Impact Chandler played just one snap on offense as he's become a distant third option at running back behind starter Aaron Jones and backup Cam Akers.
2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
TY CHANDLER #32 - RUNNING BACK - MINNESOTA VIKINGS
169 YDS •
48 ATT •
0 TD
169 YDS
48 ATT
0 TD
Plays just one snap on offense Chandler didn't have a carry or reception in Sunday's win at Tennessee. He did have one kick return for 35 yards.
Gets limited role on offense Chandler had four carries for 18 yards in Sunday's win at Jacksonville.
Impact Chandler had played just two snaps on offense the previous two weeks after Cam Akers took over the backup running back role. Chandler only got on the field after Aaron Jones missed time late in the game due to a rib injury. Chandler could get some time on offense this week at Tennessee if Jones misse times or is limited with the rib issue.
NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
No snaps on offense Chandler did not have a carry in Sunday's win over the Colts. He did not play any snaps on offense and played seven snaps on special teams.
Impact Meanwhile Cam Akers had six carries for 46 yards and two receptions for seven yards while playing 16 snaps on offense. It's surprising that Chandler has fallen to third string given how he was used early in the season and without any indications that he was hurt or negative comments from the coaching staff. However, it looks like Chandler will have a minimal role on offense based on Sunday's game with Akers as the backup to Aaron Jones.
NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE
Just two snaps on offense Chandler played just two snaps on offense and didn't have a carry or target in Thursday's loss to the Rams.
Impact It was thought that Chandler would get a significant number of touches in the backfield to keep Aaron Jones fresh this season, but that hasn't been the case the last two games. Chandler has played just eight snaps on offense the past two games. He's likely to be more involved in the second half of the season and the Vikings won't hesitate to give him a large role if Jones is hurt, but he may be a distant second option in the meantime.
OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE
Just two carries in loss Chandler had two carries for four yards in Sunday's loss to Detroit.
Impact With Aaron Jones back to full health, Chandler played on just 11 of the offense's 60 snaps. Meanwhile, Jones played on 43 snaps. Chandler will likely get a larger share of the workload in most games to keep Jones fresh, but he's a clear second option. Still, the Vikings are not afraid to give Chandler a significant role in the offense if Jones is hurt.
OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Early Fantasy Football Week 7 Waiver Wire Adds: Isaac Guerendo, Ty Chandler Headline Week 7 Pick Ups Injuries continue to mount across the NFL, so the waiver wire is even more important than ever as we navigate the difficult bye weeks. Heck,...
OCTOBER 14 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Bottled up by Jets Chandler rushed the ball 14 times for 30 yards in Sunday's 23-17 win over the Jets. He added two receptions on two targets for nine yards.
Impact Chandler had the chance to serve as Minnesota's lead back for three quarters in Sunday's win with Aaron Jones (hip) suffering a hip injury. Positively, he accounted for 14 of the 18 rushing attempts after setting aside Jones' touches. However, he lost a goal-line touch to C.J. Ham in the second quarter. Chandler's long-term fantasy usefulness is also unclear with the Vikings heading into a Week 6 bye.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Bottled up by Jets Chandler rushed the ball 14 times for 30 yards in Sunday's 23-17 win over the Jets. He added two receptions on two targets for nine yards.
Impact Chandler had the chance to serve as Minnesota's lead back for three quarters in Sunday's win with Aaron Jones suffering a hip injury. Positively, he accounted for 14 of the 18 rushing attempts after setting aside Jones' touches. However, he lost a goal-line touch to C.J. Ham in the second quarter. Chandler's long-term fantasy usefulness is also unclear with the Vikings heading into a Week 6 bye.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Small workload in win Chandler had three carries for five yards and one reception for eight yards in Sunday's win at Green Bay.
Impact Aaron Jones was on a roll early in the game and finished with 22 carries for 93 yards rushing along with four receptions for 46 yards. Chandler played just eight snaps on offense compared to 56 for Jones. The Vikings likely stuck with Jones while he was hot and maybe because of his return to Green Bay. Either way, Chandler will likely get a larger share of the workload in most games, but is a clear second option behind Jones.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Just seven carries in win Chandler had seven carries for 13 yards in Sunday's win over Houston.
Impact Chandler played on 22 of the offense's 63 snaps as Aaron Jones got the bulk of work. Jones had 19 carries for 102 yards and five receptions for 46 yards and a touchdown while playing on 38 snaps on offense. Chandler will have more productive games like in Week 2 (10 carries for 82 yards) but will likely see a smaller workload when Jones is healthy and rolling.
SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Just seven carries in win Chandler had seven carries for 13 yards in Sunday's win over Houston.
Impact Chandler played on 22 of the offense's 63 snaps as Aaron Jones got the bulk of work. Jones had 19 carries for 102 yards and five receptions for 46 yards and a touchdown while playing on 38 snaps on offense. Chandler will have more productive games like in Week 2 (10 carries for 82 yards) but will likely see a smaller workload when Jones is healthy and rolling.
SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
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SEPTEMBER 20 • VIKINGS.COM
Outperforms Jones in win Chandler rushed 10 times for 82 yards in the Vikings' 23-17 win over the 49ers on Sunday. He was also sacked on a pass attempt.
Impact Chandler blew backfield mate Aaron Jones away in production, as he outgained the veteran back by a full 50 rushing yards on just one additional carry. Chandler's lack of involvement in the passing game wasn't ideal, but considering he recorded three receptions Week 1 and 21 last season in part-time duty, his absence from the air attack is likely just a one-game outlier. Chandler's explosiveness combined with the desire to keep Jones fresh throughout the long season, and the latter's fumble at the shadow of the goal line Sunday should help lock in another solid role for Chandler in Week 3 against the Texans.
SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
Outperforms Jones in win Chandler rushed 10 times for 82 yards in the Vikings' 23-17 win over the 49ers on Sunday. He was also sacked on a pass attempt.
Impact Chandler blew backfield mate Aaron Jones away in production, as he outgained the veteran back by a full 50 rush yards on just one additional carry. Chandler's lack of involvement in the passing game wasn't ideal, but considering he recorded three receptions in Week 1 and 21 last season in part-time duty, his absence from the air attack is likely just a one-game outlier. Chandler's explosiveness combined with the desire to keep Jones fresh throughout the long season and the latter's fumble at the shadow of the goal line Sunday should help lock in another solid role for Chandler in Week 3 against the Texans.
SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
Solid complementary role in win Chandler rushed eight times for 17 yards and brought in all three targets for 25 yards in the Vikings' 28-6 win over the Giants on Sunday.
Impact Chandler had a robust No. 2 role behind Aaron Jones on the ground, seeing only six fewer carries than his new backfield mate and drawing one additional target. The third-year back could remain similarly involved as the season unfolds, considering Jones' veteran status and the goal of keeping him healthy throughout the season. Chandler could continue to have some utility in deeper PPR leagues in Week 2, as Minnesota will welcome in a 49ers team that could help generate a game script where the Vikings are trailing in the second half and therefore afford the versatile back plenty of snaps.
SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Wins kick return job Chandler will serve as Minnesota's primary kick returner in addition to working as the backup running back to Aaron Jones, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Impact He'll replace Kene Nwangwu who was released last week. Brandon Powell will be the second deep man on kickoffs. Chandler should have added value in leagues that award points for kick returns.
SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Vikings running back Ty Chandler will return kickoffs in NFL's new format Ty Chandler will replace Kene Nwangwu as the Vikings’ primary kickoff returner; former backup QB Jaren Hall signs with Seattle; no rest for...
SEPTEMBER 3 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Vikings RB Ty Chandler is listed as the top KR on the depth chart After a shocking cut by the Vikings, former running back and kick returner Kene Nwangwu is no longer with Minnesota. While Nwangwu didn’t sh...
AUGUST 28 • USATODAY.COM
Looks sharp in preseason debut Chandler had seven carries for 33 yards in Saturday's preseason win over Las Vegas.
Impact Chandler started with Aaron Jones sitting out of the game and looked sharp on several runs including a 16-yard gain. He's locked in as the backup to Jones and could get significant touches if the Vikings try to manage Jones' workload to keep him healthy.
AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE
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MARCH 1 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Film Room: How Ty Chandler Emerged As A Big Play Threat For The Vikings Offense Former Vikings player and coach Pete Bercich heads into the film room to break down RB Ty Chandler's 2023 season.
FEBRUARY 22 • VIKINGS.COM
Ty Chandler weaves through Packers' D on 12-yard screen from Mullens Minnesota Vikings running back Ty Chandler runs for 12 yards on a screen pass from quarterback Nick Mullens.
JANUARY 1 • NFL.COM
Ty Chandler's third TD run of '23 gets Vikings on board vs. Lions Minnesota Vikings running back Ty Chandler rushes for a 2-yard touchdown.
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • NFL.COM
Should remain lead back Sunday Chandler is expected to remain the Vikings' lead back for Sunday's game against the Lions, even though Alexander Mattison (ankle) is active for the contest, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.c...
Impact While Mattison was sidelined for the first time this season in last Saturday's 27-24 overtime loss to the Bengals, Chandler stepped into the starting role and made the most of the opportunity. He carried 23 times for 132 yards and a touchdown to go with three catches for 25 yards on four targets, with his 157 yards from scrimmage besting Mattison's top total through the first 13 games of the season by 32 yards. Though Mattison is available, he was listed as questionable heading into Sunday after managing just one limited practice this week and may be in store for a minor change-of-pace role while he's less than 100 percent healthy. Head coach Kevin O'Connell hasn't expounded on his plans for the Minnesota backfield beyond Week 16, but given Mattison's underwhelming numbers as the Vikings' lead back for most of the season, Chandler could have an opportunity to stick atop the depth chart the rest of the way if he delivers another credible performance versus a tough Detroit run defense.
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Lunchbreak: ESPN on the Rise of Running Back Ty Chandler Minnesota Vikings Latest News
DECEMBER 21, 2023 • VIKINGS.COM
