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'I Am Honored Beyond Words': Kyle Rudolph To Remain A Viking

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – Kyle Rudolph is staying with the Vikings.

On Tuesday, the team put an end to trade rumors, announcing that the 29-year-old tight end has agreed to terms on a contract extension.

Earlier Tuesday, ESPN had reported that Rudolph had agreed to a four-year, $36 million contract extension.

Rudolph, who entered the NFL back in 2011, was set to become a free agent next year.

On Instagram, Rudolph wrote: "I am honored beyond words to say that my home, our home, will always be...in Minnesota!"

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