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    Breaking: Minnesota Vikings Pass Catcher Announces Shocking Retirement After 3 Seasons (Fan Reaction)

    Jordan SiglerBy Jordan SiglerJune 1, 2023Updated:September 3, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
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    Oct 2, 2022; London, United Kingdom; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell reacts before an NFL International Series game against the New Orleans Saints at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    A Minnesota Vikings tight end is calling it quits after three seasons in the NFL. In a statement Thursday, the Vikings relayed the message Ben Ellefson wrote on his Instagram account.

    TE Ben Ellefson has announced his retirement.

    📷: Ben Ellefson/IG pic.twitter.com/L2HBhZPkkZ

    — Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) June 1, 2023

    The message, which was written in all capital letters, reads:

    “THANK YOU FOOTBALL, FOR THE PEOPLE YOU’VE BROUGHT INTO MY LIFE AND THE OPPORTUNITIES YOU’VE GIVEN ME TO PURSUE MY DREAMS TO THE FULLEST. I’VE BEEN BLESSED ON MY PATH TO HAVE PEOPLE WHO BELIEVED IN ME, WHICH HAS DROWNED OUT THOSE WHO DOUBTED. SO, THANK YOU BELIEVERS, FOR THE CHANCES YOU’VE TAKEN ON ME, HELPING AND SUPPORTING ME IN MY DRIVE TO GIVE THIS GAME ALL I COULD AND TO REACH MY FULLEST POTENTIAL. THE LIST IS LONG AND I AM
    FORTUNATE.

    EVERYBODY’S STORY IS DIFFERENT, AND I’M PROUD TO SAY I’VE GIVEN THE GAME OF
    FOOTBALL EVERYTHING I HAVE. INJURIES ARE A PART OF THE GAME AND ALTHOUGH THEY ARE A BIG REASON FOR ME MOVING ON, I AM FORTUNATE TO BE IN A SPOT WHERE I CAN STILL WALK AWAY FROM THE GAME AS A PLAYER, READY TO TACKLE
    WHATEVER IS NEXT IN MY LIFE.
    COLOSSIANS 3:23-24”

    Ben Ellefson was working his way up with the Vikings before his injury

    Ellefson was an undrafted free agent who spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2020 before signing with the Vikings in 2021. Ellefson struggled with injuries during his time with the Vikings. He spent time on injured reserve during the 2021 and 2022 seasons. Those injuries appear to have helped lead to the 26-year-old tight end’s retirement.

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    Oct 2, 2022; London, United Kingdom; Minnesota Vikings tight end Ben Ellefson (82) during the NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter van den Berg-USA TODAY Sports

    Ellefson finished his NFL career with four catches for 36 yards. He had his most productive season in 2022 when he started a game for the Vikings, and recorded three catches. A soft tissue injury caused Ellefson to go on injured reserve last season.

    Fans react to the Minnesota Vikings’ surprising news

    Fans wished Ellefson the best after he announced his retirement. Here are the best takes on his retirement announcement.

    I hope he knows that he was good at his job. As the 3rd TE with the Vikings. Sucks that he has to retire. Glad ge was in purple. 💜😎 https://t.co/6CJDGDho9j

    — Joe wiedmeier (@WiedmeierJoe) June 1, 2023

    Damn. Loved Ben, his story and his grit. But there’s much more life beyond football. #skol #OnceABisonAlwaysABison #hornsup 🤘🏼 https://t.co/fgz2xDYMWa

    — Alli Elise (@alli_elise25) June 1, 2023

    This sucks but best of luck for Ben! https://t.co/APbJhbAx35

    — Vikings_Fan18 (Kirk for MVP) (@atlas06060996) June 1, 2023

    https://t.co/S3uq8GnDoX pic.twitter.com/A2E1Sfwjbp

    — Mike Castellino (@MikeCastellino) June 1, 2023

    I can’t have anything nice.

    You’ll likely never see this Ben, but I’ve followed your entire career. We finally had a Bison sporting purple. I wish you nothing but the best. #HornsUp https://t.co/v5LfEkHKck

    — Faithful to the Trey (@FaithfulTrey) June 1, 2023

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    Frequently Asked Question’s

    How much does Ben Ellefson make?

    Ben Ellefson inked a lucrative agreement with the Jacksonville Jaguars, spanning three years and amounting to a total value of $2,290,000. This contract encompasses a $5,000 signing bonus, $15,000 guaranteed money, and an average yearly basic salary of $763,333. For the year 2023, Ellefson was set to receive a base salary of $1,010,000.

    Where is Ben Ellefson from?

    Ben Ellefson is from Hawley, a small town nestled in the state of Minnesota, United States. Born and raised in this tight-knit community, Ellefson developed his passion for football and honed his skills at the right time. 

    Have the Vikings been to a Super Bowl?

    Yes, the Vikings have been to the Super Bowl. They have made it to the Super Bowl four times to this date but they have not won a Super Bowl championship yet. The Minnesota Vikings reached the Super Bowl in the following seasons: Super Bowl IV (1969), Super Bowl VIII (1973), Super Bowl IX (1974), and Super Bowl XI (1976).

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