Daily Norseman · Apr 12, 2019
Vikings negotiate contract extension with Adam Thielen
Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty ImagesThe Minnesota Vikings and wide receiver Adam Thielen agreed to a 4-year, $64 million contract extension. There are incentives that could increase his salary to $73 million. The Detroit Lakes, MN., native will be a Viking through the 2024 season.
Ian Rapoport reported Thielen will receive a guaranteed $35 million. Thielen was set to be a free agent in 2020 before his contract extension.
The two-time pro bowler will enter his sixth season in the NFL and with the Vikings. Thielen reeled in 113 receptions for 1,373 yards and nine touchdowns last season. He’s recorded about 4,000 receiving yards in 80 games.
