Ty Chandler sparks Saints' preseason with 86-yard kick return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 8:40 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Ty Chandler opened the New Orleans Saints' preseason with an impressive 86-yard kickoff return against the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 15, 2026. Following his return, teammate Audric Estime scored a 9-yard touchdown on the next play. The Saints faced roster challenges, missing four key running backs due to injuries, which highlighted Chandler's special teams ability and Estime's strong finish from the previous season. Both players are now under scrutiny as the coaching staff approaches roster decisions at the end of the month.
- •Chandler returned the kickoff for 86 yards.
- •Estime scored a touchdown on the next play.
- •Saints played without four running backs due to injuries.
- •Chandler and Estime aim to secure roster spots.
- •The game marks the Saints' preseason opener.
- 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — WATCH: Ty Chandler starts Saints' preseason with 86-yard kick return
"Ty Chandler sure helped himself with this 86-yard kickoff return against the Jaguars. The Saints running back opened the preseason with a bang.
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