Harrison Smith played for the Vikings for the opening game against the Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium. The veteran safety had come close to retiring. He later said what made him come back.
A separate review assessed Smith's contract once full details were released. The review score relied on the disclosed terms. Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray was sidelined due to a concussion. Smith had considered retirement before choosing to play. He was on the field for the opener even with all the earlier doubt.