Smith (ankle) had surgery to clean up the high ankle sprain he suffered in December, Adam Caplan and Ben Goessling of ESPN report.

EDGE Analysis

Smith missed two games due to his high ankle sprain but managed to play on the injury in the final two weeks of the season and the Pro Bowl. He initially said he wouldn't need surgery, but later determined that the cleanup was the best option. He's expected to be back to full health by the time training camp roles around.

Smith (ankle) is active for Sunday's game at Green Bay, Matt Vensel of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith had full participation in Friday's practice, which suggests he'll be able to start at safety and play a regular workload.

Smith (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's tilt against the Packers.

EDGE Analysis

Smith hasn't played since spraining his ankle in Week 13 but his full participation in Friday's practice session indicates he could return for Saturday's game.

Smith (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, but it's unclear whether he'll travel with the team for Saturday's game against the Packers. "We're still going to talk about it," Smith told Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press. "[I'm] going to leave that one up to them."

EDGE Analysis

Thursday marked the first time that Smith has practiced since injuring his ankle in the Vikings' loss to the Cowboys in Week 13. The Viking secondary could be getting the likes of Smith and Trae Wayne back in the fold Saturday if they continue to progress, however. Smith's level of participation in Friday's practice ought to provide more clarity on his status heading into the pivotal Week 16 showdown with the Packers.

Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Indianapolis.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Mike Zimmer refuted reports that Smith wouldn't return this season and said he could play this week. However, Smith wasn't able to return to this practice. Zimmer's optimism could mean that Smith may return for one of Minnesota's final two regular season games.

Smith (ankle) did not practice Wednesday. However, head coach Mike Zimmer did not rule him out for this week's game against the Colts. "There's a possibility, even though the report [saying he could be out for the season] was erroneous from before," Zimmer told the Minneapolis Star Tribune. "He's doing good."

EDGE Analysis

Smith suffered a Grade 3 high ankle sprain during a Week 13 loss to Dallas and missed last week's game. He'll likely need to participate in practice this week if he's going to return against the Colts.

Smith (ankle) is officially inactive for Sunday's tilt with the Jaguars.

EDGE Analysis

Smith suffered a Grade 3 high ankle sprain during last week's loss to the Cowboys and was ruled out early in the week, with Sunday's inactive report solidifying the decision. Look for more updates on his status to come next week during practice. Until then, expect Anthony Harris to take over as starting free safety.

Smith is dealing with a Grade 3 high ankle sprain and has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith re-aggravated a previous ankle injury during Thursday's loss to the Cowboys, which is now being listed as a Grade 3 high ankle sprain. A Grade 3 listing is the most important thing to keep in mind here, as that's considered the most severe of ankle sprains. He's already been ruled out for Sunday, but there's a very good chance he misses additional time and may even miss the rest of the season. However, the Vikings still plan to take it on a week-to-week basis, so stay tuned for further information. Look for Anthony Harris to take over as the starter moving forward.

Smith (ankle) did not practice Tuesday, Matt Vensel of the Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith left Thursday's loss to the Cowboys on crutches as he is dealing with soreness in his left ankle. Look for more updates to come later in the week with Anthony Harris taking over as the starting free safety in his absence.

Smith left the locker room after Thursday's game on crutches with his left foot in a walking boot, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. While he's been battling a sore ankle in recent weeks, he said he wasn't sure if it was a new injury. "I don't know,'" he said. "I can't feel a lot.'"

EDGE Analysis

Smith was able to play a full game and had five tackles. He has some extra time off with the Vikings playing on Sunday next week at Jacksonville.