Saints Sign Speedy RB Ty Chandler

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The New Orleans Saints just added some speed to their running back group by signing former

Minnesota Vikings back Tai Chandler to a one-year deal at the lead minimum salary.

He's turning 28 in May and clocked a blazing 4.38 seconds in the 40 yard dash at 5 feet

11 inches and 2.

104 pounds making him a real home run threat Chandler never quite broke out in Minnesota

though averaging just 3.9 yards per carry over the last four years.

His best season came in 2023 with 102 rushes for 461 yards and three touchdowns but big

plays were rare at only a 7.2% rate for 10 plus yard gains.

He also dealt with a knee injury last year that caused him time.

Fans and analysts see this as more betraying cam try out than a lock for the roster.

With special teams needs after losing their main return man, Chandler could carve out

a role there, given his college kick return experience and solid.

Coverage work for the Vikings.

One big plus is his ball security.

With zero fumbles, drops or muff returns in the NFL.

Plus four solo tackles and six assists and punt and kick.

Coverage.

That reliability could help him stand out.

The Saints typically keep four running backs and with Alvin Kamar's future up in the air

plus battles among Devon Neal, Audric Estimae and Kendre.

Miller, Chandler faces stiff competition to earn a spot.

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