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Adam Thielen made his mark among Vikings receivers

Adam Thielen went from being undrafted to ranking in the top five in Vikings franchise history in touchdowns and receiving yardage.

By Star Tribune staff

September 28, 2023 at 2:58AM
Adam Thielen (19) of the Minnesota Vikings catches touchdown in the first quarter Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ • carlos.gonzalez@startribune.com.
Adam Thielen caught one of his last touchdown passes for the Vikings against the Bears in January. He was released in March and signed by Sunday’s opponent, the Panthers. (Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Adam Thielen's journey took him from Detroit Lakes to Minnesota State Mankato before he joined the Vikings as an undrafted wide receiver. In nine seasons, he moved into the top five in franchise history for touchdowns and receiving yardage. Here's where he ranks:

Touchdowns

Cris Carter (1990-2001), 110

Randy Moss (1998-2010), 92

Adam Thielen (2014-2022), 55

Anthony Carter (1985-93), 52

Sammy White (1976-85), 50

Receiving yards

C. Carter, 12,383

Moss, 9,316

A. Carter, 7,636

Thielen, 6,682

Jake Reed (1991-2001), 6,433

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