Most Minnesota Vikings are trying to figure out what is going on with safety Harrison Smith and whether he will be playing for the team in 2026. Smith has been a free agent, but has continued to stay in contact with Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell about a potential return. ESPN's Kevin Seifert shared whether O'Connell had anything new to reveal about Smith potentially returning to Minnesota at some point this year. "Kevin O'Connell said he spoke recently with Harrison Smith, who is not signed but has not yet announced his retirement. There is still a lot to figure out for the Vikings, as it will take time to work through whatever Smith and O'Connell need to discuss.