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 graded Smith's contract after the full details came out. That grade was based on the disclosed terms. Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray was unavailable because of a concussion. Smith had thought about retiring before opting to return. He was in the lineup for the opening game even after the earlier questions.