Chicago Bears Draft: Dillon Thieneman Press Conference Recap

Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Dillon Thieneman is selected by the Chicago Bears as the number 25 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Hello, Chicago Bears fans! Welcome to week one post-2026 NFL Draft.

We have seen the Bears take seven players in the NFL Draft across six rounds. So, who are these guys, and what did they have to say after they were drafted by the Chicago Bears? I will be recapping what each player’s reaction to being drafted by the Bears was and what else they had to say in the moment this week.

I will paraphrase the questions and answers as best I can, rather than providing an exact transcript, but I’ll be as exact as I can. First up is our first-round pick, the safety out of Oregon, Dillon Thieneman. First Round Pick Dillon Thieneman, Safety, Oregon at #25 overall – Press Conference Question : How do you feel about suddenly being in Chicago for the next step in your career?

DT : It’s been a great experience. Going to the events in Pittsburgh [associated with the 2026 NFL Draft] has been incredible and I’m happy to be here. Question : How did it feel walking down that corridor, knowing you’ve been drafted by an iconic franchise?