Smith (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has missed three out of the past four games. While head coach Mike Zimmer said he was optimistic Smith could return this week, we'll likely have to wait until Friday for a better read on the situation. Smith practiced on Wednesday and Thursday last week, but sat out Friday's practice and didn't play.

Smith (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears.

EDGE Analysis

Smith returned to limited practices Wednesday and Thursday but was then held out of Friday's session. With no report of a setback, the Vikings may have just accepted that their star safety isn't yet ready to return. Andrew Sendejo and Robert Blanton, both listed as probable with knee injuries, will likely be the starting safeties in Sunday's game.

Smith (hamstring) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Absent twice in an 11-day span, Smith has logged back-to-back limited practices to kick off the week. While he's been encouraged by the workload, he's unsure if a return is nigh Sunday versus the Bears. However, Friday's injury report could shed some light on his potential to play.

Smith (knee/hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game in Arizona, Travis Langer of the Vikings' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

With a short week to prepare for the Cardinals, the Vikings have opted to rest key defensive cogs like Smith, Anthony Barr (groin), and Linval Joseph (foot). Smith's primary backup, Robert Blanton (knee), was able to log a limited practice Wednesday, but if he takes a seat as well, the team will have just two healthy safeties (Shaun Prater and Anthony Harris) in the active ranks.

Smith (knee/hamstring) didn't participate in Monday's practice, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith left in the first quarter of Sunday's defeat to the Seahawks, which followed inactive status in a Week 12 win in Atlanta. Because he's a staple of the Vikings' secondary, the team could opt to exercise caution with the fourth-year pro Thursday in Arizona. If he's unable to suit up, his likely replacement, Antone Exum, didn't practice Monday due to a fractured rib and an ailing AC joint in his shoulder. Thus, it's unclear who will get the nod at free safety in Week 14.

Smith (hamstring) is doubtful to return Sunday against the Seahawks.

EDGE Analysis

Smith left in early in the game and never returned to the field. Antone Exum is likely to finish the game at free safety.

Smith (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

EDGE Analysis

Smith, who has 54 total tackles through 10 games, will play.

Smith (knee) was limited in Friday's practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Seattle, but is expected to start, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith said he fully expects to play and he was able to practice all week, although limited. Antone Exum will likely start at the other safety spot with Andrew Sendejo out with a knee injury.

Smith was limited at Wednesday's practice, after which he told Ben Goessling of ESPN.com that his left knee had "a bit of a sprain."

EDGE Analysis

Smith suffered the injury in Week 11 against the Packers, forcing back-to-back DNPs on Wednesday and Thursday before making a limited showing Friday. While he was eventually ruled out for Sunday's game in Atlanta and isn't yet 100 percent, he's apparently "feeling much better." By week's end, the Vikings should clarify his availability for Week 13 against the Seahawks.

Smith (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

EDGE Analysis

Smith sustained the injury early in last week's loss to Green Bay, but he played through the ailment for the better part of the contest. Despite practicing Friday, Smith has been ruled out, so the Vikings will likely turn to Antone Exum Jr. to fill the void.