While it was disappointing for the Minnesota Vikings not to reach the postseason, there were still some great performances by individual players who deserve recognition for their play during the 2018 NFL season.
The Pro Football Writers of America released their All-NFL, All-AFC, and All-NFC teams on Tuesday and two defenders from the purple and gold were included on the teams according to the official website of the Vikings.
Harrison Smith was named to the All-NFC team where he was paired the Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson. Smith is no stranger to the PFWA awards and was part of the NFC squad last year.