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sports14 hours ago

Adam Thielen retires after 13 NFL seasons, leaving a Vikings legacy

Adam Thielen announced his retirement after 13 NFL seasons, capping a remarkable rise from undrafted rookie minicamp invite to Vikings legend. The Detroit Lakes native starred for Minnesota with peak 2017–18 production, finished with 704 receptions, 8,497 yards and 64 TDs, spent time with the Panthers before returning to the Vikings and ending his career with the Steelers; his final game came in a wild-card loss to the Texans, and he’s widely expected to be honored by Minnesota with a Ring of Honor.

sports17 hours ago

Adam Thielen retires after 13-year NFL run, leaving a Vikings legacy

Adam Thielen announced his retirement after a 13-year NFL career, largely with the Minnesota Vikings, where he posted 6,751 receiving yards, 542 receptions and 55 touchdowns and earned Pro Bowl honors in 2017 and 2018. After stints with the Panthers and a late-2025 return to Minnesota before finishing with the Steelers, he leaves the league as one of the Vikings’ top receivers.

sports4 months ago

Vikings Reacquire Adam Thielen in Trade, Highlighting His Leadership and Impact

Panthers GM Dan Morgan expressed confidence in the team's young receiver core following the trade of Adam Thielen, highlighting the potential of rookies and young players to step up. Morgan also discussed the importance of recent contract extensions, roster depth, and the team's long-term competitive outlook, while remaining open to re-signing Hunter Renfrow and emphasizing a focus on building a strong, disciplined team.

sports4 months ago

Adam Thielen Rejoins Vikings in Trade as Panthers Make Draft Picks

Adam Thielen was traded from the Panthers to the Vikings, ending his tenure in Carolina where he was a key player and leader. The move was part of ongoing roster adjustments, and Thielen's departure leaves a young receiving corps for quarterback Bryce Young to develop. The team emphasized the importance of returning to football and focusing on the game despite emotional farewells.

sports4 months ago

Vikings Reacquire Adam Thielen in Trade with Panthers

The Minnesota Vikings have traded for wide receiver Adam Thielen from the Carolina Panthers, returning him to his original team where he played nine seasons and became a top receiver, while also acquiring draft picks in the process. Thielen, who has a notable NFL record and community involvement, joins a Vikings team dealing with injuries and suspensions at the receiver position.

sports4 months ago

Vikings reacquire Adam Thielen in trade with Panthers

Adam Thielen returns to the Minnesota Vikings in a trade with the Carolina Panthers, reuniting with his former team and providing immediate help at wide receiver amid injuries and suspensions. The Vikings exchanged draft picks to acquire Thielen, who is familiar with the team's offense and quarterback, potentially serving as a reliable red zone target. Thielen's return is motivated by the opportunity to rejoin his hometown team after two years with the Panthers.