Sorry, A.J. Inexperienced … Chad Johnson tells TMZ Sports activities Ja’Marr Chase is one of the best extensive receiver to ever placed on a Bengals uniform.

The Cincinnati legend made no bones about it throughout a fast convo with our photog out in New York Metropolis this week … saying Chase is “completely” the No. 1 “within the historical past of the Bengals.”

“The franchise on the whole,” he added. “Sure.”

Johnson and Inexperienced are the 2 who Cincy followers have traditionally referred to as their WR GOAT — as they personal each main Bengals all-time receiving file.

Johnson piled up 751 catches for 10,783 and 66 touchdowns in his historic profession, whereas Inexperienced had 649 receptions for 9,430 yards and 65 TDs in his.

Chase is a little bit of a methods away at 395 for five,425 and 46, however Johnson mentioned the ex-LSU standout continues to be his Bengals prime canine regardless.

The truth is, Johnson advised us he believes the 25-year-old is at the moment “one of the best participant within the NFL proper now.”

As for what units Chase aside from everybody else in Johnson’s eyes — try the clip … Ochocinco had a really fascinating response.