Ja'Marr Chase says he's close to an extension with Bengals and whether he plays is his decision

CINCINNATI (AP) — Ja'Marr Chase said he and the Cincinnati Bengals are close to an agreement on a contract extension, with the star wide receiver adding Friday that it's his decision whether he plays Sunday against visiting New England.

Chase held out most of the preseason and returned to workouts two weeks ago. He said the process of negotiating a new deal has been stressful.

“Overall, it's a learning process for me,” Chase told reporters. “Seeing how to go about the situation and keep my feelings uninvolved in it, that's all.”

Chase was listed as questionable for Sunday's season opener. He said if he plays, he would likely be limited because he hasn't practiced much.