The Vikings and Seahawks have two of the NFL’s best defenses and each group features a multi-faceted difference-maker at safety. For the Vikings, it’s Harrison Smith. For the Seahawks, it’s Earl Thomas. These two big-time leaders and playmakers are the subject of this week’s Ticketmaster Hot Matchup.
Smith is a perfect fit in Mike Zimmer’s defense. He can cover, support the run and blitz. Smith is also a leader on the field and in the locker room, and he plays with an attitude that rubs off on his teammates. Despite missing last week’s game in Atlanta with a knee injury, Smith still ranks second on the team in tackles with 74, and he’s also added 6 QB hits, 2.