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Longtime Vikings Wide Receiver Announces NFL Retirement

Longtime Vikings Wide Receiver Announces NFL Retirement

Summary

Longtime NFL wide receiver Adam Thielen announced his retirement after a 13-year career. Thielen, who started with the Minnesota Vikings and was a Pro-Bowl player, made his final appearances with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Key Facts

  • Adam Thielen announced his retirement from the NFL on social media.
  • He had a 13-year career in the league.
  • Thielen was a wide receiver and a two-time Pro-Bowl player.
  • He started as an undrafted free agent with the Minnesota Vikings in 2013.
  • Thielen had more than 1,200 receiving yards in the 2017 and 2018 seasons.
  • He recently played for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
  • Thielen had 704 catches, 8,497 yards, and 64 touchdowns in his career.
  • He announced his retirement plans when signing with the Steelers in December.

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