How Dillon Thieneman Quietly Transformed the Bears’ Defense Overnight
When the Chicago Bears stepped up with the 25th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and pulled Oregon’s safety Dillon Thieneman off the board, it sent waves through draft circles. Honestly, most expected him to be snapped up much earlier—he was comfortably hanging around the top 20 on multiple experts’ boards, including mine at No. 19. So yeah, watching him slip to the Bears felt like a bit of a steal, especially given Chicago’s major revamp in the secondary this offseason. With his versatile skill set and proven track record, Thieneman looks ready to make an immediate impact in the Windy City. Since I’ve been breaking down every Bears draft pick since 2019, I’m back at it with a thread highlighting what makes Thieneman tick, complete with some touchdown-worthy clips. If you’re curious about my real-time reactions, well, those are just a click away too. Buckle up, because this pick has all the makings of a game-changer. LEARN MORE



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