Randall Smith stood on a perch high above the field inside U.S. Bank Stadium. He had just received instructions to sound the Gjallarhorn right before kickoff of the Vikings game against Jacksonville in December.
Smith took a moment to soak it all in. At one time incarcerated, he has plans to start a mobile car detailing business, with financial support from the Vikings. And here he was, being honored by them. Several players wore custom cleats that day, highlighting a nonprofit called All Square, which draws its name from the belief that Smith and others are even-up with society after serving their time.