Adam Thielen: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 17

Insider fairly questions why Panthers traded Adam Thielen

The Carolina Panthers have one reliable pass-catcher in Tetairoa McMillan. They expected to have more, which is why they felt safe trading Adam Thielen away.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 14

Xavier Legette's dismal performance shows why Panthers still needed Adam Thielen

There have been a whole lot of disappointing individual performances for the Carolina Panthers through two games. Most of all, they're being let down by head coach Dave Canales, who seems to have forgotten whatever progress he made during his rookie season and regressed into the hopeless newbie he was in Weeks 1-2 last year.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 10

Vikings See Key Contract Details Crystallize

Usually, the contract business gets taken care of in March and April, the main months for talent acquisition in the NFL. Fast forward into the end of August.

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Contract detail emerge for two Vikings veterans, including Adam Thielen taking a team-friendly pay cut

When it comes to building a roster, the Minnesota Vikings have had to rely a little too much on veterans. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has done a really good job of maneuvering the salary cap with having more veteran contract due to the lack of success in the NFL Draft during his first two years.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 7

Pelissero offers intel on how much Adam Thielen could play in Vikings-Bears opener

The Vikings will finally kick off the 2025-26 regular season on Monday night against the Bears, and recently acquired wide receiver Adam Thielen will likely play a large role.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Lead / September 6

Will Adam Thielen Fit Into the Vikings’ Offense?

On Aug. 27, the Minnesota Vikings agreed to a trade with the Carolina Panthers that brought former Viking Adam Thielen back to Minnesota for two Day 3 draft picks. Minnesota made the move after they had been searching the trade market for a WR following the three-game suspension of Jordan Addison.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 5

Adam Thielen explains 'Year 13' while praising J.J. McCarthy and Justin Jefferson

Adam Thielen had a number of interesting things to say Friday during an interview with KFAN's Power Trip Morning Show, from applauding J.J. McCarthy's presence and attitude to Justin Jefferson's leadership, the 35-year-old Minnesota native did nothing but glow about his hometown team.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 5

The Odd Adam Thielen Detail That Still Needs Further Clarity

Adam Thielen has accomplished much in his impressive NFL career, including being a strong contributor on special teams. One thing he hasn’t done, however, is prove to be an explosive punt returner.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 4

Adam Thielen’s wife, ex-teammate suggest this could be his final NFL season

At 35 years old, is Adam Thielen's 12 season in the NFL going to be his last? According to his now-former Panthers teammate, wide receiver Xavier Legette, there's a real chance that Thielen returned home to Minnesota to play his final season with the Vikings.

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As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / September 2

Minnesota Vikings announce jersey number changes, including making Adam Thielen's official after the trade

The Minnesota Vikings have announced eight number changes ahead of the start of the 2025 season, including wide receiver Adam Thielen, who was acquired via trade last week.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

NFC Notes: Adam Thielen, Bryce Young, Justin Reid, Panthers, Saints

The Panthers traded veteran WR Adam Thielen to the Vikings this week. Carolina HC Dave Canales explained they are comfortable with their younger receivers

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

NFC Notes: Jordan Love, Adam Thielen, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears HC Ben Johnson admitted that the offense will constantly evolve as the season goes on. “And to be honest with you, we might have to ebb and flow a little bit after that opening game,” Johnson said, via ESPN.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 31

Former Panthers star Adam Thielen agrees to steep pay-cut with Vikings

When Adam Thielen decided not to retire and return to the Carolina Panthers for another year, he told reporters that he wanted to be around to help Bryce Young and the rest of a young offense take the next step.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Veteran WR accepts pay cut from Vikings

The veteran wide receiver has accepted a pay cut from the Vikings shortly after reuniting with the team via a trade from the Panthers.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 31

Panthers re-sign Pro Bowl WR after Adam Thielen trade

The Panthers are returning a key wide receiver to their roster after trading Adam Thielen to the Vikings on Wednesday.

Vikings veteran WR takes pay cut before regular season

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Packers rookie WR Matthew Golden will no longer wear No. 22

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Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / August 30

Report: WR Adam Thielen gives Vikings a hometown discount

Adam Thielen has agreed to restructure his contract with the Minnesota Vikings, reducing his annual salary by $2 million and wiping $4 million in incentives off the books, NFL Network reported Saturday.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / August 30

Vikings veteran WR takes pay cut before regular season

The Minnesota Vikings immediately asked for a hometown discount from a veteran wide receiver before the start of the regular season.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Vikings WR Adam Thielen Agrees To Revised Contract

Per Tom Pelissero, veteran Vikings WR Adam Thielen has agreed to a revised contract with the team. Pelissero adds that the deal will reduce Thielen’s salary by $2 million and remove $4 million in incentives.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / August 29

Panthers GM: Adam Thielen was 'adamant' he wanted to go to Minnesota

According to Panthers general manager Dan Morgan, Adam Thielen was adamant that he wanted to be traded to the Vikings. That conviction from Thielen is partially why a deal got done to send the Minnesota native back to his home state and the franchise where he spent his first nine NFL seasons.

Minnesota Vikings News / The Predictors / August 29

Adam Thielen returns to the Vikings

Adam Thielen Traded Back to Vikings, Set for Possible Final Season in Minnesota Adam Thielen is heading home. The Carolina Panthers have traded the veteran wideout back to the Minnesota Vikings, the team where he became a star.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 28

Details On Trade Negotiations Between Vikings & Panthers For WR Adam Thielen

The Athletic’s Joe Person shared some behind-the-scenes details of negotiations between the Vikings and Panthers that resulted in Carolina sending WR Adam

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 27

Jordan Addison suspension clears path for former Vikings great to shine

The Vikings are signing wideout Adam Thielen just two years after releasing him.

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Vikings trade picks to reunite with Panthers WR Adam Thielen

Minnesota parted with two draft picks to reunite with Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen on Wednesday. The Panthers will receive a 2026 fifth-round draft pick and a 2027 fourth-round pick in the deal, with the Vikings receiving a seventh-round pick in 2026 and a fifth-rounder in 2027.

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