Kimani Vidal

Kimani Vidal

24-Year-Old Running BackRB
Los Angeles Chargers
2025 Fantasy Outlook
During his rookie campaign last year, Vidal logged 43 carries for 155 yards while adding five catches for 62 yards and a TD in 10 regular-season games, while working in a backfield that also included J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards. Ahead of Week 1 this time around, the 2024 sixth-rounder figures to compete with Hassan Haskins for depth slotting behind newcomers Najee Harris and Omarion Hampton, with Vidal's case for a roster spot/role in 2025 possibly hinging on him demonstrating that he can be a factor in the Chargers' passing game. Read Past Outlooks
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$Signed a contract with the Chargers in October of 2025.
Career-best outing in win
RBLos Angeles Chargers
November 30, 2025
Vidal tallied 25 carries for 126 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-14 win over the Raiders. He also caught his lone target for 11 yards.
ANALYSIS
Vidal exploded for a 59-yard scamper to kick off the scoring in the second half, by far the longest run of his young career, and that resulted in the go-ahead touchdown in a game the Raiders rarely threatened. Nominal starter Omarion Hampton (ankle) looks like he is close to making his return after a seven-game absence, which would in essence end Vidal's opportunity as the team's lead back. If this was the final hurrah, the second-year back was truly marvelous, compiling 24-plus touches for the third time in five weeks. Vidal at minimum will likely still spell Hampton, although neither back should be expected to have a big Week 14 game against a Philadelphia defense that has stifled most opponents on the ground this year.
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Advanced NFL Stats
How do Kimani Vidal's 2024 advanced stats compare to other running backs?
This section compares his advanced stats with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average. The longer the bar, the better it is for the player.
  • Broken Tackle %
    The number of broken tackles divided by rush attempts.
  • Positive Run %
    The percentage of run plays where he was able to gain positive yardage.
  • % Yds After Contact
    The percentage of his rushing yards that came after contact.
  • Avg Yds After Contact
    The average rushing yards he gains after contact.
  • Rushing TD %
    Rushing touchdowns divided by rushing attempts. In other words, how often is he scoring when running the ball.
  • Touches Per Game
    The number of touches (rushing attempts + receptions) he is averaging per game
  • % Snaps w/Touch
    The number of touches (rushing attempts + receptions) divided by offensive snaps played.
  • Air Yards Per Game
    The number of air yards he is averaging per game. Air yards measure how far the ball was thrown downfield for both complete and incomplete passes. Air yards are recorded as a negative value when the pass is targeted behind the line of scrimmage. All air yards data is from Sports Info Solutions and does not include throwaways as targeted passes.
  • Air Yards Per Snap
    The number of air yards he is averaging per offensive snap.
  • % Team Air Yards
    The percentage of the team's total air yards he accounts for.
  • % Team Targets
    The percentage of the team's total targets he accounts for.
  • Avg Depth of Target
    Also known as aDOT, this stat measures the average distance down field he is being targeted at.
  • Catch Rate
    The number of catches made divided by the number of times he was targeted by the quarterback.
  • Drop Rate
    The number of passes he dropped divided by the number of times he was targeted by the quarterback.
  • Avg Yds After Catch
    The number of yards he gains after the catch on his receptions.
  • % Targeted On Route
    Targets divided by total routes run. Also known as TPRR.
  • Avg Yds Per Route Run
    Receiving yards divided by total routes run. Also known as YPRR.
Broken Tackle %
14.0%
 
Positive Run %
83.7%
 
% Yds After Contact
71.0%
 
Avg Yds After Contact
2.6
 
Rushing TD %
0.0%
 
Touches Per Game
4.8
 
% Snaps w/Touch
30.0%
 
Air Yards Per Game
3.0
 
Air Yards Per Snap
0.19
 
% Team Air Yards
0.7%
 
% Team Targets
1.6%
 
Avg Depth of Target
3.8 Yds
 
Catch Rate
55.6%
 
Drop Rate
33.3%
 
Avg Yds After Catch
7.4
 
% Targeted On Route
11.0%
 
Avg Yds Per Route Run
0.76
 
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Snap Counts
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#% of Team Snaps

54751%
6428%
22021%
7634%
16015%
4219%
13312%
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This Week's Opposing Pass Defense
How does the Eagles pass defense compare to other NFL teams this season?
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vs Eagles
Monday, Dec 8th at 8:15PM
Overall QB Rating Against
65.6
 
Cornerbacks
76.8
 
Safeties
49.7
 
Linebackers
73.3
 
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Measurables Review View College Player Page
How do Kimani Vidal's measurables compare to other running backs?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
Height
5' 8"
 
Weight
215 lbs
 
40-Yard Dash
4.46 sec
 
Shuttle Time
4.15 sec
 
Cone Drill
7.01 sec
 
Vertical Jump
37.5 in
 
Broad Jump
120 in
 
Bench Press
18 reps
 
Hand Length
9.38 in
 
Arm Length
30.38 in
 
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
A 2024 sixth-round pick, Vidal joins a Chargers backfield with minimal experience beyond ex-Ravens Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins. The rookie out of Troy has traits that should appeal to new Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Greg Roman, as Vidal was tough to bring down in college and took 297 carries for 1,661 yards and 14 TDs last season alone. He's not especially elusive, but he showed potential in the passing game with at least 18 receptions in each of his four seasons at Troy, and he earned praise from both coaches and scouts for his pass blocking. Vidal's combination of bulk (5-8, 213) and speed (4.46 40) makes him far more interesting for fantasy than a typical sixth-round pick, especially within the context of a Chargers offense that's looking to run the ball more often despite having a shaky group of veteran RBs.
More Fantasy News
Set for lead role again
RBLos Angeles Chargers
November 28, 2025
Vidal will be the Chargers' top running back Sunday against the Raiders after Omarion Hampton (ankle) was ruled out for that contest, Eric Smith of the team's official site reports.
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Stymied in lopsided loss
RBLos Angeles Chargers
November 16, 2025
Vidal rushed five times for 13 yards and brought in both targets for minus-1 yard in the Chargers' 35-6 loss to the Jaguars on Sunday.
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Back in Sunday's contest
RBLos Angeles Chargers
November 16, 2025
Vidal (thigh) returned to Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
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Leaves Sunday's game
RBLos Angeles Chargers
Thigh
November 16, 2025
Vidal exited Sunday's game against the Jaguars after sustaining a thigh injury.
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Serves as workhorse on SNF
RBLos Angeles Chargers
November 9, 2025
Vidal took 25 carries for 95 yards and a touchdown while adding 13 yards on one reception in Sunday's 25-10 win over Pittsburgh.
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Latest Fantasy Rumors
Likely to be joined by Hampton soon
RBLos Angeles Chargers
December 4, 2025
Head coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday that Omarion Hampton is "on track and looking good" for a Week 14 return against the Eagles, per Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site, so Vidal's time as the lead back is likely coming to a close.
ANALYSIS
Hampton was the clear top option in the backfield for the Chargers prior to sustaining an ankle injury that has sidelined Hampton since Week 5. Vidal has filled in admirably, recording at least 108 scrimmage yards in four of seven games since Hampton got hurt, but Hampton is likely to reclaim a prominent role as soon as he's return. Whether working in a split backfield or as a backup to Hampton, Vidal's likely to see a reduction in opportunities once Hampton's activated from injured reserve, which could be as soon as Monday's game against the Eagles.
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