Fans react to Ja’Marr Chase spitting scuffle during Steelers game

Ja’Marr Chase could be watching his teammates from the sidelines Sunday after allegedly spitting on Pittsburgh Steelers veteran defensive back Jalen Ramsey in Pittsburgh, where the Cincinnati Bengals suffered a 34-12 loss to their division rival.

Reports indicate Chase and Ramsey were engaged in multiple scuffles throughout the third quarter before Ramsey threw a punch at Chase, resulting in a penalty and immediate ejection from the game. Ramsey later claimed it was triggered by Chase allegedly spitting on him on the field.

Chase told media it never happened.

“I never opened my mouth to that guy,” he said. “I didn’t spit on nobody.”

A video later surfaced on social media appears to show Chase did spit. It could lead to the mandatory one-game suspension. The NFL announced it is currently investigating the incident, with a ruling expected to be announced sometime today.

Chase’s suspension would be a major hit to the Bengals, who are already sitting at 3-7 with a struggling defense (giving up at least 27 points for nine consecutive games).

The wide receiver is leading the league with 79 catches, 861 yards and five touchdowns.

The Bengals host the Patriots this Sunday, with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. ET.