How Adam Thielen Forged a Superstar NFL Career from NOTHING
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- čas přidán 7. 03. 2019
- Adam Thielen's journey to the NFL is nothing short of incredible. Growing up in a small Minnesota town and attending a Division 2 college, the odds of being able to achieve his dream of playing in the NFL were as close to impossible as anything else. But with an immense amount of work and determination, he was able to create a miracle in his home state. Watch this video to follow his amazing story from Detroit Lakes, to Minnesota State Mankato, all the way to breaking NFL records in 2018 with the Minnesota Vikings.
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"Other career opportunities" *shows Fitzpatrick racing a child solving a Rubix cube*
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Much respect to Adam Thielen from Raider Nation. What a dream to actually play for your favorite team. But this kid didn’t just dream it. He worked. And worked. And worked.
He also played in Minnesota in college and was undrafted.
The thing he learned to do that was so important to being good is not looking at the ball til the last second so the corner dosent know if it’s coming same as Moss
Msu Mankato is like 20 minutes south of where I live
Love hearing about D-2 and D-3 guys making it to the league. Anything is possible!
@zee didn’t ask
Randy Moss
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HOOKED ON A THIELEN
I'M HIGH ON BELIEVIN
Nice. 69 likes
Ah ah ah ah ah i got a thielen
Used to be I'm high on Case Keenum
Nice 420 likes
Loves it!
dude could write a book, he basically did the impossible. got into the NFL with no scouts just dedication.
Thielen did this great two seasons with two different and average qbs, that it’s just more impressive
Diego Gutierrez *3
Trenisa Walker yeah but Bradford only played 2 games that season before get injured, so I didn’t count him 😅
Diego Gutierrez Sam Bradford was the starting qb in 2016 when Adam got 900 yards.
Trenisa Walker you’re right, 2 average qbs and 1 decent to good but with injury problems
I remember him randomly ripping it up a few times before he became a star him breaking out was 0 surprise to any Viking fans
I'm not going to lie, this made me cry. Me, being a die hard Vikings fan, I can't believe how good they have been in 2019.
It’s me from the future and appreciate what you have -Vikings Fan
this didn’t age well
This shows that the NFL needs a deeper developmental system outside college draft picks
Lashes4ashes it was the aaf but that got ruined
@@samjupeiters Now I'm not betting on it but I'm hoping for the 2020 XFL to fill that role.
Quiet Corner hmmm
@@andresdelagarza8600 Hey to be fair they were actually doing alright and might've legit filled that role, but RIP XFL lol
Sriram L they coming back they have the funding
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exactly
00:15 ah that JuJu hit brings joy to my soul.
james webb i would love to see Bill Romanowaki get knocked out like that
marcus vela. Bro Lyle alzedo is
It’s always the best seeing dirty players get cleaned
I’m over here thinking that these NFL stars were just there this whole time. STE gives amazing backstories in such an attention-grabbing and climatic way. Love to see content from you, man.👍
Minnesotans love Thielen. It’s always nice to see a local live it big
I watched thielen in highschool
as a Patriots fan i obviouly am a fan of every member of that team. but adam may be my new non pats fav player. because this man is of modest means to superstardom with primarily hard work. damn.
A T O M E N T same pats fan but I'm such a huge fan of thielen
Not a pats fan but Ive got the same feeling for Edelman
Of course you are, he's a dopeass white receiver lmao 😂
@@alext.9033 i mean. white receiver is less relevant than his underdog story. i have only the youtube algorithm to attribute for introducing me to it.
Love this dude. Proud to be a Vikings fan.
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I’m an Eagles fan but
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I think I interviewed with that guy that they showed at Patterson Dental back in the day. So funny! Small world.
Thank you every NFL team for passing on Thielen and allowing him to become a local Minnesota legend.
He literally lived the dream he’s such a beast
What a flex “Unfortunately I will not be able to except your offer as I am in the NFL now”
Not even a Vikes fan, but after learning about his past, I’m a fan of him. What a story. I hope he brings nothing but success to the Vikings. Go Pats.
hahahaha. yeah you already know what he thinks of belicheck and the pats
This just gave me hope that i can still get there.....If i have to take the other route like he did? Then so be it! Never giving up on my dreams🙅🏾♂️💯
Work on it every single day man. Hope you can get there.
Don’t you just love these simple sports Cinderella stories? Hell, I frickin love em
I'm a lions fan, so I know how much of a beast this guy is. Hearing his story of how he made it to the NFL is so damn cool! His passion for football and the knowledge to know how to get an opportunity is why he is in the spot he is now. Vikings fans are lucky, wish he was in Honolulu blue and silver.
Even as a Lions fan, I absolutely love Adam Thielen. He is a pain for defenses.
I felt that way about Barry too! He was amazing to watch even when he made my Vikings look like fools. Best RB ever!!
My panthers almost had one of my favorite WR's! Well I continue cheering on for him.
Tyler Gavin ha ha loser
Daniel Olsen the only loser here is you lmao
And that's because?
Logan Paulson lol
As an alum of Minnesota State and a die hard Vikings fan, this video makes me happy :)
I'm a big fan of the hard working no names that rise to the top. Thielen can put his name up there near Edelman and Brady (amongst others) who clawed their way onto a roster, a starting position and eventually to greatness.
Love your videos man can’t stop watching
I remember watching that vikings/panthers game when thielen blocked the punt and took it back for his first TD in the NFL. Its been a hell of a ride to watch him work and I didn't think he would top his 17-18 season last year but boy he sure did.
Love your vids man! Best NFL player focused channel on CZcams, hands down.
Goes to show talent is EVERYWHERE, just have to open your eyes and find it... Another great vid. KEEP IT UP!!!
One of the best sports channels on youtube! glad this account is growing and keep up the good work
Nice on mark posting, glad others see this as well. Unique all around player never bigger than the game. Great story of a great person!
Holy Shit, that was awesome, subscribed. I went to Mankato (same college as Theilen) and we lost in the championship game my freshmen (his senior) year, but I didn't even know his name at the time. I thought I knew everything there was to know about Theilen by this point but you gave me more and in an awesome way to. Keep it up!
A hometown boy done good. All of us here in Northern Minnesota couldn't be prouder of #19
Dang dude I didn’t realize how much this dude how to go through. The dude’s a stud
Glad I found this channel today, it's fantastic. Keep up the good work
Excellent video brother! Keep em comin!
Been waiting on more Thielen videos, I knew you wouldnt let me down. Dude is one of my favorite players.
Your videos are awesome my dude. Like I’m fr hooked on these!!!
Thielen is a freaking gem. We love our hometown hero
This channel kills every video... earned my sub for sure
damn, this is the type of video/report quality I would expect from a much bigger channel.
Good job!
1 minute in I can already tell how much work was put into it. Well put together
People are sleeping on this channel. Fantastic work man!
Dude these are so well done always enjoy your vids
You should be working for ESPN, FOX, CBS, etc,...your videos and story telling are that good!
You and KTO are my fav football youtubers. Keep up the great job my friend
Great video, happy i stumbled across it! I respect tf outta this man
As a lifelong Viking fan, my dream scenario would be Thielen making a walk-off Super Bowl winning catch. He and we deserve it.
Man your vids are great, I watched them all in one day.
Also I love how an account with 18k subs makes better quality vids than nflfilms. Keep it up dude these are fantastic👌🏼
You deserve more subs😤
Great video man! Im quickly becoming a big fan of ur content, very articulate narration and great stories. Thanks for keeping my drunk ass entertained lol
this is great man! brilliant idea for a channel!
Your a good CZcamsr keep it up bro!
Holy Shnikes! 18k!?!? Congratulations man! BDTV taught you well!
Now Adam’s essentially our number one WR. Here’s to hoping he keeps on growing.
Love your videos!
This is why the Vikings are my favorite team in the nfl
You are the best for making this video dude. Good ass content!
SKOL VIKINGS! I think I'm going to subscribe! Keep the videos going!
Videos like these inspire me
how does set the edge not have a million subscribers love the vids :D
Finally an Adam Thielen video thanks!!
Must see content keep it up!
Another really entertaining video!
Who thumbs down this video. I'm angry at them. This guy is great. Never heard of him but great story. Could have been an entry level employee making 17 bucks and hour. Lucky guy. And hard working.
Awesome video man!!
Your videos are just so good keep it up
This is an awesome story! Respect
love your vids better than any other youtube sports commentator
Great Videos! I love hearing the story behind the face mask!
I’m an eagles fan but you gotta love this guys story
The video I didn’t know I needed
Keep it up man
I love this video. Really shows how Thielen is a really talented player.
Great video bro!
Great video keep it up you got this
Keep grinding
I am not a Vikings fan but I have a ton of respect for anyone who not only set goals for themselves but have the courage and persistence to consistently work at it until they achieve them. Awesome job Adam Thielen!!!
This guy is incredible! What a story
As a Packers Fan and with the Vikings being one of our rivals I’m a big fan of Adam Thielen I hope I spelled his last name right
Deldrine Mattox you did😂😂
Your Videos are amazing !
Love the vids keep it up
Outstanding story.
Adam Thielen will be the most beloved wide receiver of the Vikings for a long time. Any Minnesota Native that works their ass off and gets onto an NFL team bearing the name and identity of that state is worthy of praise (just for making it).
However, Thielen goes far beyond that. He just didn't work hard and make the team as a starter, he's an all pro with tons of yards and 100+ catches in multiple seasons.
For Receivers -- Stephan Diggs is an example of natural ability, Thielen is an example of intelligence and hard work, and guys like Larry Fitzgerald and Julio Jones are what happen when you have all 3 of these.
Minnesota is blessed with 2 receivers that have in their aggregate what Larry Legend and Jerry Rice had individually.
Channel so nice I've subbed to it twice
Great Video!!!
Your videos are amazing. Your channel is definitely gonna blow up soon
Rahul Srigiriraju dude just no...
Yes this video is amazing
Rahul Srigiriraju but it won't blow up
Not a Vikings fan but you can't help but like this guy. His dedication and motivation is something to strive for in real life. It's great seeing someone like him make it big. He earned every bit of his fame
He's the prime example of the "American Dream": growing up to become a superstar professional athlete for the childhood team he worshiped.
Just found the channel enjoy the vid and your content keep it up
Great vid man
I love this channel set the edge should do a vid on Leighton Vander-esch
Short on natural ability but big on heart, he brings a passion and enthusiasm for the game that makes me almost like the Vikings again.
Great vid can’t believe Thielen has been in the league since 2013 and I’m a bears fan
Another nice video!
Dude you’re amazing
Big fan of Thielen. Even bigger fan of Set the Edge.
Man he would’ve been great for the panthers, a fan can only dream lol
Personally I don’t think he’d fit in there offense
Jmojer I think he would’ve been great, cam likes to throw the double move which is Adams best route, and the slant which cam likes to throw maybe not as our no.1 but as a two or three I think he can excel in a lot of systems, his route running is nasty
He WOULD NOT FIT in panthers offense
Imagine if Russel Wilson went to the Vikings, instant championship.
@@johnnyliu7105 Dude that is my ultimate dream. If we got Russ I would nut my pants