Heading into the 2025 NFL season, the Minnesota Vikings have reunited with a familiar face. In a trade, they acquired veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen from the Carolina Panthers.

As the Vikings searched for help at the position, Thielen's name quickly came up as a possible option. The rumors continued to grow louder until the trade became a reality.

Bringing Thielen home was something that the fans wanted to see badly. He has been a longtime fan favorite, especially due to the fact that he's a local guy. Thielen was born in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota and also played his college football career with the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

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Now, heading into the 2025 campaign, Thielen is back home.

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