Harrison Smith Addresses the Retirement Question

Harrison Smith Talks About His Future

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings free safety Harrison Smith (22) intercepts a pass against the Washington Commanders during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images Vikings safety Harrison Smith was a strong retirement candidate in each of the last two offseasons. As he’s getting up there in age, challenging Father Time is getting harder and harder, and he’ll once again be in …

Harrison Smith Addresses the Retirement Question

Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith is winding down his 14th season in the NFL, and naturally, one must wonder if he will fire up a 15th in 2026. Smith didn’t deliver an overly dramatic announcement so much as a veteran’s reality check — acknowledging the mileage, the grind, and the fact that he’s earned the right to decide later. Most believe the answer is “no,” but Smith kept his options open after the Vikings’ 34-26 win over the Dallas Co…