The Vikings will be without linebacker Blake Cashman and running back Ty Chandler on Sunday night against Atlanta after placing both players on injured reserve on Thursday.
Minnesota Vikings running back Ty Chandler (32) during warmups before the start of a NFL preseason football game against the New England Patriots at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. (John Autey / Pioneer Press)
It’s a hamstring injury for Cashman that occurred Monday night at Soldier Field when he was trying to chase down quarterback Caleb Williams near the sideline. Chandler suffered a knee injury on the opening kickoff, yet still finished the game.
The decision to place Cashman and Chandler on injured reserve means they are required to miss a minimum of four games. They won’t be eligible to return until the Vikings host the Philadelphia Eagles on Oct. 19.
The loss of Cashman has a ripple effect on the defense, as he typically serves as the hub of communication in the huddle. In the absence of Cashman, veteran linebacker Eric Wilson will fill that role for the foreseeable future.
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