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Jared Allen Signs One-Day Deal To Retire As A Viking

After he was on the losing side of Super Bowl 50 with the Carolina Panthers, defensive end Jared Allen rode off into the sunset.

Literally.

— Jared Allen (@JaredAllen69) February 18, 2016

However, it looks like he's coming back to Minnesota. . .if only for one day.

The Minnesota Vikings have just announced that #69 has signed a one-day contract with the team, and will officially retire from the National Football League at a news conference tomorrow.

The Vikings acquired Allen from the Kansas City Chiefs prior to the 2008 NFL Draft, giving up a first-round pick and two third-round picks in exchange for his services.