Bears Round 1 steal Dillon Thieneman is also a perfect fit for 2 reasons

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The Chicago Bears didn't move up or down in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and they were able to get a fantastic player in Dillon Thieneman out of Oregon.

While safeties aren't highly valued by the NFL, Thieneman was still a major steal at No. 25 overall. But the new Bears defensive back provides a lot more than just great value at this pick.

As ESPN's Matt Bowen made the case for, Thieneman is a perfect fit for the Bears' defense. But why? The new Bears safety isn't just a value; he is a perfect fit thanks to two main reasons: his pairing with Coby Bryant and his versatility.

2 reasons why Dillon Thieneman is a great fit for Bears

"With Thieneman and free agent signee Coby Bryant, coordinator Dennis Allen now has two interchangeable safeties with strong ball skills," Bowen writes. "Specifically, Thieneman's speed and range to track the ball deep give Allen more flexibility in the game plan to move late or disguise from two-high shells."

Being able to pair Thieneman with Bryant is a huge plus for Dennis Allen's defense, as the pairing of and last year was a resounding success.