Cincinnati Bengals Ja’marr Chase Story From Stealing Sister’s Car to NBA Superstar

Cincinnati Bengals Ja’marr Chase Story From Stealing Sister’s Car to NBA Superstar

The Cincinnati Bengals drafted Chase in the first round with the fifth overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft.

Athlete FamilyAshish

November 22, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on November 17, 2026

Ja’marr Chase, an American professional football wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, is a family guy, and his family is his priority.

He has four siblings: two brothers, Jimmy Chase Jr. and Terrell Young, and two sisters, Taylor and Mia.

Ja’Marr Anthony Chase, the son of Jimmy Chase Sr. and Toleah Chase, was born on March 1, 2000, in Harvey, Louisiana. He had a strong support system and foundation from his parents.

Jimmy Chase Sr. and Toleah Chase have always been his biggest fans.

His father has a background in athletics himself, having played as a defensive back for Alcorn State University. Today, he serves his community as a case manager and Drug Court Clinician at the Criminal District Court in the Parish of Orleans.

On the other hand, his mother’s unwavering support for him has always been clear. She has been a constant and proud presence in Ja’Marr’s life and career.

The pride Jimmy Sr. and Toleah have for their son was on full display when Ja’Marr was selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. In his emotional moment of achievement, the wide receiver’s first action was to publicly thank his parents for their love and guidance.

Also, see: Cincinnati Bengals’ Pride Ja’Marr Chase Creates History By Becoming The Youngest Wide Receiver To Receive Triple Crown Feat!

Ja’Marr Chase Stole His Sister’s Car Before He Stole the Show

Cincinnati Bengals star Ja’Marr Chase is known for his electric plays on the field, but his high-energy personality was clear long before his NFL career.

In a funny childhood story, an 11 or 12-year-old Chase once “stole” his sister’s car to drive around the neighborhood. His parents enrolled him in football to channel that boundless energy, and it clearly paid off.

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Ja'Marr Chase really stole his sister's car when he was 11 or 12 😅 #jamarrchase #nfl #car #football #bengals #wr ♬ original sound – Sports Illustrated

Ja’Marr has two sisters, Taylor and Mia. The famous car story doesn’t specify which sister’s vehicle he borrowed.

There aren’t many updates on the wide receiver’s sisters, but both were there to support their brother when he was drafted into the NFL.

Taylor even gave an interview during the celebration, while Mia was present but stayed out of the spotlight. The sisters are also a cherished part of his success.

When Ja’Marr signed his rookie contract with the Bengals, he celebrated by giving both Taylor and Mia a generous gift of $15,000 each.

Beyond his sisters, Ja’Marr has two brothers, Jimmy Chase Jr. and Terrell Young.

Jimmy played offensive guard at SMU, continuing the family’s football tradition, and Terrel attended high school in Texas.

Ja’Marr Chase Put His Family First With His First Million

Ja’Marr Chase’s first big purchase after signing his NFL contract was all about his family.

After receiving his signing bonus, he used his first million to take care of the most important people in his life.

Ja’Marr’s first mission was to buy his mother a new car.

Her old Audi had a broken air conditioner, and the wide receiver knew he had to act fast. His solution was a $65,000 black Maserati, a gift which brought tears of joy to both of them.

My pops came to me about it. She been having an Audi and the Audi was real bad. The air stopped working in it, so she’s not about to try to ride around in no hot car. Gotta get her a car ASAP.

Ja’Marr Chase

Moreover, Ja’Marr paid off the remaining $100,000 on his family’s home and gave each of his siblings $15,000.

He saved roughly $400,000 of his first million after treating himself with a Rolls-Royce and other personal items, including jewelry, clothes, and tattoos.

The rest of this, I saved. Just put away, made sure I had it for a good day. Family, friends. You know, something that’s real important down the line.
Saving your money is way better than spending it. You don’t know how much you’re losing when you spend it, so trying to save is better.

Ja’Marr Chase

In Case You Didn’t Know

  • Ja’Marr Chase stands 1.83 m tall and weighs about 93 kg.
  • He has been in a relationship with Deja Nicole Hiott Johnson, a model, influencer, and entrepreneur.
  • He is the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, with an estimated net worth of $25 million.
AshishAshish

Ashish Maharjan, author at Players Bio, has been covering news with a keen eye for detail and a knack for storytelling. A writer with a passion for capturing the essence of athletic competition.

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