Smith (neck) isn't expected to start Sunday's contest at Detroit, Ben Gossling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Listed as questionable for Week 14 action due to a neck injury, Smith at the very least is in line to yield his starting spot at strong safety to Josh Metellus, but whether or not he's active won't become known until 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Considering Smith has racked up 73 tackles and five interceptions in 11 appearances this season, the potential for him to have no guaranteed snaps Sunday may force managers in IDP leagues to look elsewhere for a replacement.

Smith (neck) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

EDGE Analysis

Per Ben Goessling of the Star Tribune, Smith has moved past the illness that he'd been dealing with, but the veteran safety is still nursing a neck injury. Smith hasn't missed a game since Week 3, totaling 73 tackles, 10 pass defenses, five interceptions and a forced fumble across 11 appearances.

Smith (illness) was a limited participant during the Vikings' practice Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Smith was unable to participate with this ailment during practice Wednesday, so his ability to ramp up his activity is an encouraging sign heading to Sunday's game against Detroit. The 33-year-old will have one more chance to return to practice in full before Friday's final injury report.

Smith (illness) was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Smith was unable to partake in any activity Wednesday due to an illness, just days after he played every defensive snap in the Vikings' Week 13 win over the Jets. Though it seems unlikely that the veteran safety will be forced to miss Sunday's contest versus Detroit, his participation in practice throughout the week should be something worth monitoring.

Smith recorded three passes defended, including an interception, and eight tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 27-22 win over the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

Smith recorded one of his team's two interceptions against Jets quarterback Mike White, grabbing a pass intended for Corey Davis on the opening series of the game. Over 11 games played in 2022, the 11th-year safety has now matched his previous career high for interceptions, and he needs just three more passes defended to set a new career-best mark in this category as well. Smith also sits third on the Vikings in tackles (72) behind linebackers Eric Kendricks (99) and Jordan Hicks (98). He will look to once again make an impact in Minnesota's run and pass defense when the team faces Detroit this Sunday.

Smith (ankle) was a full participant during the Vikings' practice Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Smith appears to have quickly worked past an ankle injury that kept him limited during practice Wednesday. The 33-year-old safety is Minnesota's third-leading tackler (64) and has paced the team with four interceptions while playing all but one game so far this season. Smith should continue to play every down in the Vikings' secondary against the up-and-down Jets offense Sunday.

Smith (ankle) was a limited participant during the Vikings' practice Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Smith recorded seven tackles while playing 98 percent of Minnesota's defensive snaps against the Patriots last Thursday, so it's unclear when this injury first arose. The 33-year-old safety will now have two more practices to increase his activity before Sunday's game against the Jets.

Smith recorded eight tackles (seven solo) in Thursday's 33-26 victory against the Patriots.

EDGE Analysis

Smith remained very involved Thursday, finishing just one tackle shy of the team lead, though his seven solo takedowns were Minnesota's highest. The safety remains one of the best at his position in the league and is now up to 65 tackles with seven pass deflections, four interceptions and a forced fumble over 10 contests this season.

Smith recorded seven tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 40-3 loss to the Cowboys.

EDGE Analysis

Smith tied nose tackle Harrison Phillips for the Vikings' third-most stops as the team's defense was rolled over by Dallas' balanced offensive attack. However, the starting strong safety did not record a pass defended for just the third time in his nine games played this season. Smith will look to help Minnesota bounce back against the Patriots' limited offense on Thanksgiving Day.

Coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday that Smith (groin) has made a "full recovery" from the injury he suffered Week 4, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith apparently took a low blow in London on Sunday, but fortunately appears to be okay. The six-time Pro Bowler will be ready to go Week 5 versus Chicago and should see plenty of opportunities for tackles against a run-heavy Bears offense.