ESPN’s latest intel reveals Dillon Thieneman wasn’t the only defensive back the Bears were targeting early in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears were thrilled to land Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman in the first-round of the 2026 NFL Draft and had a backup option they were targeting for the secondary if things didn’t work out.

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