Minnesota Vikings
Harrison Smith - #22 - S
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 214 lbs. |
| Birthday | 02/02/1989 |
| Birthplace | Knoxville, TN |
| College | Notre Dame |
| Years played | 2 |
| Drafted | 2012, 1st round, 29th pick by Vikings |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 98 | 1 | 3 |
Vikings sign OT Horn
The Vikings announced Friday that they have signed OT Levi Horn, a second-year player out of Montana.
Vikings extend training camp
The Vikings announced the dates of their training camp on Wednesday and it will stretch to three weeks long.
Vikings add DE Reed
The Vikings announced the signing of DE Nick Reed, who spent time with both the Bears and Bucs last season.
Vikings to use Gophers' stadium
The Vikings have entered into an agreement with the University of Minnesota to use TCF Bank Stadium during the construction of a new Vikings stadium.
New Vikings stadium a near certainty
The Minnesota Senate voted 36-30 on Thursday in favor of a new stadium for the Vikings. The last step is a signature from Gov. Mark Dayton.
Vikings' Peterson determined to be ready by Week One
Vikings RB Adrian Peterson, who is rehabbing from a torn ACL and MCL, said Wednesday he expects to be healthy by the season opener.
Vikings new stadium just one vote away
The Minnesota state Senate must approve a new bill that would approve the funding for a $975 million stadium that would open in 2016.
Vikings dilemma: How much is too much for stadium?
If the Vikings want a new stadium, it appears they'll have to ante up more money or else walk away from the proposal.
Minnesota Senate approves changed stadium bill
The Vikings moved one step closer to a new stadium in Minneapolis on Tuesday, as the Minnesota Senate voted in favor of a bill to finance it.
Vikings stadium bill passes Minnesota House
The Minnesota House of Representatives voted 73-58 to pass legislation for a new Vikings stadium.
Vikings release PK Longwell
The Vikings released veteran PK Ryan Longwell on Monday, the team announced. He had been with Minnesota the past six seasons.
Saints sign DT Ayodele
The Saints signed DT Remi Ayodele to a one-year contract, the team announced on Monday.
Vikings in limbo and expansion not on NFL's radar
The difficulty the Vikings are experiencing in getting a new stadium is similar to predicaments that are looming in other NFL cities.
Wife of ex-Viking guilty in hit-and-run
The wife of ex-Vikings TE Joe Senser was convicted of two felonies in a hit-and-run that killed a man in August on an interstate highway ramp.
Vikings stadium vote set for Monday
A vote will take place next Monday in the Minnesota House of Representatives to approve or deny funding for a Vikings stadium proposal.
PLAYER NEWS
Coach Leslie Frazier says Smith and tight end Kyle Rudolph passed the necessary concussion tests this week, clearing the way for them to play in a pivotal NFC North game at Green Bay on Sunday.|||||||
Rudolph and Smith both left the game against Chicago last weekend with concussions, and it was unclear earlier this week if they would be available for the game against the Packers.
The Minnesota Vikings have two key starters who must pass post-concussion tests before they can be cleared for action, tight end Kyle Rudolph and strong safety Harrison Smith.|||||||
They were hurt in the second half of Minnesota's loss at Chicago on Sunday.
Smith won't be punished further for his shove of an official that drew a 15-yard penalty and automatic ejection from Sunday's game against Tennessee.|||||||
Vikings coach Leslie Frazier said Monday the team was told by the NFL that Smith won't be fined or suspended. The rookie was pulled away from a tussle with some Titans players by back judge Steve Freeman in the second quarter, when he pushed Freeman aside. Smith apologized after the game for what he called an "unacceptable" action and for even trying to return to the scrum in the first place. The Vikings won 30-7.
Smith was ejected from the game against Tennessee after pushing an official who was trying to break up an on-field altercation.|||||||
Several Titans and Vikings tangled in the second quarter after Minnesota's Antoine Winfield intercepted a pass from Matt Hasselbeck. The hard-nosed Smith was right in the middle of the confrontation, and an official stepped in to try to steer him out of the area. Smith kept jawing with the Titans players, and pushed the official to the side as he tried to get closer to the action. Rookie Robert Blanton replaced Smith at safety on the Vikings' next defensive series.
Smith has been fined $21,000 by the NFL for a hit on San Diego Chargers receiver Mike Willie on Aug. 24.|||||||
Smith was drafted out of Notre Dame to add some playmaking and a harder edge to the back end of the defense. The Vikings have been searching for an intimidating presence at that position for years, and Smith gained a reputation for being willing to get physical even against teammates in practice during training camp while competing for a starting job.
