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College: Minnesota State | 10 years
Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Birth Date: 1990-08-22
2024 Bye Week: 11
Total Pts: 231
Avg Pts: 13.59
Rank: 18 WR
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Thielen enjoyed a big first season with the Panthers, topping 100 receptions. He had 103 receptions for 1,014 yards and four touchdowns. Thielen was just 18th overall in fantasy receiver scoring, seeing low fantasy numbers because of a lack of scores and big yardage totals. He had three 100-yard games but none after Week 6. Thielen had one of the worst ADOT numbers in football, having just a 7.5 average depth of target. He did not make many plays down the field. Thielen should remain a part of the Panthers passing game but could have a bit of a lesser role. He is going to be 34 years old before the start of the season. Another season with 100-plus receptions would be a surprise. Thielen is a playmaker, though. He runs top routes and can be a big-play threat despite lacking some top-end speed for the position. He has plus hands and a knack for making clutch plays. Fantasy Outlook: Thielen is not going to get 100-plus catches again this year. Even with that said, he could help fantasy teams in a spot start basis. He could get around 80 receptions for 800 yards and four touchdowns.
Longtime fantasy standout Thielen had a career resurgence in 2023. After a storied career with the Minnesota Vikings, Thielen took his talents to Carolina and re-established himself as a fantasy force. He hauled in 103 passes for 1,014 yards and proved he was still a premier possession receiver, despite losing a step (9.8 YPC). The main reason for Thielen's success was quarterback Bryce Young did not have many other options to throw to. Thielen had 52 more targets than the next closest receiver on the team since Panthers pass catchers suffered with injuries and inconsistency. That will not be the case in 2024. Carolina made it a point to upgrade its receiving corps and tight end troops. Former Pittsburgh Steeler Diontae Johnson was brought in and rookie Xavier Legette was drafted in the first round, so Thielen's target total will certainly drop. Texas tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders was also drafted and could cut into Thielen's touches as well. With Thielen turning 34 before the season starts and now having stiff competition for Young's attention, his fantasy numbers will take a significant hit. Johnson will become Carolina's WR1 and Thielen will slide into the WR2 role. He will probably fail to reach the 1,000-yard mark in 2024 and might not be a top-40 fantasy WR in the end.
Longtime fantasy standout Thielen had a career resurgence in 2023. After a storied career with the Minnesota Vikings, Thielen took his talents to Carolina and re-established himself as a fantasy force. He hauled in 103 passes for 1,014 yards and proved he was still a premier possession receiver, despite losing a step (9.8 YPC). The main reason for Thielen's success was quarterback Bryce Young did not have many other options to throw to. Thielen had 52 more targets than the next closest receiver on the team since Panthers pass catchers suffered with injuries and inconsistency. That will not be the case in 2024. Carolina made it a point to upgrade its receiving corps and tight end troops. Former Pittsburgh Steeler Diontae Johnson was brought in and rookie Xavier Legette was drafted in the first round, so Thielen's target total will certainly drop. Texas tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders was also drafted and could cut into Thielen's touches as well. With Thielen turning 34 before the season starts and now having stiff competition for Young's attention, his fantasy numbers will take a significant hit. Johnson will become Carolina's WR1 and Thielen will slide into the WR2 role. He will probably fail to reach the 1,000-yard mark in 2024 and might not be a top-40 fantasy WR in the end.
Fantasy Week | Pts | Scoring |
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Week 1 | 3.20 | Adam Thielen 12 receiving yds (1.20 pts) Adam Thielen 2 receptions (2.00 pts) |
Week 2 | 20.40 | Adam Thielen 54 receiving yds (5.40 pts) Adam Thielen 7 receptions (7.00 pts) Adam Thielen 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Adam Thielen 3 yd TD pass from Bryce Young Adam Thielen 1 receiving 2XP (2.00 pts) |
Week 3 | 31.50 | Adam Thielen 145 receiving yds (14.50 pts) Adam Thielen 11 receptions (11.00 pts) Adam Thielen 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Adam Thielen 15 yd TD pass from Andy Dalton |
Week 4 | 15.20 | Adam Thielen 6 rushing yds (0.60 pts) Adam Thielen 76 receiving yds (7.60 pts) Adam Thielen 7 receptions (7.00 pts) |
Week 5 | 27.70 | Adam Thielen 107 receiving yds (10.70 pts) Adam Thielen 11 receptions (11.00 pts) Adam Thielen 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Adam Thielen 1 yd TD pass from Bryce Young |
Week 6 | 28.50 | Adam Thielen 115 receiving yds (11.50 pts) Adam Thielen 11 receptions (11.00 pts) Adam Thielen 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Adam Thielen 8 yd TD pass from Bryce Young |
Week 7 | 0.00 | |
Week 8 | 15.20 | Adam Thielen 72 receiving yds (7.20 pts) Adam Thielen 8 receptions (8.00 pts) |
Week 9 | 7.90 | Adam Thielen 29 receiving yds (2.90 pts) Adam Thielen 5 receptions (5.00 pts) |
Week 10 | 10.20 | Adam Thielen 42 receiving yds (4.20 pts) Adam Thielen 6 receptions (6.00 pts) |
Week 11 | 15.40 | Adam Thielen 74 receiving yds (7.40 pts) Adam Thielen 8 receptions (8.00 pts) |
Week 12 | 1.20 | Adam Thielen 2 receiving yds (0.20 pts) Adam Thielen 1 reception (1.00 pts) |
Week 13 | 5.50 | Adam Thielen 25 receiving yds (2.50 pts) Adam Thielen 3 receptions (3.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 1 | 12.40 | Adam Thielen 74 receiving yds (7.40 pts) Adam Thielen 5 receptions (5.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 2 | 8.30 | Adam Thielen 43 receiving yds (4.30 pts) Adam Thielen 4 receptions (4.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 3 | 15.40 | Adam Thielen 94 receiving yds (9.40 pts) Adam Thielen 6 receptions (6.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 4 | 9.80 | Adam Thielen 38 receiving yds (3.80 pts) Adam Thielen 6 receptions (6.00 pts) |
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen won't suit up for Saturday's preseason contest against the New York Jets. The Panthers plan to sit a majority of their starters during their second preseason contest. The 10-year wideout doesn't necessarily need preseason reps to get ready before Week 1. That being said, fantasy managers shouldn't be alarmed if Thielen sits out the entire preseason. He's coming off an excellent first year in Carolina where he recorded over 100 receptions and 1,000-plus yards in 17 games. The expectation is that Thielen will once again be a focal point in the Panthers offense this upcoming season. In his absence, Jonathan Mingo and Terrace Marshall figure to see a majority of the starting reps on Saturday.
From RotoBaller
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen feels he has more to prove to himself despite being in the NFL for over a decade. "I talk to the young guys about this all the time, is no matter who you are, no matter how old you are, no matter how many years you've been in the league, you have something to prove," Thielen said in an interview. "You have to have that mindset every single day." The 33-year-old is coming off a productive season, amassing his first 1,000-yard receiving campaign since 2018 while finding the end zone four times. Although the Panthers have a lot of question marks regarding the offense, it appears Thielen is not ready to stop being a reliable fantasy asset anytime soon.
From RotoBaller
Carolina Panthers WR Adam Thielen is expected to play in the slot this season with WR Diontae Johnson and WR Xavier Legette starting on the outside, according to Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer.
Fantasy Spin: Thielen was a security blanket for Bryce Young last year, topping 1,000 yards and logging 103 receptions. Even if Young pushes the ball down the field more in his second season, Thielen should still have a solid role. Consider him a potential flex option in PPR formats.
From TheHuddle
The Charlotte Observer's Mike Kaye projects Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen to remain as the team's slot receiver in 2024 despite the addition of Diontae Johnson and rookie Xavier Legette. The 33-year-old Thielen managed to stay fantasy relevant in his first year in Carolina in 2023 despite rookie quarterback Bryce Young and the offense being one of the worst in the league. Thielen caught 103 of his 137 targets for 1,014 yards and four touchdowns in 17 starts. He should continue to be a safety blanket for Young this year, but the additions of both Johnson and Legette will inevitably take valuable targets away. Fantasy managers certainly shouldn't expect another 1,000-yard campaign for Thielen in 2024. You should be targeting Thielen as merely a late-round flier for receiver depth in deeper fantasy leagues.
From RotoBaller
Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young is getting more comfortable entering his second NFL season, according to WR Adam Thielen. ''You can tell, Bryce's demeanor in the building -- he's just more comfortable, right? And you don't realize it when you start getting to be a veteran guy, just because you forget about those times,' said Thielen.
Fantasy Spin: Young is coming off a pretty rough rookie season, but the Panthers have done a solid job adding protection and weapons around him. Even so, he's a QB2 option until he proves he has more upside.
From TheHuddle
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen quietly had a productive season in 2023, especially considering he was catching passes from a rookie quarterback in one of the worst offenses in the NFL. Thielen, who turns 34 before Week 1, racked up 103 receptions for 1,014 yards and four touchdowns in his first season with the organization. He accounted for 31% of the team's overall receiving yards. Although the team invested in wideout Diontae Johnson and Xavier Legette, Joe Person of the Athletic believes the veteran will remain a key contributor. "Thielen might not be counted on as much during his age-34 season, but he'll be a big part of the offense," Person wrote. Thielen is a three-time 1,000-yard receiver and has the most chemistry with Young, so he might be underrated based on his current price in drafts. On most platforms, he's being selected outside the top 70 wideouts.
From RotoBaller
NFL Week | Opp | Pts | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Rec Tgt | 100 Yds | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Fum Lost |
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2023 Season | 231.00 | 103 | 1014 | 4 | |||||||
Week 1 | @ATL | 3.20 | 2 | 12 | 0 | ||||||
Week 2 | NO | 20.40 | 7 | 54 | 1 | ||||||
Week 3 | @SEA | 31.50 | 11 | 145 | 1 | ||||||
Week 4 | MIN | 15.20 | 7 | 76 | 0 | ||||||
Week 5 | @DET | 27.70 | 11 | 107 | 1 | ||||||
Week 6 | @MIA | 28.50 | 11 | 115 | 1 | ||||||
Week 7 | bye | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 8 | HOU | 15.20 | 8 | 72 | 0 | ||||||
Week 9 | IND | 7.90 | 5 | 29 | 0 | ||||||
Week 10 | @CHI | 10.20 | 6 | 42 | 0 | ||||||
Week 11 | DAL | 15.40 | 8 | 74 | 0 | ||||||
Week 12 | @TEN | 1.20 | 1 | 2 | 0 | ||||||
Week 13 | @TB | 5.50 | 3 | 25 | 0 | ||||||
Week 14 | @NO | 12.40 | 5 | 74 | 0 | ||||||
Week 15 | ATL | 8.30 | 4 | 43 | 0 | ||||||
Week 16 | GB | 15.40 | 6 | 94 | 0 | ||||||
Week 17 | @JAX | 9.80 | 6 | 38 | 0 | ||||||
Week 18 | TB | 3.20 | 2 | 12 | 0 |