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Updated · WGR550 · Apr 24Brad Biggs reacts to Bears selecting Dillon Thieneman in 2026 NFL Draft
7 articles · Updated · WGR550 · Apr 24
- Biggs commented on the Bears picking Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman at No. 25 overall in the first round.
- He described Thieneman as a strong fit for defensive coordinator Dennis Allen's scheme and discussed Chicago's remaining draft needs.
- The Bears still hold two second-round picks and a third-round pick for the second day of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Thieneman's 4.35 speed is rare for a safety. How will the Bears' defense weaponize his elite athleticism this season? After adding top offensive talent in 2024, does drafting Thieneman make the Chicago Bears legitimate Super Bowl contenders? With a star safety added, will the Bears now use their Day 2 picks to finally fix their struggling pass rush? Will Thieneman's role as a versatile 'quarterback on the field' at Oregon immediately translate to the complex NFL level? Thieneman's stats and combine scores are elite, but how does he truly compare to top safety prospect Caleb Downs? Despite glowing reviews, is drafting a safety in the first round the best strategy for a team weak against the run?