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Revitalizing The Hitman in 2023

Harrison Smith – affectionately known as The Hitman – has been an elite defender in Minnesota for more than a decade.

In 2012, the Vikings made the Notre Dame safety a 1st-round selection, hopping up to 29th overall to ensure he traded Green & Gold for Purple & Gold. Looking back, it was one of the absolute best decisions Rick Spielman ever made.

Harrison Smith – The Hitman – and The Brian Flores Defense

At his peak, Smith was a first-team All Pro.

That honor came following the sensational 2017 season that featured a ton of standout performances on Minnesota’s defense.