Vinícius Rodrigues Tomaz da Silva Almeida (born 26 June 1983) is a Brazilian former footballer.
Born in Dias d'Ávila, Bahia, Vinícius started his career with Vitória, located in Salvador, the state capital.
In January 2006 he was signed by Iraty (de facto controlled by investment company) and immediately borrowed by Avaí for a year.
In January 2009, he was transferred to América de Natal but released in August, after played nil at 2009 Campeonato Brasileiro Série B.
In January 2010 he signed a 4 months contract with Bahia de Feira and released after the end of Campeonato Baiano.