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The Oregon Ducks enter their second season in the Big Ten hungry to taste the same kind of success they experienced a season ago. Amidst a lot of roster turnover, the Ducks added another dangerous weapon in safety Dillon Thieneman.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / July 10

Oregon Ducks' Matayo Uiagalelei, Dillon Thieneman Earning 2026 NFL Draft Hype

As the college football season approaches, it won’t be long until gameplay proves which top upperclass talents are ready to make the jump to the next level.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / July 5

Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman, Makhi Hughes Ranked Among Top-50 Players in College Football

Oregon Ducks football returns to action in less than two months, and with Oregon anticipated to once again be among the top teams in college football, its stars are set to make national headlines.

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College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / July 3

Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman Among Highest-Rated Safeties In EA College Football 26

The Oregon Ducks reeled in one of the best players in the transfer portal when they brought in Purdue safety Dillon Thieneman. One of the best safeties in the country over the past few seasons, Thieneman has been getting some well-deserved recognition from EA College Football 26.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / July 2

Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman Projected NFL Draft First-Round Pick?

When the transfer portal opened up in December, the Oregon Ducks and coach Dan Lanning made safety Dillon Thieneman feel like a priority because of his production and potential.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / June 20

Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman Top Safety Prospect In 2026 NFL Draft?

At the end of last season, the Oregon Ducks knew they had a gaping hole in the defensive secondary with nearly every starter departing the program either because of eligibility exhaustion or the NFL Draft.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / June 17

Oregon Ducks Transfer Safety Dillon Thieneman: 2026 NFL Draft Sleeper?

The Oregon Ducks are coming off a historic season, one which they followed up with a historic NFL Draft season. Part of the reason why Oregon was able to run the table in the Big Ten and win a conference championship in 2024 was due to the record number of Ducks selected in the 2025 NFL Draft.

College Football News / Texas Longhorns on SI / June 7

Texas Longhorns Targeted Oregon Ducks Safety in Transfer Portal

AUSTIN -- The Texas Longhorns were apparently in the final running for one of the transfer portal's top safeties earlier this offseason. During a recent

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / May 16

Portal Fact or Fiction: Joey Aguilar, Dillon Thieneman and Fernando Mendoza

In today’s Fact or Fiction – Portal Edition – I take a look at three transfer related topics and decide whether the statement is indeed FACT or FICTION.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / May 7

Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman Ranked Among Best Defensive Backs in College Football

The Oregon Ducks allowed just 187.3 passing yards (No. 20 least in the country) and 323.7 total yards (No. 18 least in the country) in 2024. Oregon coach Dan Lanning and defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi are going to have hard time topping that in 2025, but Purdue Boilermakers transfer Dillon Thieneman would believe otherwise.

College Football News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

All-American Dillon Thieneman Explains Decision to Transfer From Purdue to Oregon

When Purdue's 2024 football season concluded, safety Dillon Thieneman was one of multiple key players to enter his name into the transfer portal. The 2023 Big Ten Freshman of the Year and All-American selection had plenty of suitors as one of the top defensive backs available.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / April 13

Why Transfer Portal Safety Dillon Thieneman Committed Oregon Ducks, Dan Lanning

EUGENE – After the conclusion of the 2024 football season, the Oregon Ducks hit the recruiting trail hard. Not only did the Ducks go to work landing some of the top high school talent in the nation, but Oregon coach Dan Lanning and his staff also aggressively pursued some of the best transfers in the country.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / April 13

Oregon Ducks' Dillon Thieneman Reveals Thoughts On Quarterbacks Dante Moore, Austin Novosad

The Oregon Ducks added safety Dillon Thieneman in the transfer portal from Purdue this offseason. Thieneman spoke after spring practice this weekend about what his early impression on the quarterback room is.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / April 3

Oregon Ducks Transfer Dillon Thieneman's Work Ethic Unmatched In Chris Hampton, Dan Lanning's Eyes

After the fourth spring practice at Autzen Stadium this morning, Oregon Ducks co-defensive coordinator Chris Hampton spoke on his newest piece of the secondary in sophomore safety Dillon Thieneman.

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College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / March 14

What Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Said About Dakorien Moore, Bear Alexander, Dillon Thieneman

EUGENE- Thursday marked the beginning of the Oregon Ducks' spring practices. This Oregon squad looks very different compared to last season, with more than 20 newcomers.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / February 28

Oregon Ducks Transfers Headline Best Big Ten Talent: Isaiah World, Dillon Thieneman, Emmanuel Pregnon

The Oregon Ducks have the No. 4 ranked transfer portal class in the country. It is headlined by offensive tackle Isaiah World. At 6-8, 270 pounds, World started his collegiate career with the Nevada Wolfpack back in 2021.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / January 25

Did Oregon Ducks Safety Dillon Thieneman Turn Down Major SEC Money In Transfer Portal?

It's no secret that the Oregon Ducks have been successful in the transfer portal. Right now, Oregon sits at No. 11 overall for 2025 transfers, tying for second most four-star pick-ups at seven with Texas Tech and Miami.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / January 16

Top 10 Most Important Defensive Transfer List Topped by Thieneman and Delane

1. S Dillon Thieneman – Oregon (Purdue) Thieneman has already dominated in the Big Ten for two seasons, yet it still feels as though he is underappreciated.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 15

Ducks Land Hit-Stick Veteran Safety from Purdue

After an early practice in August camp in West Lafayette, Purdue safety Dillon Thieneman was already sounding like a Duck. He told reporters, “I put way more pressure on myself, so I’m kind of used to it at this point.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 15

Purdue All-American Safety Commits to Oregon

Dillon Thieneman has found a new home. The former Purdue safety and All-American announced on Saturday that he plans to transfer to Oregon. He will have two years of eligibility remaining.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 14

No. 1 Ranked Safety in Transfer Portal Announces Commitment

Dillon Thieneman was the top safety in the transfer portal before his commitment on Saturday. He spent the last two seasons with Purdue. On3 Sports reported that Thieneman committed to the No.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 12

Former Big Ten Freshman of the Year Set to Visit Ohio State Buckeyes as Possible Portal Pickup

The Ohio State Buckeyes have been one of the most successful college football programs since the beginning of the transfer portal, landing University of Mississippi star Quinshon Judkins, Kansas State University star Will Howard and University of Alabama stars Caleb Downs this past offseason culminating in a College Football Playoff appearance.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 12

Ohio State Buckeyes Showing Interest in Star Transfer Defender

With the NCAA transfer portal officially open, the Ohio State Buckeyes are going to be a team to keep a very close eye on. They are expected to be very active in the portal as they look to build a championship contender for the 2025 college football season.

College Football News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 10

Report: Former Purdue All-American Safety Planning Ohio State Visit

Purdue safety Dillon Thieneman will reportedly be taking a visit to Ohio State sometime in the next week. On3's Steve Wiltfong reported the news after speaking with Thieneman's brother, Jake.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / December 5

Purdue Loses Former All-American to Transfer Portal

The regular season has concluded and for teams like 1-11 Purdue, some are onto 2025. Following the season-ending blowout loss to rival Indiana, Purdue fired head coach Ryan Walters after a 5-19 mark through two seasons.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 4

Purdue All-American Safety, Junior Tight End Enter NCAA Transfer Portal

Two more key Purdue football players have entered their names into the NCAA transfer portal. Sophomore All-American safety Dillon Thieneman and junior tight end Drew Biber have both decided to explore their options outside of West Lafayette, per On3's Pete Nakos.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Former College Football All-American Plans to Enter Transfer Portal

With Wednesday being National Signing Day in college football, it has naturally taken center stage across the nation. However, there have also been some massive names entering the transfer portal, and another high-profile player just made his move.