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Bears To Sign First-Rounder Dillon Thieneman, Second-Rounder Logan Jones
The Bears have agreed to a deal with first-round safety Dillon Thieneman, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports. As the 25th overall pick, Thieneman will sign a fully guaranteed contract worth $19.51MM over four years.
College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 5
Bears Signing First-Round S Dillon Thieneman & Second-Round C Logan Jones
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports the Bears are signing first-round S Dillon Thieneman to a rookie deal. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport adds the Bears are also signing second-round C Logan Jones to a rookie contract.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 31
Chicago Bears rookie might already be in some hot water
The Chicago Bears had what many would consider to be a rather awkward NFL Draft, but they certainly seem to be excited about all of their incoming rookies.
The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz
How many of the college football teams to appear in at least 20 of their top-25 rankings can you name in six minutes?
Can Dillon Thieneman Actually Outproduce Jaquan Brisker for Bears in Year 1?
The Chicago Bears have undergone massive change at the safety spot this offseason and Dillon Thieneman is part of the overhaul. Chicago let both Kevin Byard and Jaquan Brisker walk in free agency, which is admittedly risky because both played well in 2025.
25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season
College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.
Rough Safety History Won't Stop Bears' Dillon Thieneman From Chasing Defensive Rookie of the Year
The Chicago Bears landed one of the biggest steals in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft with the selection of Oregon's Dillon Thieneman at 25th overall.
Dillon Thieneman's Jersey Sales Show Sky-High Hype for Chicago Bears Draft Pick
As if we needed more evidence to show that Chicago Bears fans are excited about first-round pick and safety Dillon Thieneman, we've got some. Thieneman was the Bears' No.
College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / April 30
Bryce Boettcher Speaks Candidly About Dillon Thieneman After NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears selected former Oregon Ducks safety Dillon Thieneman with the No. 25 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Thieneman’s teammate at Oregon,
Purdue Boilermakers News / ChiCitySports / May 1
Dillon Thieneman’s sister continues to turn heads after NFL draft
Former Purdue and Oregon standout Dillon Thieneman joined the Chicago Bears as the No. 25 overall pick on Thursday night. But he wasn’t the only one who captured the spotlight.
Bears Set to Move on From 2-Year Starter With Dillon Thieneman's Jersey Number
When it comes to new Chicago Bears safety Dillon Thieneman and his jersey number, it's out with the old and in with the new. Thieneman, who was taken with the No.
College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / April 24
How Oregon’s System Prepared Dillon Thieneman for the NFL
It was a successful first round for the Oregon Ducks at the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with star safety Dillon Thieneman becoming the highest Ducks safety to be drafted into the league with the No.
Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season
Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.
How First-Round Pick Dillon Thieneman Views His Chicago Bears Fit
Safety Dillon Thieneman wore the Bears hat well and even had a wild, big Bears chain on that someone in the crowd handed him Thursday, moments after being drafted 25th overall by the team.
College Football News / 5 GOATs / April 24
2026 NFL Draft: Contract details revealed for Bears first-round pick Dillon Thieneman
Dillon Thieneman was the No. 25 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday by the Chicago Bears. Now, the former Oregon star’s contract details have been revealed.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 24
Five best fits from the first round of 2026 NFL Draft
The first-round of the 2026 NFL Draft is in the books. On a memorable night that included some unexpected selections — and even more trades — here are our favorite fits.
Dallas Cowboys 2026 NFL Draft Watch: Dillon Thieneman Scouting Report
One player who has been routinely connected to the Dallas Cowboys during the 2026 NFL Draft process is Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman. In fact, NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah has even connected the dots to bring up the idea that Thieneman could be an option for Dallas as soon as the No.
NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 4
Bears and Bills predicted to pull off another trade after recent DJ Moore deal
The Buffalo Bills and Chicago Bears are no strangers to making a trade after the latter sent wide receiver DJ Moore to the former earlier in the offseason.
College Football News / Yardbarker / March 3
NFL Draft intel: Rueben Bain Jr.'s arm length, Drew Allar's stock and Anthony Hill Jr.-Cowboys buzz
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / March 1
Dillon Thieneman's 40-Yard Dash Put Into Shocking Perspective
Former Oregon Ducks safety Dillon Thieneman impressed with his speed and athleticism at the NFL Combine, but only one "simulcam" from the NFL Network broadcast encapsulates just how fast Thieneman ran at the combine.
College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / February 26
Dillon Thieneman Doesn't Hold Back About Oregon's Development at NFL Combine
Former Oregon Ducks safety Dillon Thieneman spoke to the media at the NFL Combine on Thursday before he and the rest of the safeties have their on-field workout on Friday, and Thieneman revealed how he felt Oregon and the Ducks' coaching staff developed him for the NFL.
College Football News / Yardbarker / February 26
What to watch for on Day 2 on the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine
Here's what to watch for as cornerbacks, safeties and tight ends take their turn at the combine.
College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14
Oregon S Dillon Thieneman Declaring For 2026 NFL Draft
According to Pete Thamel, Oregon S Dillon Thieneman is foregoing his remaining eligibility and declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft. Today is the deadline for underclassmen to declare for the draft.
College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / September 24, 2025
The Secret Behind Dillon Thieneman’s Chemistry Boost for Oregon’s Defensive Backs
Coming into the 2025 college football season, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Oregon Ducks was how the secondary would look following key starters departing over the offseason.
College Football News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15, 2025
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.
Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 15, 2024
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, 2024
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 / Oregon Ducks on SI / December 11, 2024
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.
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