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On YouTubeChicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 24
Chicago Bears scouting director sounds off on Dillon Thieneman selection
The Chicago Bears got themselves potentially the steal of the first round of the NFL draft. Chicago selected Oregon defensive back Dillon Thieneman with the 25th overall pick.
Dennis Allen News / A to Z Sports / April 24
Dillon Thieneman gives Chicago’s new safety duo a huge advantage that Bears DC Dennis Allen didn’t have in 2025
The Chicago Bears have officially found the final piece to retool the safety position after drafting Dillon Thieneman and the team’s new safety duo gives Dennis Allen a huge advantage for how he schemes up the defense.
Chicago Bears News / Stadium Rant / April 24
Thieneman At Pick 25 Is A Bears Steal; Why He’s The Perfect Fit
Dillon Thieneman, especially after an outstanding 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, didn’t expect to fall out of the top 20 picks. Many insiders had him going closer to the top 10, right behind Caleb Downs, for high-impact safeties.
The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz
How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in eight minutes?
Ryan Poles News / ChiCitySports / April 24
Bears GM Drops Concerning Comments After First Round of NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears and general manager Ryan Poles put together a strong first round 2026 NFL Draft performance. When all was said and done, they were able to land Oregon standout safety Dillon Thieneman to shore up the defensive secondary.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 24
Former NFL player has high praise for Chicago Bears’ 2026 first round pick
The Chicago Bears got themselves an absolute playmaker at safety. Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson decided to add an instant starter for Dennis Allen’s defense, drafting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the 25th overall pick of the 2026 NFL draft.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 24
Day 2 Mock Draft Has Bears Continuing a Defensive Focus, Adding to Front 7
The first night of the 2026 NFL draft was a hectic one, with plenty of trades and surprises for all. One of the most surprising picks came at No. 25, when the Chicago Bears pulled off the biggest Round 1 heist by selecting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 24
Bears Day 2 mock draft after selecting Dillon Thieneman: Ryan Poles maneuvers the board and adds new pieces for Ben Johnson
The Chicago Bears enter into Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft with three more Top-100 selections and general manager Ryan Poles could look to move around the board on Friday night.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 24
Dillon Thieneman turns heads with immediate message for Chicago Bears fans
The Chicago Bears marked an important day in the offseason on Thursday. This came in the form of the 2026 NFL Draft, which, as usual, produced more than a few surprises throughout the evening.
Caleb Williams News / Football Analysis / April 24
Caleb Williams Calls 11-6 Season ‘Just A Stepping Stone’—His Accuracy Hit A 13-Year Playoff Low
Confetti was still floating through the air at Soldier Field, the NFC North banner newly raised above the crowd. In the middle of it all stood Caleb Williams, the Bears’ franchise quarterback, calling the moment just a starting point.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 24
Bears Pulled Off Biggest Round 1 Heist With Dillon Thieneman Pick
The Chicago Bears absolutely crushed their first-round pick of Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman in the 2026 NFL Draft. Sure, he might not have been the edge
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 24
Chicago Bears' List of Remaining 2026 NFL Draft Picks Going Into Day 2
The Chicago Bears successfully navigated the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday night, with the team making the selection of Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 24
Best Options Still Available in Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft for the Chicago Bears
The first round of the 2026 NFL draft is over, and it was a doozy with plenty of trades and shocking picks. The Chicago Bears' selection of Dillon Thieneman ended up being one of the best picks of the night.
Chicago Bears News / Total Apex Sports / April 24
Dillon Thieneman Drafted No. 25 Overall By Chicago Bears In 2026 NFL Draft
Oregon Ducks Safety Dillon Thieneman was drafted No. 25 overall by the Chicago Bears in the 2026 NFL Draft. The star safety is the No. 2 player at his position behind Ohio State’s Caleb Downs.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 24
Bears Still Have Work to do at Safety Even With Dillon Thieneman Pick
The Chicago Bears have made their first selection in the 2026 NFL draft, and it was a great one. Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman had been consistently mocked to the Minnesota Vikings at No.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 24
Chicago Bears fans fired up over 2026 first round draft selection
With the 25th overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears found a long term boost to their struggling secondary. Chicago selected Oregon Ducks star Dillon Thieneman with their selection pick of the draft.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 23
Grading the Chicago Bears' Selection of Dillon Thieneman
The Bears didn't wait long to address their most glaring remaining weakness. The prize of their free agent class, Coby Bryant, will obviously hold down one of their starting safety jobs, but his counterpart was previously a question mark.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / April 23
Historic Chicago Bears First-Round Pick Provides Exact Fit in Key Ways
Ben Johnson apparently learned something from watching the Bears move up and down the field at will against the 49ers last year only to get outscored 42-38.
Ryan Poles News / A to Z Sports / April 23
Bears GM Ryan Poles made a savvy move during the first-round of the 2026 NFL Draft that had nothing to do with the 25th overall pick
The Chicago Bears made waves during the first-round of the 2026 NFL Draft by selecting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman, but it’s not the only move general manager Ryan Poles made on Thursday.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / April 23
Grading The Pick: Dillon Thieneman becomes a major steal for Chicago and gives the Bears another impact player in the secondary
The Chicago Bears landed a steal with the 25th overall pick in the first-round of the 2026 NFL Draft by ending the slide of Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman to pair with Coby Bryant.
Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / April 24
Chicago Bears make moves to create cap space during 2026 NFL Draft
The Chicago Bears faced a tough salary cap situation this offseason, forcing them to move on from some key players. But even after releasing Tremaine Edmunds and trading DJ Moore, the Bears still needed to create more cap space.
Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 23
Bears restructure OL Jonah Jackson and TE Cole Kmet's contracts
The Chicago Bears have restructured the contracts of OL Jonah Jackson and TE Cole Kmet.
Chicago Bears News / HITC / April 22
Bears call it competition at left tackle, corner, and safety but the stats say otherwise
While the Bears have talked a lot about adding competition to the roster, the play on the field hasn’t quite matched up with those intentions. Braxton Jones posted a 55.5 PFF grade in 2025 and ended up losing his spot in the lineup.
Toledo Rockets News / Yardbarker / April 22
Only one pick makes sense for the Bears
The Chicago Bears' secondary went through a major overhaul early in the offseason. That's why this pick makes sense at No. 25.
Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker / April 21
Bears' Caleb Williams embracing Super Bowl goal after playoff heartbreak
With first-year HC Ben Johnson and Williams leading the charge, the Bears became one of the top positive surprises in 2025 before Chicago suffered a brutal loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round of the playoffs.
Darnell Wright News / Pro Football Rumors / April 20
Bears To Exercise RT Darnell Wright’s Fifth-Year Option
The Bears’ 2025 offensive line overhaul produced multiple All-Pro nods, but the group has since encountered turbulence. Drew Dalman surprisingly retired after his first Chicago season; that followed an Ozzy Trapilo injury expected to keep him out for most (if not all) of the 2026 season.
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