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Vikings Waive Veteran Receiver Adam Thielen After Tough Season

12/1/2025

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On December 1, 2025, the Minnesota Vikings waived veteran receiver Adam Thielen after a healthy scratch.
Adam Thielen, a Minnesota native, returned to the Vikings after two years with the Carolina Panthers and aims to play a larger role in his final NFL season.
In 11 games this season, Thielen has eight catches for 69 yards.
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah called Thielen one of the team's all-time greats and wished him success.

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Story summary

On December 1, 2025, the Minnesota Vikings waived veteran receiver Adam Thielen after a healthy scratch.
Adam Thielen, a Minnesota native, returned to the Vikings after two years with the Carolina Panthers and aims to play a larger role in his final NFL season.
In 11 games this season, Thielen has eight catches for 69 yards.
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah called Thielen one of the team's all-time greats and wished him success.