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 |
NFC North Spin cycle: Packers, Vikings in, Bears left out
The Vikings earned a rematch with Green Bay in the wild-card playoffs but the Bears have nothing to show for 10 regular-season wins.
Week 17 Players of the Week
This week, PFW selects Alfred Morris, Everson Griffen and Darius Reynaud as its Players of the Week.
Peterson misses record, but leads Vikings to playoffs
Adrian Peterson came within 9 yards of Eric Dickerson's rushing record, finishing with 199 yards and powering the Vikings into the playoffs, 37-34 over Green Bay.
Week 16 Players of the Week
This week, PFW selects Russell Wilson, Geno Atkins and Blair Walsh as its Players of the Week.
Week 17 playoff scenarios
Seeding is up for grabs in the AFC, while five teams fight for two spots in the NFC playoffs in Week 17.
NFC North Spin cycle: Packers roll, Vikes control fate
The Packers might have wrapped up the North, but the Vikings' win Sunday means they control their fate in Week 17.
Redskins-Cowboys flexed to prime time in Week 17
The Week 17 game between the Redskins and Cowboys for the NFC East title has been flex into the primetime slot.
Vikings upset Texans 23-6
Christian Ponder threw a touchdown pass, Toby Gerhart added a score and Blair Walsh kicked three field goals in the Vikings' win over the Texans.
Vikings figure to look different at receiver
After this season, the receiver position is set to undergo a facelift in Minnesota, with Percy Harvin's return still to be determined.
Week 15 Players of the Week
This week, PFW selects Adrian Peterson, J.J. Watt and Blair Walsh as its Players of the Week.
Peterson, Watt make MVP cases, rally contenders
In what might be one of the few true head-to-head battles for MVP either Adrian Peterson or J.J. Watt might have the chance to earn the award in Week 16.
NFC North Spin cycle: Packers' win has Bears on outside looking in
The Packers continued their dominance over the Bears, sweeping the season series and clinching first place in the NFC North.
Peterson runs for 212, Vikings top Rams
Adrian Peterson ran for a season-best 212 yards, and the Vikings spoiled the Rams' home finale Sunday with a 36-22 win.
Vikings defense taking strides toward improving
The Vikings' defense isn't great statistically, but it's making plays when it needs to more consistently than last season.
Key matchup: Vikings D-line vs. Rams O-line
Here's a look at the key matchup in St. Louis with the Vikings and Rams both in serious need of a victory to keep their playoff hopes alive.
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.
