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 explained later what brought him back.
Separate reporting evaluated Smith's contract after complete terms emerged. That grade used the public terms. Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray was sidelined because of a concussion. Smith had weighed stepping away before choosing to play. He was in the lineup for the opening game even after the earlier questions.