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Vikings safety Harrison Smith (illness) is officially inactive for Sunday night's game against the Falcons. His season debut in his 14th year in the NFL will wait until at least Week 3.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14

Harrison Smith could ‘wait another week’ before 2025 debut

The Minnesota Vikings’ J.J. McCarthy era started with a bang as the second-year quarterback led the team to a wild comeback win over the Chicago Bears in the season opener.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 13

Report: Don't be surprised if Harrison Smith is out for another week

Vikings safety Harrison Smith was a limited participant at practice this week as he continues to work back from illness. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport said that "it would not be a surprise" if Minnesota waits one more week to play its veteran defensive back.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 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 2025 season.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

NFC Notes: Harrison Smith, Bears, Packers, Vikings

The Bears lost to the Vikings 27-24 in Week 1, with Minnesota answering a deficit to start the fourth quarter. Chicago HC Ben Johnson said there were times everyone wasn’t on the same page, and Vikings DC Brian Flores did well bringing multiple fronts.

Harrison Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / September 10

Vikings star reveals target return date amid retirement whispers

Vikings six-time Pro Bowler reveals target return date amid retirement whispers

What may end up being his final season of NFL play got off to an ominous start that’s seen him absent from football activities since Aug. 11.

Bears' Ben Johnson doesn't hold back on Caleb Williams' mistakes in loss to Vikings

Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers makes admission about his health

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Giants' Malik Nabers speaks out about incident with HC Brian Daboll during loss

Dolphins considering making big changes to key position before Patriots showdown

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Vikings Announce Concerning Injury Update Before ‘Monday Night Football’

The Minnesota Vikings are getting set to open their 2025 NFL season on "Monday Night Football" against the Chicago Bears. The Vikings are coming off their best regular season since 1998.

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Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 8

After the Bad News, The Vikings Now Face a Litmus Test on 1 Player

Many thought that Harrison Smith would be capable of playing on Monday Night Football. That assumption has proven to be false. To begin his fourteenth NFL season, Smith will be inactive.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7

Harrison Smith ruled out for opener, won't travel with Vikings to Chicago

Vikings safety Harrison Smith has officially been ruled out for Monday Night Football against the Bears due to an illness, and he will not be traveling with the team.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 6

Looks Like the Vikings Will Miss a Star Player on Monday

The Minnesota Vikings will start their 2025 journey on Monday, with a primetime bout in Chicago against the divisional rivals. After a 14-3 season with some incoming reinforcements, the expectations are high in the State of 10,000 Lakes.

Minnesota Vikings News / ESPN / September 6

Vikings could be down safety Smith, LT Darrisaw

The Minnesota Vikings will likely be without safety Harrison Smith and possibly left tackle Christian Darrisaw vs. the Bears on Monday night.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 5

Minnesota Vikings get positive injury news ahead of Week 1 matchup vs. Bears

The Minnesota Vikings are still dealing with injuries ahead of their season debut against the Chicago Bears, but they got some positive news with left tackle Christina Darrisaw and Harrison Smith getting improvements in their status from Thursday's practice.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / September 5

Harrison Smith moves up to limited practice participation Friday

Vikings safety Harrison Smith is progressing toward a full return to action. Smith has missed practice time recently because of a personal health issue, but he took part in the team's walkthrough on Wednesday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 3

KOC gives injury updates on Vikings' Christian Darrisaw, Harrison Smith

Will J.J. McCarthy have his star left tackle protecting his blind side on Monday night in Chicago? Christian Darrisaw has done everything right in his rehab process from last year's major knee injury, giving himself a real chance to play in Week 1.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / September 3

Harrison Smith participated in Wednesday's walkthrough, but remains out of practice

Vikings safety Harrison Smith was sidelined by a personal health issue in August, but he's making progress toward getting back on the field. Head coach Kevin O'Connell said at a press conference that Smith took part in Wednesday's walkthrough.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 31

Status of longtime Bears nemesis uncertain for opening night

The Bears aren't the only team with a possible absence at issue in their secondary for the season opener. What Caleb Williams sees when he lines up across from the Minnesota Vikings defense might look different in the back end than it has for a long time.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / August 30

Vikings can acquire Harrison Smith's successor for free and why it involves Daniel Jones

Safety is an important position for Brian Flores' defense. He has two really good ones for the Minnesota Vikings in Harrison Smith and Josh Metellus, plus Theo Jackson is ready to take a step forward.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / August 29

Vikings S Harrison Smith uncertain for Week 1 due to illness

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 22

Vikings owner Mark Wilf makes bold statement about Harrison Smith's future and it should surprise no one

The May NFL Owners Meetings have held a special place in the heart of Minnesota Vikings owner Mark Wilf. It was during these meetings that the Wilf family became the principal owners of the Vikings 20 years ago in 2005.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 12

Vikings Agree To New Deal With S Harrison Smith

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that veteran S Harrison Smith has agreed to a new one-year contract with the Vikings for the 2025 season. According to Ian Rapoport, Smith receives a $10.25 million base salary and up to $14 million with incentives.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / January 18

Vikings S Harrison Smith given news he didn't want to hear after potentially playing his final NFL game

Not only did the Minnesota Vikings lose brutally to end their season against the Los Angeles Rams, safety Harrison Smith received a fine from the National Football League of $45,020 for unnecessary roughness.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / December 19

Latest Minnesota Vikings Injury Report Brings Bad News on Harrison Smith

The Minnesota Vikings have dropped their second injury report of the week. With a chance to improve to 13-2, the Vikings are dealing with a few minor injuries, but they don’t seem like anything that’ll cause major issues.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13, 2024

Vikings rework six-time Pro Bowler's contract, clear cap space

The six-time Pro Bowler has been one of the league’s top ballhawks at the safety spot, racking up 34 interceptions.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / March 6, 2024

Harrison Smith Unlikely to Retire; Return to Vikings No Guarantee Though

The Minnesota Vikings are coming very close to decision time on their offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 26, 2024

One trade, cut signing the Vikings should make

One trade, cut and signing the Minnesota Vikings should make

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