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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.

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College Football News / Addicted to Quack / April 10

Quacking the Roster: DB Transfer Dillon Thieneman

Film review of Thieneman’s 2023 and 2024 seasons at Purdue Thieneman was originally recruited to Purdue in 2023 as a mid 3-star (.8647) in the 24/7 composite.

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.

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 / Fish Duck / December 16

Oregon Football: Meet Dillon Thieneman

Dillon Thieneman will join our Oregon football program in 2025 as the top-ranked safety transfer in college football’s transfer portal. As the leading tackler on Purdue over the past two seasons (210 total tackles!!), he joins a Ducks roster that is poised for another run at the College Football Playoff.

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 14

Oregon Beats Ohio State for Coveted Transfer Player

The Oregon Ducks are gearing up for the 2024 College Football Playoff, but in the meantime, they are scouring the transfer portal for players who can come in and help out their 2025 squad.

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.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Buckeye Wire / December 11

Ohio State football makes move for star transfer safety

Ohio State football is in the College Football Playoff, but with the transfer portal officially open, the coaching staff will be working double duty. The Buckeyes killed it in regard to the transfer portal last offseason and it looks like they are trying to dominate that cycle again.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 11

Oregon Ducks Hosting No. 1 Ranked Transfer Portal Safety Dillon Thieneman

With the 2024 regular season over college football, and the NCAA Transfer Portal open, the mad dash to pick up the best athletes is underway. Right now, the No.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 10

Ohio State set to get a major transfer portal visit from an All-American defender next week

On Monday, the NCAA Transfer Portal officially opened and it has filled up quickly. Players around the country are entering left and right. Ohio State is showing interest in multiple players and has lost a few players to the portal as well.

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 / A to Z Sports / December 10

2 early leaders have emerged for Purdue All-American safety Dillon Thieneman, providing elite portal landing spots

The NCAA Transfer Portal officially opened back up on Monday, and there are hundreds of student athletes who have already entered in order to look for different opportunities.

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.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 4

Purdue football losing defensive leader via transfer portal

Purdue football is set to suffer a significant loss on defense. The program heads in 2025 with a lot of uncertainty after the firing of head coach Ryan Walters.

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.