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Minnesota Vikings tight end Ben Ellefson (82) acknowledges kicker Greg Joseph (1) after Joseph made a field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers,
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TE Ben Ellefson has announced his retirement. We thank Ben for his work on and off the field and wish him all the best! #Skol | Instagram
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