Harrison Smith

According to ESPN News, Harrison Smith, who was scheduled to earn $14.7 million this season, agreed to reduce his pay to $8 million in order to stay with the Vikings. Incentives totaling $2 million are also available to him. According to ESPN News, Hitman had other teams very interested in him, but he had no intention of leaving.

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In a notable move reflecting both personal commitment and strategic team planning, Minnesota Vikings’ veteran safety Harrison Smith has agreed to restructure his contract, ensuring his return for a 13th season with the franchise. Originally slated to earn $14.7 million for the upcoming season, Smith has consented to a reduced salary of $8 million, with … Read more

“I kind of grew up here,” Harrison Smith said in reference to his choice to accept a pay reduction and stay with the Vikings.I was determined to stay and try again. Everything is difficult to measure, so staying seemed right. I can’t think of Smith living anywhere than Minnesota!

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Harrison Smith Reflects on His Decision to Take a Pay Cut and Remain with the Minnesota Vikings Few players in the NFL embody the spirit and identity of their team the way Harrison Smith does with the Minnesota Vikings. Since being drafted in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft, Smith has been a … Read more