What happened: The Chicago Bears picked Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the 25th overall selection in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The team had lost several defensive backs to free agency, creating a need at the position. Thieneman, a standout in Oregon's secondary, brings versatility to the Bears' defense.
NFL·BREAKING·April 23, 2026 10:34 PM ET
Bears select Oregon S Dillon Thieneman at No. 25 in NFL Draft
Chicago rebuilds secondary after free agency losses.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Apr 241 min read
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