Adam Thielen's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Adam Thielen. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Adam Thielen is an American professional football wide receiver currently playing for the Carolina Panthers. Before joining the Panthers, he played ten seasons with the Minnesota Vikings after signing as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He played college football at Minnesota State. Thielen holds NFL records, including a streak of eight consecutive games with over 100 receiving yards and 74 receptions in the first half of a season, highlighting his performance and impact in the league.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2000: Most Since 2000

In 2020, Adam Thielen's 14 receiving touchdowns were the most in franchise history since Randy Moss had 17 in 2000.

2008: State Championship

In 2008, Adam Thielen was a member of a Detroit Lakes golf team that won the 2A state championship.

2010: Offensive Player of the Year

In 2010, Adam Thielen started in all 11 games as a sophomore and was named Minnesota State's Offensive Player of the Year in addition to the All-Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) South Division second-team after he led the team with 41 receptions for 686 yards and six touchdowns.

2011: All-NSIC South Division Selection

In 2011, Adam Thielen started all 12 games and was a second-team All-NSIC South Division selection for the second-straight season as he hauled in 62 passes for 715 yards and five touchdowns on offense and also handled kick return (three kicks for 77 yards and a score) and punt return duties (22 punts for 217 yards).

2014: Earning a Roster Spot

In 2014, after a strong preseason performance, Adam Thielen earned a spot on the Minnesota Vikings' 53-man roster to start the season.

2015: Special Teams Player of the Year

In 2015, Adam Thielen was honored as the Vikings Special Teams Player of the Year.

2016: Leading the Vikings in Receiving Yards

In 2016, Adam Thielen led the Vikings with 967 receiving yards, along with a career-high 69 catches and five touchdowns. He was named NFL.com's "Unsung Hero" for the Minnesota Vikings.

December 19, 2017: First Pro Bowl Selection

On December 19, 2017, Adam Thielen was named to his first Pro Bowl.

2018: Record Breaking Season

In 2018, Adam Thielen broke the record for most consecutive 100-yard games to start a season in NFL history. Overall, he finished the 2018 season with 113 receptions for 1,373 receiving yards and nine receiving touchdowns.