HARRISON SMITH NEWS

Ends another productive season Smith ended the season with 89 tackles (54 solo), a half sack, 10 pass breakups and five interceptions in 16 games.

Impact Smith has consistently put up solid numbers for Minnesota through his nine seasons with the team, and this year was no different. Playing 95.9 percent of the defensive snaps, the strong safety was a key member of the unit and will continue in that capacity next season in the last year of his current contract.

FEBRUARY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lions, Vikings both stumbling to the finish

This season will end like so many others for Matthew Stafford

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jefferson's rookie season stacks up with the best, even Moss

Hall of Famer Randy Moss splashed on the scene in 1998 for the Minnesota Vikings with one of the best seasons ever for a rookie receiver, setting a new standard for how rookies wou...

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mistakes abound as Jaguars collapse again in 27-24 OT loss

When linebacker Joe Schobert returned an interception 43 yards for a touchdown on the first play of the second half the Jacksonville Jaguars had their biggest lead of the season at...

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings outlast error-prone Jags 27-24 on Bailey's OT kick

Dan Bailey kicked a 23-yard field goal with 1:49 left in overtime that lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 27-24 victory over Jacksonville

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings still committed to core, as Jaguars starting over

Three years ago the Jacksonville Jaguars and Minnesota Vikings each reached their conference championship game

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings' timely defensive stops keep playoff hopes alive

The offense had done its part to keep the Minnesota Vikings' faint playoff hopes alive

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will play Week 12 Smith (neck) has been cleared for Sunday's game versus the Panthers.

Impact Smith started the week as a non-participant in practice. He upgraded his participation in each session and was full speed Friday. The veteran safety is an every-snap player, and he's racked up 51 tackles, six pass breakups and three interceptions through 10 games.

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to limited Smith (neck) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Smith was unable to get any work in during Wednesday's practice, so his limited participation is progress. This movement should give him a decent chance to play in Week 12 against Carolina. Smith has been a key in the Vikings' defense, reaminging on the field for all defensive snaps in seven games this season.

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings could be without the touchdown prowess of Thielen

On an offense that features Dalvin Cook — who leads the league in rushing yards per game — and has big-play rookie receiver Justin Jefferson garnering his own headlines seven-year...

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses practice Wednesday Smith (neck) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Smith has played every snap on defense in four straight games. This appears to be a new injury, and he'll need to return to the practice field by Friday to have a chance to play Sunday against the Panthers. Smith has missed just one game since the 2016 season. Curtis Riley and Josh Metellus are candidates to fill in at strong safety if Smith sits out.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Cousins steps back to forefront for Vikings with Cook slowed

The Minnesota Vikings helped Kirk Cousins get back in a groove this month after his rash of turnovers contributed to the team’s 1-5 start

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cousins, Vikings overcome Patterson return, beat Bears 19-13

Kirk Cousins threw for 292 yards and two touchdowns, and the Minnesota Vikings overcame a 104-yard kickoff return by Chicago’s Cordarrelle Patterson to beat the Bears 19-13

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cornerback crunch presents challenges for Zimmer, Vikings

The on-field lessons continue in Minnesota with a group of an inexperienced cornerbacks also dealing with persistent injuries

NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Packers' Rodgers, Adams to challenge young Vikings CBs again

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and receiver Davante Adams are coming off big performances in a 35-20 victory over the Houston Texans

OCTOBER 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Young and depleted defense giving Vikings growing pains

This was bound to be a year of transition for the long-sturdy, often-dominant Minnesota Vikings defense directed by coach Mike Zimmer

OCTOBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mattison ready to step in for Vikings if Cook can't play

When Dalvin Cook hurt his groin and left for the locker room Sunday in Seattle, the Minnesota Vikings didn’t alter their game plan

OCTOBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFL Today, Week 5

NFL Today, Week 5

OCTOBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Watson tosses 3 TDs as Texans get 1st win, 30-14 over Jags

Deshaun Watson threw for a season-high 359 yards and three touchdowns and the Houston Texans got their first win of the season, a 30-14 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sun...

OCTOBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Latest: Cowboys edge Giants with field goal on last play

Greg Zuerlein kicked a 34-yard field goal on the final play of the game as the Dallas Cowboys withstood a devastating injury to Dak Prescott and won 37-34 over the New York Giants

OCTOBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Poor start after Hopkins trade costs Texans' O'Brien his job

As it turns out, the curious decision to trade star receiver DeAndre Hopkins in the offseason was the beginning of the end for Houston Texans coach and general manager Bill O’Brien

OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't be suspended Smith isn't expected to be suspended for lowering his helmet on a hit against tight end Jordan Akins in Sunday's win over the Texans, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Smith was ejected for his actions in the first half, and the league has decided that's enough punishment for the safety. The Vikings' pass defense is shaky enough and clearly struggled with Smith out of the picture, so having him back against Russell Wilson and the Seahawks in Week 5 is encouraging news.

OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Browns' Nick Chubb, Chargers' Austin Ekeler top injury list

Two of the NFL’s top running backs this season are facing uncertain futures after being forced to leave games early with injuries on Sunday

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mayfield, Garrett, Beckham lead surging Browns past Cowboys

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cook has 2 TDs as Vikings get 1st win, 31-23 over Texans

Dalvin Cook ran for 130 yards and two touchdowns and the Minnesota Vikings withstood a late rally from the winless Houston Texans to get their first victory, 31-23

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS