengals stars.
While NFL players can enjoy their earnings, major purchases like these will always draw scrutiny. Some fans want athletes to stay humble. Others don’t see any issue with them enjoying the rewards of their hard work.
For Chase and Higgins, their focus remains clear: bringing a Super Bowl to Cincinnati. If they can perform well after their new contracts, fans may be more open to their luxury lifestyles.
