Steelers 2026 scouting report: S Dillon Thieneman

While there are other pressing positional needs than safety ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft for the Pittsburgh Steelers , there's one candidate who may be too talented to pass up with Pick No. 21. Enter Dillon Thieneman , a lightning-fast, total package at the safety position who could be available for the Steelers as a potential first-round selection.

Here is a look at Thieneman's scouting report, which contains his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights. Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon Height: 6 feet Weight: 201 pounds 40-yard dash: 4. 34 seconds Projection: Late-first to early-second Strengths Elite coverage instincts Great IQ Plays the run with urgency Game-changing speed Versatility to play at slot, strong safety, and free safety Well-rounded Concerns Man coverage could use some work Struggles against play-action Average change-of-direction quickness Stats 2023 : 106 combined tackles, 2.

0 tackles for loss, 2 passes defended, 6 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles 2024 : 104 combined tackles, 4. 5 tackles for loss, 7 passes defended, 0 interceptions, 0 forced fumbles 2025 : 96 combined tackles, 3. 5 tackles for loss, 5 passes defended, 2 interceptions, 0 forced fumbles Highlights Dillon Thieneman is my newest 1st round grade He’d be a home run pick for the Cowboys at 12 imo pic.

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