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Bears Can’t Hold Back Praise For $40M Acquisition Ahead of Season

The Chicago Bears made it a point of emphasis this offseason to completely revamp the backend of the secondary, seeing safeties Jaquan Brisker and Kevin Byard III leave and bringing in two new faces: former Seattle Seahawk Coby Bryant and first-round selection Dillon Thieneman.Bryant, whom the Bears signed to a three-year, $40 million contract, is […] The post Bears Can’t Hold Back Praise For $40M Acquisition Ahead of Season appeared first on HEAVY.

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2026 Chicago Bears Schedule Officially Revealed

The Chicago Bears officially know the road ahead in 2026, and it won’t be easy. Fresh off an NFC North title in 2025, Chicago was rewarded with what is widely considered the toughest schedule in the NFL based on opponents’ combined winning percentage from last season. The Bears’ opponents posted a combined .550 winning percentage […] The post 2026 Chicago Bears Schedule Officially Revealed appeared first on HEAVY.

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Bears’ Ben Johnson explains NFL Draft zig when fans expected a zag

Heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, the consensus opinion was that the Chicago Bears would take an edge rusher at some point. But after making seven picks, no edge rusher was to be found. Instead, Ben Johnson relied on the draft board Chicago had built. The Bears are being constructed with a specific vision in […] The post Bears’ Ben Johnson explains NFL Draft zig when fans expected a zag appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Vikings Issued Strong Verdict on Dillon Thieneman Decision

One of the names that was constantly emerging for the Minnesota Vikings in mock drafts heading into the 2026 NFL Draft was former Oregon Ducks safety Dillon Thieneman. Minnesota does have the uncertainty surrounding Harrison Smith, so the expert’s reasoning made sense.Nonetheless, when the time came at No. 18, the Vikings decided to pass on […] The post Vikings Issued Strong Verdict on Dillon Thieneman Decision appeared first on HEAVY.

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Bears’ biggest mistake from 2026 NFL Draft

There are very few opportunities for NFL teams to look back at the past season and just continue on that track and believe that success will follow. The Chicago Bears won the NFC North title a year ago, rising from last place the previous year as the combination of Caleb Williams at quarterback and Ben […] The post Bears’ biggest mistake from 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Vikings Face Significant Question After Releasing Fan Favorite

The Minnesota Vikings were a team many had pegged to select Oregon’s Dillon Thieneman in the 2026 draft. The Vikings passed on Thieneman, though, selecting Florida’s Caleb Banks instead, which could point to veteran Harrison Smith’s return.However, that remains an unknown. The Vikings and Smith had a parting of sorts. The six-time Pro Bowler and […] The post Vikings Face Significant Question After Releasing Fan Favorite appeared first on HEAVY.

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At least 1 NFL DB coach would take Bears’ Dillon Thieneman over Caleb Downs

The Chicago Bears landed a key defensive building block in Dillon Thieneman at pick No. 25 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Some even believe he is the best safety in the class. Based on draft selection, that distinction goes to Caleb Downs, who was picked No. 11 by the Dallas Cowboys. Still, at least […] The post At least 1 NFL DB coach would take Bears’ Dillon Thieneman over Caleb Downs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bears’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick

Coming off of their first playoff appearance since 2020, the Chicago Bears knew the 2026 NFL Draft was crucial for their continued success. They left the event with seven players they’re hopeful will make a strong impact on their organization. One position that is noticeably absent is an edge rusher. The Bears were in desperate […] The post Bears’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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“Don’t Will Levis us” “Camera guy knew the assignment”: Fans react as Dillon Thieneman’s sister Kiera goes viral during 2026 NFL Draft – Sportskeeda

“Don’t Will Levis us” “Camera guy knew the assignment”: Fans react as Dillon Thieneman’s sister Kiera goes viral during 2026 NFL Draft  Sportskeeda

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Bears pull off first pick of its kind since 2018

The Chicago Bears may have won the NFC North title a year ago, but they know there is simply no holding their position as they prepare for the 2026 season. The competition in the division is incredibly rough, and if they want to hold off the archrival Green Bay Packers and the powerful Detroit Lions […] The post Bears pull off first pick of its kind since 2018 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Grading The Pick: Dillon Thieneman becomes a major steal for Chicago and gives the Bears another impact player in the secondary – A to Z Sports

Grading The Pick: Dillon Thieneman becomes a major steal for Chicago and gives the Bears another impact player in the secondary  A to Z Sports

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