Vikings Re-Sign WR Adam Thielen
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – After having the best season of his NFL career, wide receiver Adam Thielen is reportedly staying with the Minnesota Vikings.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Thielen has signed a three-year deal to stay in Minnesota. He could have become a restricted free agent.
Vikings giving WR Adam Thielen 3-year, $17M deal that could get to $27M with incentives, including $11M g'teed, per source.
Cc: @blakebaratz— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 15, 2017
Thielen had a breakout year as one of the Vikings' top receivers. He finished the season with 69 catches for 867 yards and five touchdowns. He averaged 14 yards per catch.
Thielen is entering his fourth season after playing in college at Minnesota State University, Mankato.