"Last week, Adam's representation approached the team and asked if we would be willing to release Adam, expressing his desire to play a bigger role in the remaining weeks of what he has indicated will be his final NFL season. Following discussions through the weekend and out of respect for Adam, we have agreed to give him the opportunity to pursue more playing time elsewhere. Adam is one of the all-time great Vikings, and we wish him and his family continued success,"
"As a Minnesota native, putting on this uniform over the years and representing this community both on and off the field has always meant that much more to me. This team is in my bones. It's in my heart and it's part of my DNA. I will ALWAYS be a Minnesota Viking,"
Adam Thielen, 35, requested his release and the Minnesota Vikings waived him to allow pursuit of more playing time in what he has indicated will be his final NFL season. His representatives approached the team last week and discussions over the weekend led to the decision to grant the release. Thielen rejoined Minnesota this season after time with the Carolina Panthers following a March 2023 release by the Vikings. He has eight receptions for 69 yards in 11 games this season and posted a 1,000-yard season in 2023. He ranks third in Vikings touchdown catches, fourth in receptions and fifth in receiving yards.
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