Trading wide receiver Adam Thielen to the Minnesota Vikings was a leap of faith by the Carolina Panthers. And general manager Dan Morgan outlined his supreme confidence in those who'll be tasked with bigger responsibilities moving forward.
Once the Vikings contacted Morgan about Thielen's availability, it didn't take a rock scientist to figure out what would come next. The wideout has deep roots with the franchise and is a hometown hero, emerging from undrafted obscurity to become a Pro Bowler. It was no surprise to see him welcome the emotional reunion.
Carolina Panthers place supreme faith in young wide receiver after Adam Thielen trade
Morgan got fair value for a player who could be in his final season before retirement.