Kimani Vidal - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Starts Sunday's WC loss Vidal handled 11 carries for 31 yards while catching two of three targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 16-3 wild-card round loss to New England.

Impact Vidal got the surprise start in Sunday's playoff loss despite RB Omarion Hampton being available after resting in Week 18. The latter must have suffered a setback to his injured ankle after losing a yard on his only carry. Vidal couldn't take advantage of the opportunity like he did during the regular season when he posted a 155-643-3 rushing line while Hampton was mending on IR. The 23-year-old Vidal will be an exclusive rights free agent this upcoming offseason, meaning that the Chargers can tender a one-year contract to keep him in the organization. That seems like a likely scenario given the second-year rusher's success playing both behind and alongside Hampton this year.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kimani Vidal has Herbet's Back on Brilliant One-Handed Fumble Recovery Running back Kimani VIdal scoops up a fumbled ball from quarterback Justin Herbert and takes it 17 yards for a first-down.

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Kimani Vidal Deploys his Truck Stick Against Craig Woodson on 10-Yard Run Running back Kimani Vidal charges through New England Patriots safety Craig Woodson on 10-yard rush.

12 HOURS AGO • CHARGERS.COM

Is Omarion Hampton playing tonight? Why Chargers' RB is on sideline with Kimani Vidal in after injury | Sporting News This is a tricky situation.

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Four touches in Week 18 loss Vidal rushed three times for 12 yards and caught one pass for a two-yard loss in Sunday's loss to the Broncos.

Impact After missing Week 17 with a neck strain, Vidal returned to handle four touches in a game the Chargers punted with an eye toward the playoffs. Jaret Patterson led the backfield with eight carries for 29 yards. Vidal should have more of a role next weekend in Los Angeles' wild-card matchup with New England, but Omarion Hampton (ankle) should be ready to go as the Bolts' lead back after resting against Denver. Hampton is the preferred fantasy option of the duo.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

CB Pat Surtain II stops Kimani Vidal in backfield for turnover on downs | Broncos vs. Chargers Cornerback Pat Surtain II tackles Kimani Vidal in the Chargers' backfield on fourth down.

JANUARY 5 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Good to go for Week 18 Vidal (neck) is active for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact After missing the Chargers' Week 17 loss to the Texans while recovering from a neck strain, Vidal practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday before putting in a pair of full practices to close out Week 18 prep. The Chargers still listed him as questionable on their final injury report, but the second-year running back displayed enough progress to gain clearance for the regular-season finale. With Omarion Hampton (ankle) sitting out this weekend, Vidal looks to be the favorite to draw the start out of the Los Angeles backfield, but he could struggle to run efficiently behind a banged-up offensive line while taking aim at Denver's second-ranked rush defense (89.7 yards per game).

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Will Kimani Vidal, Omarion Hampton play today? Injury buzz on Chargers RBs vs Broncos Kimani Vidal and Omarion Hampton injury updates before the Chargers play the Broncos in Week 18.

JANUARY 4 • SI.COM

Questionable for Sunday Vidal (neck) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Denver.

Impact Meanwhile, Omarion Hampton (ankle) has been ruled out, and Hassan Haskins (concussion) also is listed as questionable. Because QB Justin Herbert (left hand/rest) isn't expected to play this weekend, there's a chance Vidal and/or Haskins also end up on the inactive list Sunday, a scenario that would leave the backfield to some combination of practice-squad members Jaret Patterson and Amar Johnson. Ultimately, the Chargers will need to make decisions on Vidal and Haskins about 90 minutes before a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Kimani Vidal Fantasy Week 18: Projections vs. Broncos, Points and Stats, Start or Sit - Bleacher Nation Kimani Vidal and the Los Angeles Chargers will meet the Denver Broncos and their second-ranked rushing defense (89.7 yards allowed per game)...

JANUARY 2 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Full practice Thursday Vidal (neck) practice fully Thursday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official reports.

Impact Meanwhile, Omarion Hampton (ankle) didn't practice Thursday and Hassan Haskins (concussion) was limited, so at this stage the composition of the Chargers' Week 18 backfield has yet to be determined. In the wake of his full practice, Vidal is on track to be available Sunday against the Broncos, but if the team elects to rest or limit key players apart from QB Justin Herbert (who will give way to Trey Lance this weekend) it's possible that Jaret Patterson and/or Amar Johnson could be elevated from the practice squad and see their share of touches alongside Vidal in Los Angeles' regular-season finale.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Vidal (neck) returned to practice Wednesday as a limited participant.

Impact Omarion Hampton (DNP - ankle) and Hassan Haskins (LP - head) are also on the injury report, after Vidal and Haskins missed Saturday's loss to Houston. Health won't be the only factor, as Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh already said QB Justin Herbert won't play this Sunday at Denver. Other starters may also be held out or pulled early.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Chargers leading rusher Kimani Vidal inactive vs. Texans Deadspin | Chargers leading rusher Kimani Vidal inactive vs. Texans

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Inactive Saturday Vidal (neck) is inactive for Saturday's game against the Texans, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact Vidal was listed as a non-participant in practice both Tuesday and Wednesday, before being estimated as limited on Thursday's report and questionable for Saturday's contest. With Vidal having been made inactive, added touches will be available for fellow RB Omarion Hampton, which boosts the 2025 first-rounder's Week 17 fantasy prospects, while Hassan Haskins and Jaret Patterson are available to mix in. Vidal's next chance to see game action will arrive in Week 18 when the Chargers travel to Denver for a game that may have major playoff seeding implications.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Is Kimani Vidal playing today? Latest injury update, start or sit advice for Week 17 | Sporting News Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal is questionable to play in the Week 17 game against the Houston Texans. Here's what we know a...

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Questionable for Saturday Vidal (neck) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Texans after being listed as a limited participant on Thursday's practice estimate.

Impact Vidal was deemed a non-participant both Tuesday and Wednesday, with the running back's estimated limited listing Thursday offering hope that he may be available this weekend. Look for added context regarding Vidal's Week 17 status to arrive late Friday or early Saturday, but if he's made inactive for the Chargers' 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff, added touches would be available for fellow RB Omarion Hampton, with Hassan Haskins and Jaret Patterson on hand in reserve.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Wednesday Vidal (neck) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact Vidal also logged a 'DNP' on Tuesday, so what the running back is able to do Thursday -- if anything -- will be pivotal in terms of his chances of playing Saturday against the Texans. If Vidal is unavailable this weekend, Omarion Hampton would figure to be busy against Houston, with fellow RBs Hassan Haskins and Jaret Patterson in reserve.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice Vidal (neck) was a non-participant in Tuesday's practice.

Impact Vidal was forced out late in this past Sunday's 34-17 win over the Cowboys due to a neck strain and is being viewed as day-to-day ahead of the Chargers' Week 17 game Saturday versus the Texans. He'll need to upgrade to at least limited participation in practices Wednesday and Thursday to have a shot at playing this weekend.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Day-to-day with neck strain Vidal has been diagnosed with a neck strain and is considered day-to-day, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Vidal was forced from Sunday's 34-17 win over the Cowboys in the fourth quarter after he rushed five times for 11 yards on 21 offensive snaps. If Vidal is unable to play next Saturday against the Texans, Omarion Hampton would likely see a larger share of the backfield work, with Hassan Haskins spelling Hampton as the Chargers' RB2.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers' Kimani Vidal suffers injury, impacting Omarion Hampton's outlook Yet another injury for the Chargers' RB room.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • SI.COM

Kimani Vidal injury update: Latest news on Chargers RB's status in Week 16 game | Sporting News Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal is dealing with an injury in the second half of the Week 16 game against the Dallas Cowboys.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Kimani Vidal injury update is bad news for Chargers | Sporting News Not ideal in L.A.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Leaves Sunday's game Vidal exited Sunday's game against the Cowboys with a neck injury.

Impact Before that, Vidal carried five times for 11 yards. While he's sidelined, Hassan Haskins is available to handle complementary RB touches behind Omarion Hampton.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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