KINDLE VILDOR NEWS

Starting Sunday Vildor is starting in place of the injured Terrion Arnold (groin) against the Colts on Sunday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Arnold put in a limited practice session Thursday and a full session Friday, but he is inactive Sunday anyway, giving Vildor the chance to start opposite Carlton Davis. Vildor has played on 68 defensive snaps in 10 games this season, recording five tackles (four solo) and a pass breakup, though he did start three games during Detroit's 2023 playoff run. The 2020 fifth-round pick of the Bears signed a one-year deal with the Lions in the offseason after spending time with Detroit, Tennessee and Philadelphia last season.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

The Ricochet: 49ers Score 27 Unanswered to Win NFC Championship Brock Purdy overthrew a 51-yard pass to Aiyuk that caromed off Detroit cornerback Kindle Vildor’s face mask and Aiyuk somehow made an acroba...

JANUARY 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Exits game Sunday Vildor is questionable to return to Sunday's contest with the Bears due to cramping issues.

Impact Vildor started the season with Tennessee, where he appeared in two games before being let go in October. He then signed with the Lions on Tuesday, as the team is dealing with numerous injuries at the cornerback position. He logged three tackles during his Detroit debut before going down with cramps during the second half. His absence will leave the Lions' secondary extremely thin at cornerback, including starters Cameron Sutton and Jerry Jacobs along with Khalil Dorsey, as well as rookie safety Brian Branch, who has also spent time playing cornerback this season.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

I'm Ready to Get Things Started | Kindle Vildor Media Availability Titans CB Kindle Vildor addresses the media on Thursday at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Chicago Bears 2023 Cap Casualties: CB Kindle Vildor Breaking down what the Chicago Bears should do with cornerback Kindle Vildor during the 2023 offseason.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Ends season on injured reserve Vildor ended the season with 34 tackles and an interception over 11 games.

Impact Before being placed on injured reserve after Week 12, Vildor (ankle) was playing as Chicago's top slot cornerback. His tackle totals were very inconsistent, and he averaged three per game which included four games with zero or one tackle. He'll likely compete for a starting role during training camp. He's under contract with the team through the 2023 season.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Bears place cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kindle Vildor on season-ending injured reserve The Chicago Bears placed cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kindle Vildor on injured reserve Friday, ending their seasons.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Bears place top CB Johnson on IR because of finger injury

The Chicago Bears shut down top cornerback Jaylon Johnson for the final three games, placing him on injured reserve because of a ring finger injury

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Heads to IR The Bears placed Vildor (ankle) on injured reserve Friday, Larry Mayer of the team's official site reports.

Impact Vildor was slated to miss a third consecutive game Saturday against the Bills due to an ankle injury, but he'll now be sidelined for the remainder of the 2022 campaign after landing on IR. He'll finish his third NFL season with 34 tackles, five pass defenses and one interception across 11 appearances. Jaylon Johnson (finger/ribs) was also placed on injured reserve Friday, paving the way for Jaylon Jones and Kyler Gordon to garner major roles in Chicago's secondary.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Buffalo Vildor (ankle) is listed as out for Saturday's game versus the Bills.

Impact Vildor will miss his third consecutive game as he works to recover from a lingering ankle injury. In his absence, Jaylon Jones should again be in line for a significant role (and even some fantasy IDP utility) in Week 16.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses another session Vildor (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact For the second consecutive day, Vildor was listed on Chicago's injury report as a non-participant due to the ankle issue that's caused him to miss both of the two contests. If the 25-year-old is eventually unable to gain medical clearance prior to Saturday's matchup against Buffalo, then Jaylon Jones would be in line for additional snaps behind starters Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Philadelphia Vildor (ankle) is active for Sunday's game versus the Eagles.

Impact With the benefit of a Week 14 bye, Vildor is poised to return from his absence in Week 13. He should reclaim his spot as Chicago's primary slot corner Sunday.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Vildor (ankle) was a full participant at practice Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game versus Philadelphia.

Impact After missing Chicago's loss versus Green Bay in Week 13 with an ankle injury, Vildor appears to be on track to play Sunday following a Week 14 bye. He would probably see most of his snaps in the slot across from Quez Watkins (shoulder) or Dallas Goedert (shoulder).

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Vildor (ankle) is inactive Sunday against the Packers.

Impact Vildor will miss Week 13 despite logging a full practice Friday. His absence should lead to a heavy workload for Jaylon Johnson and Jaylon Jones, while Harrison Hand and Josh Blackwell may see increased opportunities.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Vildor (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Impact Vildor practiced fully Friday after being limited Wednesday and Thursday, but he'll still carry a questionable tag ahead of Week 13. However, it wouldn't be surprising to see him suit up since he seems to be trending in the right direction.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Sunday Vildor (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Impact Vildor sustained an ankle injury during Chicago's Week 9 loss to the Dolphins, ultimately causing him to miss last Sunday's matchup versus the Lions. However, the 24-year-old was able to log a full practice Friday, and he's now in line to return to his usual role as one of the team's rotational cornerbacks alongside Jaylon Johnson, Kyler Gordon and Jaylon Jones.

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cornerback Kindle Vildor Among Numerous Bears Missing Practice The Bears had good health for weeks but injuries are starting to mount.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Cornerback Kindle Vildor Among Numerous Bears Missing Practice The Bears had good health for weeks but injuries are starting to mount.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Kevin Fishbain: Bears inactives: WR N'Keal Harry, CB Kindle... - The Athletic Bears inactives: WR N’Keal Harry, CB Kindle Vildor, DE Al-Quadin Muhammad, RG Teven Jenkins, WR Velus Jones Jr., DB Harrison Hand and OG Ja’...

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Won't play Sunday Vildor (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Lions.

Impact Vildor did not practice at all this week after he was forced out with a right ankle injury this past Sunday against Miami. The 24-year-old recorded 29 tackles, four passes defended and an interception while lining up on 411 of Chicago's defensive snaps over the first nine games of the season. His next opportunity to play will come against Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 20. With starting cornerback Jaylon Johnson (oblique) also questionable to play, it's likely that Jaylon Jones will play a much bigger role against Detroit.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Vildor (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Impact Vildor appeared to injure his right ankle while committing a pass-interference penalty near the goal line in the first quarter, per Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times. With the 24-year-old sidelined for the time being, expect Josh Blackwell to step up into a bigger role alongside reserve cornerback Jaylon Jones.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

With Smith, Quinn gone, Bears' D could be in for tough times

The Chicago Bears weren’t exactly striking fear in opponents even when they had three-time Pro Bowl defensive end Robert Quinn and star linebacker Roquan Smith

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Best game of season Vildor picked off a pass and tallied six tackles in the Bears' 29-22 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

Impact Not only did Vildor post his first interception of the year, but he also produced his highest tackle total of the season. On the year, he has at least four tackles in all but one game, and he's been a fairly consistent IDP option.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kindle Vildor's first career INT comes at the perfect time Bears cornerback steps in front of the Kirk Cousins throw to pick off the Vikings quarterback and record his first career interception.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Bears rely on ground game and backup Khalil Herbert

The Chicago Bears offense has been almost entirely about running the football and after beating Houston 23-20 they ranked second in the league in rushing entering Monday even while...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS