Jared Allen Thanks Viking Fans

Dec 22, 2013; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jared Allen (69) stands between plays in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. Cincinnati Bengals beat the Minnesota Vikings by the score of 42-14. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowksi-USA TODAY Sports

On Wednesday, Jared Allen signed a four year deal with the Chicago Bears worth significantly less than the $10 million-per-year he was believed to be seeking in free agency.

Shortly after news of the signing became public, Jared released a statement thanking the Vikings organization and fans (per Viking Update):

"I’d like to take a moment to thank my former teammates, coaches and the staff at the Minnesota Vikings for all of their inspiring work and dedication. Perhaps more importantly I would like to thank the fans and the Minnesota community. I can only hope that I have left with you all, with even a fraction of the positive support and impact you have had on my life, my foundation and my family. I am very excited about this next chapter in my career with the Chicago Bears and can’t wait to see what the future holds for us. God bless."

On behalf of fans, let me say good luck to Jared…except when the Bears are playing the Vikings.

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