Adam Thielen Fantasy Football Week 12 Scouting Report

Adam Thielen
WR
, Carolina Panthers

Age: 34
Weight: 195 lbs
Height: 6' 2"
College: Minnesota State-Mankato

ADP: 145
Depth Chart Ranking: 1

Pts	RecYds	RecTD	Rec	RuYds
16.9	109	1	8	0

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by Jordan Heck

· Sep 15, 2017 · 12:57 AM EDT

MIN WR Adam Thielen - Week 2 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 2 at Pittsburgh Steelers

Even though Diggs stole the show with two scores in Week 1, Adam Thielen delivered his own breakout performance. He led the team in targets (10), receptions (9), and yards (157). He proved last year's big games weren't just a fluke, and he has a chance to continue to have these big games.

He gets a decent matchup this week against the Steelers, and if he continues to get targets he'll be a solid fantasy start. He should be viewed as a strong WR2 play.

by Jordan Heck

· Sep 08, 2017 · 11:24 AM EDT

MIN WR Adam Thielen - Week 1 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 1 vs. New Orleans Saints
Adam Thielen had a breakout season in 2016, seemingly coming out of nowhere to lead the Vikings in receiving yards (967). He also had the most touchdowns (5) of any receiver in Minnesota.

He'll look to continue that success in Week 1 of 2017 with a favorable matchup against the Saints. Thielen has the ability to have big games, as he had three 100-yard performances last year, including a 202-yard effort.

There's some risk in playing Thielen, but if you're using him as a WR3 then you should feel comfortable playing him in Week 1.

by Jordan Heck

· Aug 15, 2017 · 5:47 PM EDT

MIN WR Adam Thielen - 2017 Fantasy Football Outlook

Fantasy Upside

Adam Thielen arrived out of nowhere last year in his third season in the NFL. He finished with a team-leading 967 receiving yards on 69 receptions. He was the team’s big-play receiver as he had 16 plays of 20 yards or more on the season. He managed to finish the season with big numbers, despite only averaging 5.8 targets per game. Heading into 2017, Thielen enters as the No. 2 option behind Stefon Diggs.

Fantasy Downside

A lot of Thielen’s numbers are inflated due to an insane 12-catch, 202-yard, 2-touchdown game against the Packers late in the season. We’re likely not going to see that type of game from him again, and if you take that performance away, Thielen’s overall numbers don’t look quite as strong. Also, Thielen may be the No. 2 receiver, but he’s behind Kyle Rudolph and potentially even Dalvin Cook in terms of looks from the quarterback.

2017 Bottom Line

Thielen has some upside and is worth a late-round pick in fantasy drafts, but don’t expect another season like last year. This is a run-first team, and Thielen is at least the No. 3 option in the passing game. There’s always a chance he recaptures last season’s magic, and if so, then he’s worth a roster spot, but it’s better to realize it’s unlikely to happen.

by Jordan Heck

· Dec 30, 2016 · 4:07 PM EST

MIN WR Adam Thielen - Week 17, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 17 vs. Chicago
Adam Thielen broke out last week against the Packers with 202 yards on 12 receptions with Stefon Diggs out. Diggs will likely miss another week, which means Thielen becomes the top receiving threat for Minnesota.

He won't get a dream matchup against the Bears, but Chicago has been involved in big offensive battles in recent weeks, so there's a chance Thielen finds success. We like the breakout player as a low-end WR1 play against Chicago.

by Jordan Heck

· Dec 16, 2016 · 10:59 AM EST

MIN WR Adam Thielen - Week 15, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 15 vs. Indianapolis
Adam Thielen is starting to make a name for himself, as he led the team in receiving yards (101) last week. He's not too far behind Stefon Diggs in receiving yards on the season, and he even has more touchdowns than his more well-known counterpart.

Thielen will look to continue his success this week against the Colts. Indy has been a bit stingier towards wideouts in recent weeks, but we still like Thielen as a WR3 play.

by Jordan Heck

· Dec 09, 2016 · 11:52 AM EST

MIN WR Adam Thielen - Week 14, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 vs. Jacksonville
Adam Thielen has remained a steady contributor over recent weeks, even with Stefon Diggs in-and-out of the lineup. He hasn't been a star, and there's a level of discomfort that comes with playing him.

Thielen won't be a terrible option, but he does get a tough matchup this week. It's safe to expect him to produce similar stats as he's had, but considering the matchup, he'll probably put up lower numbers.

He should be viewed as a WR5 at best.

by Jordan Heck

· Nov 30, 2016 · 9:08 AM EST

MIN WR Adam Thielen - Week 13, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 13 vs. Dallas
Adam Thielen saw 11 targets and caught eight passes for 53 yards last week with Stefon Diggs out. Diggs will likely return on Thursday, which means it's unlikely we'll see similar production from Thielen against the Cowboys.

The second-leading receiver on the team will get a favorable matchup against the Cowboy this week, however, so he may have some value. He's a risky play, but he'd be a decent WR4 or WR5 option if you need help.