Smith (back) won't participate in Thursday's practice, Eric Smith of the Vikings' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Though Smith is at the Vikings' facility, he'll be working out off to the side for a second straight day while he manages the back injury. The Vikings will wait and see if he's able to do anything Friday before ruling on his status for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, but the back-to-back absences from practice to begin the week don't bode well for his chances of gaining clearance to play.

Smith was a non-participant in Wednesday's practice due to a back injury.

EDGE Analysis

Smith missed two of the last three games due to a groin issue, but he now appears to be dealing with a new injury. Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com relays that while Smith was in attendance for Wednesday's workout, he wasn't sporting a helmet. Kyle Rudolph will operate as Minnesota's clear top tight end again if Smith can't return Week 13 against the Jaguars.

Smith (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

The second-year tight end sat out in Week 10 with this injury but returned to a limited role in Week 11. However, this injury seems to be lingering, as he'll be sidelined once again this Sunday. Kyle Rudolph will operate as the clear No. 1 tight end, while Tyler Conklin sees an uptick in usage as well.

Smith (groin) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Carolina.

EDGE Analysis

Smith sat out Week 10 with the groin injury, but he returned for the Week 11 loss to Dallas and played 53 percent of snaps on offense. His likely absence could benefit Kyle Rudolph, who had season highs for targets (five) and yards (63) in the previous game Smith missed, though it was No. 3 TE Tyler Conklin who took on most of the vacated snaps.

Smith (groin) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's practice report.

EDGE Analysis

After practicing in a limited capacity Wednesday, Smith was held out entirely one day later, which may signify a setback with his groin injury. On the other hand, he may have stayed off the field for maintenance reasons. Look for Smith's status to receive some clarification upon the release of Friday's injury report.

Smith (groin/back) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Smith missed Week 10 due to his groin injury but managed to retake the field against Dallas last weekend, hauling in both of his targets for 23 yards while playing 52 percent of offensive snaps. The second-year tight end now also appears to be dealing with a back issue, but as long as he can continue practicing on at least a limited basis he should have a fair chance of suiting up against Carolina on Sunday.

Smith had two receptions for 23 yards on two targets in Sunday's loss to Dallas.

EDGE Analysis

Smith returned after missing a game due to a groin injury. He played on 33 of the offense's 65 snaps. Meanwhile, Kyle Rudolph had three receptions and played on 45 snaps. Both tight ends get only a minor portion of the targets with Adam Thielen and Justin Jefferson commanding almost all the activity in the passing game. However, the passing attack may need to diversify the targets if Thielen misses time this week after landing on the COVID-19 list.

Smith (groin) is active for Sunday's Week 11 tilt against the Cowboys.

EDGE Analysis

The athletic tight end was trending in the right direction after a week of limited practices, and his active status after a one-week absence now is official. Smith notched touchdown grabs on each of his two receptions Week 9 against the Lions before missing the Week 10 win over the Bears. He'll look for similar success versus a vulnerable Cowboys defense that's surrendered 39-386-5 line to tight ends this season.

Smith (groin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Confirmation on his availability will arrive upon the release of the Vikings' inactives in advance of Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff. Prior to sitting out the team's Week 10 win over the Bears, Smith -- who was limited in practices Wednesday through Friday -- compiled 13 receptions for 159 yards and two touchdowns through eight games.

Smith (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Dallas, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith appears truly questionable after logging limited practices throughout the week. He was held out of the 19-13 win over Chicago on Monday, when fellow tight end Kyle Rudolph responded with season highs for targets (five), catches (four) and yards (63). However, Rudolph's 78 percent snap share was about the same as usual, while Tyler Conklin got the big bump in playing time, with 63 percent easily his season high. None of the bunch is a strong bet to see more than three or four targets, regardless of Smith's status.