X
Lost password?

Don't have an account?
Gain Access Now

X

Receive free daily analysis

NFL
NBA
NHL
NASCAR
CFB
MLB
MMA
PGA
ESPORTS
BETTING

Already have an account? Log In

X

Forgot Password


POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Weekly Rankings
Compare Any Players
Stats & Leaders
Starts and Sit
Daily Fantasy
Who To Pickup
24x7 News and Alerts

Is Adam Thielen A Starter For The Panthers When He Returns? Week 10 Fantasy Football Update

Adam Thielen - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL DFS Picks

The Carolina Panthers have been missing wide receiver Adam Thielen, who has been out with a hamstring injury since Week 3.

His absence has left a noticeable void in the Panthers receiving corps, particularly given his veteran leadership. As the wideout nears his return, fantasy managers want to know if he will regain his role as a starter.

Thielen last played in Week 3, facing the Las Vegas Raiders, where he scored a touchdown from quarterback Andy Dalton. The Panthers designated him to return from injured reserve on October 23, opening his 21-day practice window and indicating he will suit up soon.

Be sure to check all of our fantasy football rankings for 2024:

 

Will Adam Thielen Start for the Panthers When He Returns?

Thielen is expected to return to a central role for Carolina when he returns. He brought in eight receptions for 109 yards and a score in the three games he played this season.

The 34-year-old has proved to be a dependable target, especially with his ability to make plays in the red zone, which the Panthers need as they continue to develop their passing game.

The trade of Diontae Johnson to the Baltimore Ravens has further added opportunities for Thielen, who brings a veteran presence that rookies like Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker can learn from.

While the Panthers' young receiving corps has shown potential, Thielen's experience and consistent hands will likely make him a fundamental option in the offense.

There were talks of him being traded before the NFL trade deadline, but that did not come to fruition.

 

Adam Thielen Fantasy Football Outlook

Thielen should be viewed as a strong flex option with WR2 upside upon his return. His scoring ability and role in the red zone give him a valuable floor.

If the Minnesota State product is active for Week 10, he should be able to capitalize on the opportunities left behind by the trade.

Fantasy managers should closely monitor Thielen's practice status, as his progress will indicate his readiness to return. Without setbacks, the receiver's experience and established connection with the team could make him a dependable fantasy starter. This is especially true in PPR formats, where his trustworthy hands offer a solid weekly floor.



Download Our Free News & Alerts Mobile App

Like what you see? Download our updated fantasy football app for iPhone and Android with 24x7 player news, injury alerts, rankings, starts/sits & more. All free!

More Fantasy Football Analysis

POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Weekly Rankings
Compare Any Players
Stats & Leaders
Starts and Sit
Daily Fantasy
Who To Pickup
24x7 News and Alerts

REAL-TIME FANTASY NEWS

CeeDee Lamb22 mins ago

Practices Friday, Expected To Play Sunday
Tyjae Spears36 mins ago

Ruled Out For Week 12
Mike Evans41 mins ago

Will Return In Week 12
Jalen Hurts1 hour ago

"Good To Go" For Week 12, Remains A Must-Start QB
Adam Thielen1 hour ago

Tommy Tremble Will Play On Sunday
Jonathon Brooks1 hour ago

Set To Make NFL Debut In Week 12
DeVonta Smith2 hours ago

Not Seen At Friday's Practice
Cam Thomas2 hours ago

Available Against 76ers
Malik Nabers2 hours ago

Not Practicing On Friday
Shohei Ohtani2 hours ago

In Early Stages Of Recovery From Shoulder Surgery
Joel Embiid2 hours ago

Added To Injury Report On Friday
Tabatha Ricci2 hours ago

Looks To Extend Her Win Streak
Yan Xiaonan2 hours ago

Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
Nicolas Claxton2 hours ago

Now Listed As Probable Against 76ers
Dorian Finney-Smith2 hours ago

Upgraded To Probable On Friday
Muslim Salikhov2 hours ago

A Favorite At UFC Macau
Chris Sale2 hours ago

To Have Normal Offseason
Garrett Crochet2 hours ago

Drawing Plenty Of Interest
Song Kenan2 hours ago

Looks To Win Back-To-Back Fights
Zhang Mingyang3 hours ago

Set For His Second UFC Fight
Daniel Jones3 hours ago

Giants Release Daniel Jones
Ozzy Diaz3 hours ago

An Underdog At UFC Macau
San Francisco 49ers5 hours ago

Nick Bosa "Questionable At Best" For Week 12
MacKenzie Weegar5 hours ago

Notches Three Assists Against Rangers
Macklin Celebrini6 hours ago

Tallies Two Assists In Thursday's Loss
Nikita Kucherov6 hours ago

Comes Up With Three Assists Versus Blue Jackets
Sean Monahan6 hours ago

Finishes Thursday's Win With Four Points
Zach Werenski6 hours ago

Enjoys Career Night With Five Points Against Lightning
Jack Hughes6 hours ago

Posts Three Assists Versus Hurricanes
Joonas Korpisalo6 hours ago

Records 21-Save Shutout Versus Utah
Jerry Jeudy9 hours ago

Leads Browns In Receiving In Week 12 Win
Nick Chubb9 hours ago

Scores Two TDs In Thursday Night Win Over Pittsburgh
Cleveland Browns13 hours ago

Kevin Stefanski, Andrew Berry Likely Returning To Browns In 2025
Deshaun Watson14 hours ago

Likely To Remain With Browns, Could Face Competition
Cedric Tillman14 hours ago

Enters Concussion Protocol
Cedric Tillman15 hours ago

Suffers Head Injury On Thursday Night
Wendell Carter Jr.16 hours ago

Out Against Lakers
Anthony Davis17 hours ago

Available Versus Magic On Thursday
Rui Hachimura17 hours ago

Unavailable Thursday
Carlos Ulberg17 hours ago

Looking To Cement Himself As A Title Contender At UFC Macau
Volkan Oezdemir18 hours ago

Eyes Another Knockout At UFC Macau
Gabriella Fernandes18 hours ago

A Big Underdog At UFC Macau
MMA18 hours ago

Cong Wang Puts Undefeated Record On The Line At UFC Macau
Deiveson Figueiredo18 hours ago

Looks To Extend Win Streak At UFC Macau
Petr Yan18 hours ago

A Favorite At UFC Macau
Yves Missi18 hours ago

Listed As Questionable For Friday
CJ McCollum18 hours ago

Not Likely To Play Friday
Alexander Mattison18 hours ago

Zamir White Miss Practice Again
Brandon Ingram19 hours ago

Questionable For Friday
Shohei Ohtani19 hours ago

Named National League MVP In 2024
Aaron Judge19 hours ago

Wins American League MVP Award
Ja'Kobe Walter19 hours ago

Ready To Go Thursday
Donte DiVincenzo19 hours ago

Available Thursday
Mike Conley19 hours ago

Will Not Play Thursday
Jordan Clarkson19 hours ago

Sits Out Thursday's Game
Ausar Thompson19 hours ago

Won't Play On Thursday
Zach Collins20 hours ago

Cleared To Play Thursday
Domantas Sabonis20 hours ago

Gets Through Full Practice
Chris Paul20 hours ago

Good To Go Thursday
Brock Purdy20 hours ago

Limited Again On Thursday
Malik Monk20 hours ago

Making Progress
George Kittle20 hours ago

Limited Again On Thursday
Tre Mann20 hours ago

Good To Go On Thursday
Miles Bridges20 hours ago

Won't Play On Thursday
Alex Ovechkin20 hours ago

To Miss 4-6 Weeks With Fractured Fibula
Zach Hyman20 hours ago

Expected To Miss 4-7 Days
Kent Johnson21 hours ago

Back For Blue Jackets Thursday
Yaroslav Askarov21 hours ago

Makes Sharks Debut Thursday
Jalen Hurts21 hours ago

Practices In Full On Thursday
Mikael Granlund21 hours ago

Good To Go Thursday
Alexandar Georgiev21 hours ago

Returns To Action Versus Capitals
TB21 hours ago

Nicholas Paul Will Miss Thursday's Game
Frederik Andersen21 hours ago

To Miss 8-12 Weeks
Jake Ferguson21 hours ago

Still Not Practicing
Cody Bellinger1 day ago

Cubs Looking To Trade Cody Bellinger?
1 day ago

Blake Snell Has Met With Red Sox, Dodgers
Chandler Stephenson1 day ago

Registers Three Assists Versus Predators
Jason Robertson1 day ago

Totals Three Points In Wednesday's Win
Nils Lundkvist1 day ago

Exits Early With A Lower-Body Injury
Matthew Knies1 day ago

Sustains An Upper-Body Injury
Mikael Granlund1 day ago

Exits Late With Injury Wednesday
Patrik Laine1 day ago

Returns To Practice
Chris Sale2 days ago

Wins National League Cy Young Award
Tarik Skubal2 days ago

Wins 2024 American League Cy Young Award
Austin Eckroat2 days ago

Heads To The RSM Classic After Win
Harris English2 days ago

Finding Form Heading To The RSM Classic
Ben Griffin2 days ago

Continues Playing Well Heading To The RSM Classic
Denny McCarthy2 days ago

Returns to The RSM Classic
Ludvig Aberg2 days ago

Looks To Defend RSM Classic Title
Si Woo Kim2 days ago

An Intriguing Option At RSM Classic
Maverick McNealy2 days ago

In Solid Form Ahead Of RSM Classic
Eric Cole2 days ago

Chasing First Tour Victory At RSM Classic
3 days ago

Guardians' Stephen Vogt Named AL Manager Of The Year
Milwaukee Brewers3 days ago

Pat Murphy Named NL Manager Of The Year
3 days ago

Nick Pivetta Declines Boston's Qualifying Offer
Jose Siri3 days ago

Mets Acquire Jose Siri From The Rays
3 days ago

Phillies To Meet With Juan Soto
3 days ago

Luis Severino Rejects Qualifying Offer From Mets
3 days ago

Willy Adames Declines Brewers Qualifying Offer
3 days ago

Teoscar Hernandez Declines Qualifying Offer From Dodgers
3 days ago

Juan Soto Declines Yankees' Qualifying Offer
Luis Gil4 days ago

Wins AL Rookie Of The Year Award
Paul Skenes4 days ago

Named 2024 NL Rookie Of The Year
Brady Singer4 days ago

Reds, Royals Discussing Jonathan India, Brady Singer
Charles Oliveira4 days ago

Gets Back In The Win Column
Michael Chandler4 days ago

Gets Dominated At UFC 309
Karine Silva4 days ago

Suffers Her First UFC Loss
Viviane Araujo4 days ago

Gets Back In The Win Column
Mauricio Ruffy4 days ago

Extends His Win Streak To Six
James Llontop5 days ago

Loses Clear-Cut Decision In Thrilling Fight At UFC 309
Paul Craig5 days ago

Loses Decision At UFC 309
Bo Nickal5 days ago

Remains Undefeated With Lackluster Performance At UFC 309
Stipe Miocic5 days ago

Retires After UFC 309 Loss

RANKINGS

QB
RB
WR
TE
K
DEF
RANKINGS
C
1B
2B
3B
SS
OF
SP
RP