The New Orleans Saints are persevering with to add to their running back room.
The Saints signed veteran running back Ty Chandler to a one-year deal, sources with data of the state of affairs confirmed. Chandler, a 2022 fifth-round decide, spent 4 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings.
Chandler’s deal is definitely worth the league minimal (roughly $1.2 million), a supply mentioned.
Chandler appeared in solely three video games final season, speeding for 47 yards on 17 carries. He missed many of the yr with a knee harm.
The Saints’ settlement with Chandler gives depth after they made a splash to start free company final week by signing running back Travis Etienne. Coach Kellen Moore has been non-committal to longtime starter Alvin Kamara’s future.
Chandler, 27, additionally provides some velocity as he ran a 4.38 40-yard sprint earlier than he was drafted.