Ty Chandler’s noteworthy position in the NFL is the fact well known. However, RB’s team,  Minnesota Vikings’ last season, was not satisfactory enough, as his team failed to record even one thousand rushing yards.

Despite the disappointing season, the former Tennessee Volunteers player’s last season performance left the spectators amazed, raising his team’s expectations for the upcoming 2024 season. Chandler, 26 is considered one of the NFL’s best RBs, but behind his accomplishments are none other than his parents, Katrina and Chico Chandler, who have been a constant pillar of support.

Who are Katrina and Chico Chandler: Ty Chandler’s relentless supporters?

Ty Chandler, also known as Tennessee Mr. Football, was brought up in Nashville, Tennessee. His mother Katrina gave birth to him on May 12, 1998. She raised him with her husband, Chico Chandler. However, Chandler has a strong connection to football games, as his father, Chico, was also a football player. He played collegiate football for Ole Miss, a university in Mississippi, as a running back.

Before excelling in the football world, Chandler’s dad honed his skills at Houston High School Hilltoppers in Mississippi. Besides having a strong association with his father, he has another huge supporter in his life. It is none other than his loving mom. Clearly, Chandler’s mother also has had a tremendous impact on his life. Apart from being his biggest cheerleader both on and off the field, she often encourages him to achieve his NFL goals.

Very little information is available about his parents on the internet. However, NFL star RB has never spoken about them publicly, nor has he shared any social media posts with them. Hence, it seems that his family prefers to maintain their privacy.

Because of his parent’s relentless support, undoubtedly, the NFL star earned remarkable achievements. His rise in the NFL left the football enthusiasts in awe.

Chandler’s Rise Amidst Season Challenges

As a fifth-round pick in the 2022 draft, secured 461 RDS in just 102 attempts last season, catching everyone’s attention. In 2023 itself, Vikings RB caught fire at the gridiron and also received immense praise from many, including Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell.

After witnessing his mesmerizing performance, O’Connell could not contain his feelings inside, expressing his optimistic belief in the emerging star for the upcoming season. During a press conference at the 2024 NFL Combine in Indianapolis, he adored him. “The way Ty finished the season was a real positive. Going from Year 2 into Year 3 will be a huge opportunity for him to continue his growth,” he remarked.

In addition to this, O’Connell further expressed his admiration for Chandler in a radio show. “I absolutely love where Ty finished the year. It’s going to be a big offseason for him. I’m really, really excited about him.” He also disclosed his expectations, adding, “I feel good about what those guys were able to do and, more importantly, what we can build on from there. Specifically, with Ty towards the end of the season, I thought seeing him come on there and really start to assert himself was a real positive for our team,” he stated.

Throughout the first half of last season, the veteran running back primarily played on special teams. However, he eventually rose to the position of No. 2 running back, thus beginning the final four weeks. During this period, he averaged 2.0 catches for 14.5 yards and 11.8 carries for 52.4 YDS (4.5 Yards Per Carry) scoring three touchdowns over the last eight games.

As a second-year player, he became a bright spot and a source of hope for the team. This was especially evident as the season took a downturn following the injury to quarterback Kirk Cousins, which derailed the team’s chances of bouncing back from a 1-4 start. Irrespective of the challenges, Chandler has shown an exceptional trajectory of growth, looking forward to a better season.