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Harrison Smith returns to Vikings on one-year deal

Veteran safety Harrison Smith is returning to the Minnesota Vikings on a one-year deal worth $12.25 million for the 2026 season.

The 37-year-old Smith, a six-time Pro Bowler, appeared in 15 games with two starts for Minnesota last season, recording 10 passes defensed, two interceptions, a forced fumble, and a sack. Smith has spent his entire career with the Vikings, who selected him at No. 29 overall in 2012.

He has recorded 39 career interceptions, ranking fourth in franchise history and is one away from tying Ed Sharockman for third place. syntagm.co.za