NFL draft: Chicago Bears select Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the No. 25 pick
- Posted on April 24, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
- 1 Views
- 1 min read
In brief
The Chicago Bears addressed critical defensive gaps by selecting Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman at pick 25 in the NFL draft. This move comes as the team aims to rebuild its secondary after significant departures during the offseason free agency period. Thieneman's acquisition provides immediate depth and potential starter capability for a Bears defensive unit seeking reinforcement in coverage roles.
NFL draft: Chicago Bears select Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman with the No. 25 pick
The Chicago Bears’ selection of Dillon Thieneman immediately bolsters a secondary that was depleted during free agency.
