Adam Thielen announces his retirement

Adam Thielen has announced his retirement from professional football. The 35-year-old wide receiver shared the news on social media, reflecting on his 13-year career in the NFL. Thielen, initially signed as an undrafted free agent by the Minnesota Vikings in 2013, spent his first year on the practice squad before moving up to special teams. By 2016, he had secured a starting receiver position, achieving two Pro Bowl selections in 2017 and 2018.

After being released by the Vikings in 2022, Thielen joined the Arizona Cardinals, where he recorded 103 receptions for 1,014 yards and four touchdowns in 2023. He returned briefly to the Vikings in 2025 but was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers, concluding his career with a playoff appearance against the Texans. Thielen retires as a prominent figure in Vikings history, ranking fifth in receiving yards with 6,751, fourth in receptions with 542, and third in touchdowns with