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Adam Thielen 2025 Fantasy Football Outlook: Traded to the Vikings, Aging Vet Still has Much to Contribute
The Carolina Panthers recently traded wide receiver Adam Thielen to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for Day 3 draft picks in 2026 and 2027. Thielen admitted that 2025 might be his last NFL season, which isn't all that surprising. The 34-year-old missed seven games due to a hamstring injury in 2024, his 11th season as a pro. However, Thielen remains a reliable player whom fantasy managers can count on. Thielen recorded 615 yards and five touchdowns in 10 games last season, showing he was still quick and sure-handed. According to Statmuse, Thielen had a 77.4% catch percentage, which was second-best among wide receivers who played at least eight games. And he did it lining up primarily in the slot; Thielen did so on nearly 73% of his snaps in 2024. He is back in Minnesota and has worked with Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy the last two offseasons. The veteran wideout could be a solid FLEX option in the first few weeks, with Jordan Addison suspended for the first three games. With the move to Minnesota, Thielen is WR72 in the latest rankings and is worth a late-round flier heading into fantasy football drafts.
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