Cam Bynum Injury News & Updates
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Records sack in win
Bynum tallied five tackles (four solo) during the Colts' win versus the Falcons on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Bynum played every defensive snap during the win in addition to logging his first sack of the campaign. The 27-year-old has now recorded 45 tackles (23 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two interceptions across 10 games played.
Oct 30, 2025
Five tackles in win
Bynum recorded five tackles and one pass defensed in Sunday's 38-14 win over the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Many of the Colts' starters saw decreased snap rates due to the blowout nature of the game, and Bynum was no exception. He managed to tie for second on the team in tackles and reached five stops for only the third time this season. Bynum could be in for another strong performance in Week 9, in what could be a high-scoring matchup against the Steelers.
Sep 30, 2025
Season-high seven tackles in loss
Bynum recorded seven tackles (four solo) in the Colts' loss to the Rams on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
For the first time this season, Bynum logged 100 percent of the defensive snaps, and it translated to a season-high in tackles. The 27-year-old safety has picked up 18 tackles (11 solo) and three pass breakups, including two interceptions, through four games to begin his Colts career.
Sep 23, 2025
Can't extend interception streak
Bynum recorded four tackles (three solo) during Sunday's 41-20 win at Tennessee.
ANALYSIS
Bynum picked off passes in both of the Colts' first two games of the season, but he didn't make a huge mark on the stat sheet in Week 3. He did play 60 of Indianapolis' 65 defensive snaps, however. He figures to continue to play a near-every down role when the Colts travel to take on the Rams in Week 4.
Sep 8, 2025
Nabs interception in Colts debut
Bynum had three total tackles and an interception in Sunday's win over Miami.
ANALYSIS
Bynum started opposite Nick Cross at safety and played on 38 of the defense's 47 snaps. He was strong in pass coverage with two passes defensed.
Mar 10, 2025
Set to ink with Indy
The Colts are in line to sign Bynum to a four-year, $60 million contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Bynum started all 17 games for Minnesota in each of the last three seasons, wrapping 2024 with 96 tackles (54 solo), 10 pass breakups, including three interceptions, plus two fumble recoveries. He's primed to handle a similar starting role with Indianapolis, joining Nick Cross to form what looks like a formidable tandem at safety.
Jan 20, 2025
Picks off three passes in 2024
Bynum finished the 2024 season with 96 tackles (54 solo), 10 pass breakups, including three interceptions, and two fumble recoveries across 17 regular-season contests.
ANALYSIS
Bynum started all 17 games for the third straight season and set new career highs in pass breakups and interceptions while falling four tackles short of his second consecutive 100-tackle campaign. Known just as much for his well-choreographed celebrations following big plays, Bynum's strong numbers and week-to-week dependability on the back end of the defense should land him a big pay day this spring, as he's set to become an unrestricted free agent.
Dec 30, 2024
Recovers fumble against Packers
Bynum logged four tackles (one solo) and a fumble recovery during the Vikings' 27-25 win over the Packers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Bynum jumped on a ball that was forced out of the hands of Josh Jacobs by Jerry Tillery, though the Vikings weren't able to capitalize on the turnover on their next offensive drive. Bynum is now up to 89 tackles (47 solo), 10 pass defenses (including three interceptions) and two fumble recoveries across 16 regular-season games. He has an outside chance of reaching the tackling-century mark for a second consecutive year in the Vikings' regular-season finale against the Lions next Sunday.
Dec 9, 2024
Seven tackles in Week 14
Bynum registered seven tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 42-21 win over Atlanta.
ANALYSIS
Bynum co-led the Vikings in tackles Sunday with Blake Cashman and Josh Metellus. Bynum has played every single defensive snap in consecutive games, and in the eight regular-season games since the Vikings' Week 7 bye, he's accumulated 44 tackles (21 solo) and four pass defenses (including one interception).
Nov 11, 2024
Picks off Jones in Week 10
Bynum recorded three total tackles (one solo) and one interception in Sunday's 12-7 win over the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Bynum had a crucial interception in the Vikings' Week 10 win, picking off Mac Jones in the fourth quarter as the Jaguars appeared to be mounting a game-winning drive. The fourth-year pro has now started all nine of the Vikings' games this season, recording 51 total tackles and eight passes defended, including three interceptions. He's expected to continue making plays as the Vikings travel to Tennessee in Week 12.
Sep 23, 2024
Nabs pick vs. Texans
Bynum recorded six total tackles (five solo) and one interception during Sunday's 34-7 win over the Texans.
ANALYSIS
The fourth-year pro was one of two Vikings to intercept C.J. Stroud during Sunday's blowout win, picking off a deep shot to Nico Collins in the fourth quarter. Bynum has recorded just 18 total tackles across the Vikings' first three contests this season, but that output is expected to increase after he posted 137 total tackles in 2023. Expect Bynum to continue making plays for a red-hot Vikings defense as the team travels to Green Bay in Week 4.
Jan 14, 2024
Leads team in tackles
Bynum recorded 137 total tackles and nine pass deflections, including two interceptions in 17 games for the Vikings in the 2023 regular season.
ANALYSIS
Bynum's productivity increased tremendously in his second season as a starter on the Vikings' defense, ranking first on the team in total tackles and second in both pass deflections and interceptions. The third-year pro's rookie contract will keep him in Minnesota through the 2024 season, but Bynum could very well get extended after his 2023 campaign. Expect the 25-year-old to try and add another productive season to his resume in 2024.
Jan 1, 2024
Second-most tackles in loss
Bynum finished Sunday's 33-10 loss to the Packers with 10 tackles (five solo).
ANALYSIS
Bynum reached double-digit tackles for the fourth time this season. Sunday's game was the first time this season that he did not play every single defensive snap, but he still managed to finish second on the team in tackles behind Ivan Pace. Bynum has a career-high and team-leading 130 tackles over 16 games this season.
Dec 26, 2023
Totals eight stops Sunday
Bynum recorded eight tackles (six solo) and forced two fumbles in Sunday's Week 16 loss to the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Bynum tied for third on Minnesota in stops in the defeat, reaching eight tackles for the fourth time over his past five games. The third-year safety also forced a pair of fumbles, the latter of which was recovered by the Vikings for a turnover. Through 15 games, Bynum has tallied a career-high 120 stops (85 solo) along with a pair of interceptions and 0.5 sacks.
Oct 30, 2023
Seven tackles in Week 8 win
Bynum had seven tackles (six solo) including 0.5 sacks in Sunday's 24-10 win over the Packers.
ANALYSIS
He also had two pass deflections on the day and played a large part in limiting Jordan Love and the Packers to 196 net passing yards. Bynum leads the Vikings' defense with 76 tackles on the year and is only five short of the 81 he had over 17 games in the 2022 season. He could surpass that total as early as Week 9 against the Falcons.
Oct 24, 2023
Grabs two interceptions
Bynum had nine total tackles and two interceptions in Monday's win over the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Bynum had an outstanding game in coverage as he allowed just one of two passes targeted at him to be completed (per Pro Football Focus) for 18 yards with the two picks. He's also been a strong tackler by averaging 9.8 tackles per game.
Oct 17, 2023
Makes nine tackles
Bynum notched nine solo tackles during Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Bynum now boasts 41 total tackles through six appearances, an average of 6.8 per contest. He's also tallied two passes defensed and one forced fumble. By virtue of his consistent tackle numbers, Bynum will remain an interesting fantasy option in IDP formats heading into a Week 7 home matchup against the 49ers.
Oct 3, 2023
Forces fumble in win
Bynum logged 12 tackles (nine solo) and a forced fumble during Minnesota's 21-13 win against the Panthers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Bynum has produced efficient numbers through the team's first four games and has already logged double-digit tackles three times. The 25-year-old is currently having the best start to a year of his career and is on pace to setting a new personal best for total tackles.
Sep 15, 2023
Tackling machine early in 2023
Bynum had 15 tackles (six solo), including one tackle for loss, in Thursday's 34-28 loss to Philadelphia.
ANALYSIS
Bynum was the leading tackler for a Minnesota defense that got plenty of opportunities to rack up tackles against a run-heavy Philadelphia offense that rushed for 259 yards and three touchdowns. Thursday's 15 tackles marked a new career high for the 2021 fourth-round draft pick, who has 25 tackles (11 solo) through two games in 2023.
Sep 11, 2023
Has 10 tackles in season opener
Bynum started at safety opposite Harrison Smith and had ten total tackles in Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Bynum picked up where he left off last season when he had a breakout season as the starting free safety. It was thought 2022 first-round pick Lewis Cine may challege for the starting free safety role, but he struggled in the preseason and was limited to special teams in the opener. Bynum was also strong in pass coverage as he allowed three receptions on four targets but for just 12 yards, according to Pro Football Focus.
Jan 25, 2023
Pops in sophomore season
Over 17 games, Bynum registered a career-high 81 tackles (49 solo) as well as six passes defended, including two interceptions, and two fumble recoveries during the 2022 regular season.
ANALYSIS
Bynum doubled his production in pass defense while nearly tripling his number of tackles in his second campaign with Minnesota. The 2021 fourth-round pick saw the majority of his playing time come on special teams as a rookie, though he opened the 2022 season in an every-down role alongside veteran strong safety Harrison Smith. The 24-year-old Bynum also maintained this role throughout the entirety of the campaign after rookie first-rounder Lewis Cine went down with a season-ending fractured leg Week 4. It will be worth monitoring how the Vikings plan to split playing time between this pair heading into the 2023 season.
Jan 3, 2023
Registers game-high nine stops
Bynum recorded nine tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 41-17 loss to the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Bynum was the only player on Minnesota's defense who never left the field in last weekend's matchup versus Green Bay, and he also set a new season high with nine tackles in the contest. He's more than likely to continue serving as an every-down safety in Week 18 against Chicago.
Dec 6, 2022
Notches second INT of 2022
Bynum posted two passes defended, including one interception, to go along with seven tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 27-22 victory versus the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Bynum sealed this last-minute win for Minnesota, as he stepped in front of a pass intended for wide receiver Corey Davis on the Jets' final play from scrimmage. This marked the second-year safety's second pick and his sixth pass defended of the 2022 campaign -- both of which represent career highs. Bynum has also been a consistent tackler (57) while playing every defensive snap for the Vikings this season. He'll look to continue playing a prominent role alongside Harrison Smith in Week 14 versus the Lions.
Nov 22, 2022
Eight stops in blowout loss
Bynum recorded eight tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 40-3 defeat to the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Bynum matched his season-best eight-tackle performance from Week 8, as the Vikings suffered their second lopsided loss of the season. The free safety has played every defensive snap for Minnesota this season, recording 47 tackles (29 solo), three passes defended and one interception this season. Bynum should continue to put up consistent stats while playing an every-down role against New England on Thanksgiving Day.
Oct 3, 2022
Six tackles in win
Bynum had six total tackles in Sunday's win over New Orleans in London.
ANALYSIS
Bynum started at free safety and played on all of the defense's 60 snaps. With first-round draft pick Lewis Cine suffering a broken leg in Sunday's win, Bynum will likely be the starter at free safety for the rest of the season.
Sep 12, 2022
Starts at free safety
Bynum started at free safety and had seven total tackles in Sunday's win over Green Bay.
ANALYSIS
Bynum played on all 61 of the defense's snaps with first-round draft pick Lewis Cine missing Sunday's game with a knee injury. Cine was a strong candidate to win the starting free safety job, but may now be eased into action. Bynum may play the bulk of snaps in the near term as a result.
Aug 10, 2022
Listed as starting safety
Bynum is listed as Minnesota's starting free safety on the team's first preseason depth chart released Wednesday, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
He's in a battle for the job with first-round draft pick Lewis Cine. Bynum's placement atop of the depth chart is likely in deference to his veteran status, given that he mostly played on special teams in 2021. Even if Cine breaks camp as a starter, Bynum should get plenty of snaps in the secondary this season.
Jan 14, 2022
Clears protocols
Bynum was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 protocols Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.
ANALYSIS
Bynum landed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Jan. 3 and was sidelined for Minnesota's final contest of the season. He concluded his rookie campaign with 28 total tackles, one interception and one sack across 14 games.
Jan 3, 2022
Enters COVID protocols
Bynum (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports, as a result of testing positive for the virus, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.
ANALYSIS
Bynum has been more a contributor on special teams than on defense this season. The rookie will try to clear protocols in time for Sunday against the Bears, so he can end the season on the field and not in quarantine.
Dec 9, 2021
Returns to action
Bynum (ankle) is active for Thursday's game against Pittsburgh.
ANALYSIS
Bynum missed the team's last two games due to an ankle injury. However, he'll now be back for what should be primarily a role on special teams. In 10 games this season, Bynum has logged 23 total tackles with one sack, two passes defended and one interception.
Dec 3, 2021
Won't play Week 13
Bynum (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Bynum will miss his second straight game due to an ankle injury he suffered in practice last week. Josh Metellus is currently the only healthy safety on the roster behind Harrison Smith and Xavier Woods.
Nov 28, 2021
Can't play Sunday
Bynum (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers
ANALYSIS
Bynum picked up the injury in practice this week, appearing as limited on Thursday's injury report before sitting out Friday. Josh Metellus could see extra snaps in his absence.
Nov 15, 2021
Has sack in another start
Bynum started at safety opposite Xavier Woods and had six total tackles, a sack and a pass defensed in Sunday's win at the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Bynum drew a second consecutive start with Harrison Smith on the COVID-19 list. He's played so well in his first two starts (and first two games with significant playing time on defense) that he should continue to have a larger reserve role with Smith returns.
Nov 8, 2021
Records interception as starter
Bynum logged 12 tackles (nine solo) and an interception in Sunday's 34-31 overtime loss to the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Bynum drew the Week 9 start after Harrison Smith (illness) was placed on injured reserve Sunday, and he responded with a dominant performance against Baltimore. The rookie finished second on the team with 12 tackles and recorded his first career interception. The 33-year-old will likely start once again if Smith remains out Sunday against the Chargers.
Nov 7, 2021
Gets start at safety
Bynum will start at safety in place of Harrison Smith, who will not play after being placed on the COVID-19 list, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
ANALYSIS
Bynum has played just nine snaps on defense as he's mostly been used on special teams (127 snaps). Still, he could get plenty of work in a secondary that may struggle without Smith and cornerback Patrick Patterson.
Sep 13, 2021
Two tackles in pro debut
Bynum had two total tackles in Sunday's overtime loss at Cincinnati.
ANALYSIS
Bynum played all 23 of his snaps on special teams, so the 2021 fourth-round draft pick will have a deep depth role on defense at least to begin the season.
May 1, 2021
Ready to sport purple and gold
The Vikings selected Bynum in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, 125th overall.
ANALYSIS
Bynum's speed is something of a question, but he showcased solid instincts and technique as a four-year starter for California. He's a good fit for coach Mike Zimmer's preferred zone scheme, and it's possible he could better develop as a safety at the NFL level. It's also worth noting that Bynum drew consistent praise for his leadership at California, even being named team captain in two separate seasons.
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