Three Vikings that will make the loss of Stefon Diggs easier 

For the Vikings, it’s not going to be easy to replace wide receiver Stefon Diggs. Here are three Minnesota players who can help.

Adam Thielen 

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This may seem obvious, but it seems as if a lingering injury in 2019 has pushed Adam Thielen out of the top-ten category he was once in. This shouldn’t be the case, as Thielen played a critical role in the Wild Card win over the New Orleans Saints last season. 

If he can stay healthy, it’s likely Thielen will outproduce his 30 catches for 418 yards and six touchdowns in 10 games last season. In 2018, Thielen hauled in 113 catches for 1,373 yards and nine touchdowns, while tying the record for most consecutive games with 100 yards receiving. 

Thielen has been a go-to target for Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins since he arrived in 2018 and that likely won’t change this season. He is one of the most sure-handed receivers in the league and he has constantly been productive when healthy. He will play a critical role in helping ease the transition for some of the younger players, including rookie wide receiver Justin Jefferson.

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