Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase was likely watching NFL free agency right along with fans and had something to say as it unfolded. Over on Instagram, Chase posted a story that featured the text "know your worth, then add tax," which is a pretty pointed statement given his current contract extension saga with the team.

Cincinnati Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase sent a message by posting to Instagram Monday evening, a picture of the words, "Know your worth then add tax."

The Bengals are in the middle of making difficult rosters moves following a second straight non-playoff season. The team recently released veteran offensive lineman Alex Cappa, saw defensive end Sam Hubbard announce his retirement, and re-signed defensive lineman B.J. Hill and tight end Mike Gesicki to new deals.

It’s possible that he may be a little confused by the Bengals using the franchise tag on Higgins when they’ve stated their hope of signing him to a long-term deal. A franchise tag can be a temporary placeholder before a long-term deal, but it can also just be a one-year contract.

That's what happens when you have generational talents like Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase and difference-making superstars like Tee Higgins and Trey Hendrickson. It will be a massive disappointment if this nucleus doesn't capture at least one Lombardi Trophy before the guys start hanging their cleats and shoulder pads up.

The decision to extend Ja'Marr Chase should be simple for the Cincinnati Bengals. But just in case the team forgot, Chase has a simple message for the franchise.