Harrison Smith played for the Vikings during the season opener against the Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. The veteran safety had almost walked away from the game. He said afterward what made him come back.
Separate reporting evaluated Smith's contract after the full details came out. That grade relied on the disclosed terms. Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray was unavailable as a result of a concussion. Smith had considered retirement before opting to return. He was in the lineup for the opening game even with all the earlier doubt.