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The Minnesota Vikings have a rivalry game against the Green Bay Packers on the docket for Week 1 this Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET during which their secondary will be tested by the Jordan Love-led Packers.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 11

Minnesota Vikings make an intriguing roster move to maximize the 2026 season

After the Harrison Smith contract, there were discussions about potential moves to maximize the salary cap, and we got one Friday night. The Minnesota Vikings are finding ways to create salary cap space even after signing safety Harrison Smith to a one-year deal worth up to $16.25 million.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

NFC Notes: Harrison Smith, Aidan Hutchinson, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears OT Braxton Jones is set to start at left tackle in Week 1. Jones is proud of how he responded to a knee injury in training camp and earned a starting role after being a fifth-round pick back in 2022. “I’m incredibly proud of myself,” Jones said.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 11

Vikings boast empty injury report but Harrison Smith, Kyle Van Noy questions remain

The Vikings will head into Sunday’s season opener against the Packers without any game designations on the final injury report, head coach Kevin O’Connell announced on Friday.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10

NFC Notes: Justin Jefferson, Harrison Smith, Ozzy Trapilo, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears OL coach Dan Roushar said OT Ozzy Trapilo will start going team drills soon as he works back from a patellar tendon injury. “I think we’re getting closer.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 10

Harrison Smith Addresses Vikings Return

This past weekend, Harrison Smith worked out an agreement to play for the Vikings in 2026. The deal was finalized after training camp, but team and player remained in contact with one another throughout the offseason in this case.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Vikings DB Harrison Smith’s return gets candid response from Jordan Love

The return of Minnesota Vikings defensive back Harrison Smith for a 15th season in the NFL has turned a lot of heads, especially in the NFC North. Green Bay Packers star quarterback Jordan Love also shared his thoughts on Smith coming back for another season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Packers Expecting Vikings’ Veteran Safety Harrison Smith to Play in Week 1

On Sunday, when the Green Bay Packers take on the Minnesota Vikings, they’ll be greeted by a familiar face. After mulling retirement well into the beginning of training camp, veteran safety Harrison Smith returned to the NFC North rival and sits atop the depth chart heading into Week 1.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

NFC Notes: Harrison Smith, Jared Goff, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears HC Ben Johnson called WR Rome Odunze “more day-to-day” and won’t practice Tuesday, but they’re hopeful he’ll be good to go on Sunday. (Brad Biggs)

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

Vikings Officially Signed S Harrison Smith, Made Corresponding Move

The Minnesota Vikings announced they have officially signed S Harrison Smith to his one-year deal. To make room, they placed TE Benjamin Yurosek on injured reserve. Smith, 37, is a former first-round pick of the Vikings back in 2012 out of Notre Dame.

Minnesota Vikings News / Bring Me The Sports / September 8

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Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Harrison Smith’s Return Makes the Vikings a Serious Contender

Turns out Aaron Donald isn’t the only elite defensive player making a triumphant return from retirement to play in the NFL this season. Donald’s return to the Los Angeles Rams after two years out of football got all the attention, but safety Harrison Smith’s return to the Minnesota Vikings might be just as important.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7

When Vikings’ Harrison Smith expects to make his 2026 debut

If loyalty had a face, it would look like Harrison Smith. He will enter his 15th season with the Minnesota Vikings after signing a one-year contract worth $12.25 million on Saturday.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 7

NFC Notes: Harrison Smith Contract, D’Andre Swift, Roschon Johnson, Bears, Vikings

Bears RB D’Andre Swift is entering his second season in HC Ben Johnson‘s offense and said he feels more comfortable and can play even faster now that he has the small details down.

Minnesota Vikings News / The SportsRush / September 7

Harrison Smith Turns a Vikings Sendoff Into a 15th Season

The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms on a one-year contract with safety Harrison Smith, bringing the six-time Pro Bowler back for a 15th NFL season with the franchise.

Minnesota Vikings News / EasySportz / September 6

Harrison Smith Returns to Vikings for 15th NFL Season

Harrison Smith isn’t ready to call it a career just yet. The Minnesota Vikings announced that the veteran safety is returning for the 2026 season, giving Smith another opportunity to suit up for the franchise where he has spent his entire 15-year NFL career.

Minnesota Vikings News / EssentiallySports / September 6

Vikings’ GM and HC Kevin O’Connell Spent Weeks Convincing Harrison Smith for NFL Return Amid Retirement Rumors

With three minutes left in the final regular-season game, U.S. Bank Stadium echoed with cheers as Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith was taken off the field.

Minnesota Vikings News / EssentiallySports / September 6

Harrison Smith Makes Retirement U-Turn As Vikings Veteran Returns for 15th NFL Season

In 2024, when Harrison Smith was asked about his retirement, he made it clear that he doesn’t want any send-off or any tribute. But in January, before the Minnesota Vikings wrapped up their final regular-season game against the Green Bay Packers, head coach Kevin O’Connell called for a timeout with a little over three minutes left.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 5

Veteran safety agrees to incentive laden deal to return to Vikings

A week away from the start of the Minnesota Vikings 2026 season, the franchise's longest tenured player has finally made a decision about his future.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / September 5

Harrison Smith lands new contract after 14 seasons with the Vikings

Harrison Smith is not done yet in the NFL, and he will be continuing his pro career with the only team he’s ever played for in the league. On Saturday, Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reported that the veteran defensive back is running it back with the Minnesota Vikings for at least another season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / September 5

Six-time Pro Bowl S Harrison Smith returns to Vikings

Six-time Pro Bowl safety Harrison Smith agreed to return to the Minnesota Vikings for a 15th season, the team announced Saturday. Smith, 37, had contemplated retirement in the offseason.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 5

Vikings Re-Signing S Harrison Smith To One-Year Deal

The Minnesota Vikings are re-signing veteran S Harrison Smith to a one-year contract on Saturday, according to Tom Pelissero. Smith is signing a one-year deal with a base value of $8 million that can be worth up to $16 million with incentives.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / September 5

Vikings, Safety Harrison Smith agree to one-year deal

Harrison Smith will indeed continue his career in 2026. A one-year Vikings agreement is in place, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report.

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