Former Bengals star Chad Johnson talks Ja'Marr Chase, makes bold prediction for Super Bowl MVP

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Legendary Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson is going with his former team in Sunday’s Super Bowl matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, and he thinks newly named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Ja’Marr Chase is going to be the player to watch.

Johnson, 44, spoke to Fox News Digital about Chase’s rookie season, during which he caught 81 passes for 1,455 yards and 13 touchdowns, surpassing Johnson’s 1,440 yards for the franchise record. Johnson also spoke about Chase's remarkable chemistry with former LSU teammate Joe Burrow. 

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"The funny thing about their WiFi – I’m not going to say connection – their WiFi is what it’s always been. Think about what they did at LSU," Johnson said. "There’s a reason Burrow went to the table and said I want Ja’marr Chase to come in. Make sure we draft Ja’Marr Chase and not the lineman (Penei Sewell)."

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (Associated Press)

"I think Chase being a Bengal is part because Joe Burrow wanted to have him here so they could pick up right where they left off at LSU, which is why they’ve been so stellar in just his rookie season," Johnson continued.

Johnson also spoke about the possible matchup between Chase and Rams’ cornerback Jalen Ramsey, saying it would be hard to predict who might have the edge if those two are paired up Sunday. 

"It’s hard to say. It’s one we’re going to have to watch," Johnson told Fox News. "It’s one we’re going to get to enjoy, but to say who's going to win, you