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The Bearās Den, April 27, 2026
TL;DR
Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman was selected 25th overall by the Chicago Bears during the NFL draft held on April 23, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Key points
- Dillon Thieneman was selected 25th overall.
- He is a safety from Oregon.
- The NFL draft occurred on April 23, 2026.
- The event took place at Acrisure Stadium.
- The Chicago Bears made the pick.
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman celebrates after being chosen 25th overall by the Chicago Bears in the green room during the the first round NFL football draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) | Getty Images
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Q&A
Who was drafted 25th overall by the Chicago Bears in 2026?
Dillon Thieneman, a safety from Oregon, was drafted 25th overall by the Chicago Bears.
When and where did the NFL draft take place in 2026?
The NFL draft took place on April 23, 2026, at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
What position does Dillon Thieneman play?
Dillon Thieneman plays as a safety.
What team did Dillon Thieneman celebrate with after being drafted?
Dillon Thieneman celebrated with the Chicago Bears after being drafted.