US EditionWhy Vikings' Adam Thielen reportedly agreed to revised contract, reduced salary after trade from Panthers
Adam Thielen accepted a $6 million pay cut to rejoin the Minnesota Vikings, providing vital veteran depth amid injuries and suspensions in the team's wide receiver lineup.
- The Minnesota Vikings and Adam Thielen have agreed to terms on a revised contract that reduces his salary by $2 million and removes $4 million in incentives, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
- Thielen's contract changes will help the Vikings' salary cap situation, providing them with nearly $16.2 million in cap space.
- Thielen expressed excitement about his return, stating, "Couldn't be more excited, and there's nothing I can say to tell you how excited I am to be back home."
- Thielen, a Minnesota native, is returning to the Vikings after playing for the Carolina Panthers, where he recorded 48 catches for 615 yards and five touchdowns last season.
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Report: WR Adam Thielen gives Vikings a hometown discount
Adam Thielen has agreed to restructure his contract with the Minnesota Vikings, reducing his annual salary by $2 million and wiping $4 million in incentives off the books, NFL Network reported Saturday.
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