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The Philadelphia Eagles are a team that doesn't have many holes at all. This was shown throughout the 2024 season on the way to the Super Bowl. Although the Eagles have lost some guys this offseason, the front office has done a good job adding inexpensive players with plenty of upside in free agency.

Adam Thielen News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Panthers Adam Thielen on trading block before NFL Draft?

What happens when a contending team calls about your most reliable veteran, and the rebuild isn’t moving fast enough? The Carolina Panthers may soon have to answer that question — and fast.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 20

Panthers linked to potential Pro Bowl WR trade with Eagles

The Carolina Panthers need to add weapons rather than subtract them, but that won't stop trade speculation from circling around wide receiver Adam Thielen.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 6

Panthers named among top fits for former Comeback Player of the Year

The Carolina Panthers have been very busy in free agency this offseason but have been quiet at wide receiver. The team's top three from last season — Adam Thielen, Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker — remain intact but Thielen is on the downside of his career and Coker and Legette still have something to prove.

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With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

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NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 4

Steelers playmaker should be on Panthers' radar as Day 2 trade target

The Carolina Panthers have made some big moves to improve their roster this offseason, but the lack of an addition at wide receiver remains troubling. The Panthers are currently projected to have a top three of Adam Thielen, Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette, but Thielen is on the back nine of his career and Coker and Legette are unproven.

Panthers to host top WR prospect

The Panthers have been linked to several defensive prospects regarding their top pick in next month’s draft. The team will look into at least one first-round receiver prospect as well, however.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 27

Panthers named prime destination for 25-touchdown star wide receiver

The Carolina Panthers need a wide receiver at some point soon. They may or may not be committed to the admittedly lackluster wide receiver room they have for this season, but David Moore and Adam Thielen aren't exactly long-term fixtures at the position.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Carolina Panthers reward Adam Thielen’s consistency and value

The Carolina Panthers just made a smart move, rewarding veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen with a reworked contract ahead of his 12th NFL season. At 34, Thielen’s continued resilience and leadership on the field have earned him more than just a paycheck—they’ve earned him respect.

Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13

Two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver makes decision on his NFL future

At 34 years old, a longtime NFL receiver has got one more in him. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported on Wednesday that veteran wideout Adam Thielen has decided to return for another NFL season.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 12

Adam Thielen Set To Return To Carolina After Re-Working Contract

The Panthers and WR Adam Thielen have agreed to a revised contract that would keep him in Carolina for the 2025 season, according to Jeremy Fowler. Thielen, 34, wound up signing on with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent out of Minnesota State-Mankato back in 2013.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 5

Panthers’ Xavier Legette forces Adam Thielen to take on hilarious extra duties

Xavier Legette turned heads with his play during his tenure with the South Carolina Gamecocks. He then became a celebrity when he took the podium to speak to reporters.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 20

NFC Notes: Cut & Restructure Candidates, Derek Carr, Adam Thielen, Falcons, Panthers, Saints

Regarding ways to minimize Kirk Cousins‘ $40 million cap hit in 2025, ESPN’s Dan Graziano writes the Falcons’ ideal approach is to trade him before March

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / February 19

Carolina Panthers get brutal news on trade value of star WR

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen has elected to return for his 12th NFL season, and it will be his third season with the Panthers. However, just because Thielen is returning does not necessarily mean that Carolina will keep him.

Carolina Panthers News / Last Word On Sports / February 19

ESPN: Panthers Wide Receiver On the Trade Block

Wide receiver Adam Thielen has been one of the few bright spots on the Carolina Panthers over the past few seasons, but one prominent reporter believes the team could trade him before the start of the regular season.

Carolina Panthers News / 5 GOATs / February 10

Adam Thielen reveals he’ll return to Carolina Panthers for 2025 season

Adam Thielen is giving it at least one more go-round in the NFL with the Carolina Panthers, as he revealed via the team’s YouTube channel that he’ll be returning to the franchise in 2025.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 8

Panthers don’t plan on cutting Adam Thielen despite desire to be on winning team

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that the Carolina Panthers plan to keep veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen despite speculation about his future. The team intends to bring him back for the 2025 season and could work toward renegotiating his contract into a new one-year deal.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 7

Panthers WR Adam Thielen Confirms He’s Returning For 2025 Season

Panthers WR Adam Thielen wrapped up his 11th season in the NFL this past year at the age of 35 and still averaged over 60 yards per game. While Carolina

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / February 2

Former Vikings receiver Adam Thielen has 'some more football in me'

Former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen isn't ready to hang up the cleats. Thielen, who played for the Vikings from 2014-22, told the Daily Mail he has "more football in me." Entering the third year of a three-year, $25 million contract with the Carolina Panthers, Thielen didn't rule out retirement after the 2024 season.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 31

Adam Thielen drops stern 7-word message amid retirement talks

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen has shut down speculation about retirement, making it clear that he intends to return for another NFL season.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 30

Why Panthers need Adam Thielen back for 2025 NFL season

After nine seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, which included a pair of Pro Bowl campaigns, former undrafted free agent wide receiver Adam Thielen wound up a cap casualty in 2023.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / November 19

Carolina’s Adam Thielen Looking to Rejoin Improved Offense

Carolina Panthers fans are no strangers to the grit and determination of wide receiver Adam Thielen, but his recent comments following his battle with injury have struck a deeper chord.

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / November 12

Panthers activate WR Adam Thielen from IR

The Carolina Panthers activated veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen from injured reserve on Tuesday. Thielen was activated on the final day of his 21-day practice window, which was opened on Oct.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / November 12

Panthers WR who hasn't played since Week 3 activated from IR

Adam Thielen‘s 21-day activation window was set to close Wednesday. As a result, Carolina will indeed move the veteran wide receiver back onto its 53-man roster.

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Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 12

Panthers Activate WR Adam Thielen Among Other Moves

The Carolina Panthers announced they have activated WR Adam Thielen from injured reserve. He was nearly at the end of his return window and would have

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 24

Will the Vikings rescue Adam Thielen from Carolina? Insider thinks they should...

Adam Thielen, our beloved Minnesota brethren, may need to be rescued from Charlotte. The Detroit Lakes native who starred at Division II Minnesota State-Mankato

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Sports Fan / October 23

The Adam Thielen to Minnesota Vikings Trade Rumors are Here

Well, the Minnesota Vikings are no longer undefeated, after taking an L at home vs the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Now, they’re a 5-1 team looking to rebound.

Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 24

Panthers place veteran WR on injured reserve

The Panthers won their first game of the 2024 season, but lost a key wideout in the process.

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Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 24

Panthers to place two-time Pro Bowl WR on IR

Just as the Panthers’ passing attack awakened, it will be without its most experienced option.

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Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23

Panthers WR Adam Thielen Expected To MIss Time With Hamstring Injury

Panthers WR Adam Thielen suffered a hamstring injury and is expected to miss time, according to Jordan Schultz. Thielen doesn’t have a timetable to return yet, but the expectation is he’ll at least miss a week or two.