The Los Angeles Chargers’ sixth-round pick, Kimani Vidal, has been patiently waiting in the wings.
So far, the team has stuck with their established trio of Dobbins, Gus Edwards, and Hassan Haskins on game days.
Haskins’ dual role as a returner alongside Derius Davis has kept him ahead in the pecking order.
But don’t count Vidal out just yet. The rookie turned heads in the preseason after bouncing back from a training camp setback.
He stepped up admirably while Dobbins and Edwards took a breather, hinting at his potential.
Now, it seems Vidal’s patience might finally pay off. Daniel Popper of The Athletic recently reported that Jim Harbaugh expects the rookie to be active for Sunday’s game, with Gus Edwards sidelined by a knee issue.
Harbaugh’s colorful description of Vidal’s eagerness? “He’s sitting on a spring, ready to go.”
Jim Harbaugh said he expects rookie Kimani Vidal to be active Sunday for the first time with Gus Edwards (knee) out. “He’s sitting on a spring ready to go,” Harbaugh said of Vidal.
— Daniel Popper (@danielrpopper) October 11, 2024
This activation is a step in the right direction, one that Chargers fans have been eagerly anticipating.
You can bet Vidal is chomping at the bit for his first taste of regular-season action, even if Harbaugh’s spring analogy might not have been his first choice of words.
Bringing Vidal into the mix could be just what the doctor ordered for the Chargers’ offense.
With their current quarterback situation and injury woes, a fresh face in the backfield might be the spark they need to breathe new life into their ground game.
As the Chargers navigate their offensive challenges, all eyes will be on Vidal this Sunday.
Will he seize this opportunity and make a lasting impression? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure – this rookie is ready to show the NFL what he’s made of.
