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Ty Chandler suffers serious knee injury as Saints change backfield plans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 7:33 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Ty Chandler suffers serious knee injury as Saints change backfield plans
Summary

Ty Chandler, a former running back for the Minnesota Vikings, is projected to miss time due to a serious knee injury. Chandler, now with the New Orleans Saints, was expected to take on a larger role in the offense following injuries to teammates Alvin Kamara and Devan Neal. The Saints will adjust their plans for the backfield, potentially turning to new options behind Travis Etienne. Chandler played four seasons with the Vikings after being drafted in the fifth round in 2022.

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  • •Chandler suffered a serious knee injury while with the Saints.
  • •Injury occurred as he was expected to step up in the backfield.
  • •Alvin Kamara and Devan Neal's injuries opened more opportunities.
  • •Chandler played four seasons for the Vikings before joining the Saints.
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  • 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Former Vikings RB feared to have suffered 'serious' knee injury
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Former Minnesota Vikings running back Ty Chandler is expected to miss some time after an injury.

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