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Ben Johnson praises Dillon Thieneman's work ethic ahead of season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 2:08 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Ben Johnson praises Dillon Thieneman's work ethic ahead of season opener
Summary

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson commented on rookie safety Dillon Thieneman's work ethic, describing him as 'robotic in a good way.' Thieneman, a highly sought-after prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft, has shown significant growth in training camp, including an interception during practice. Johnson appreciates Thieneman's focused approach as the team prepares for its final preseason game against the Tennessee Titans on August 29, while the regular season kicks off on September 13 against the Carolina Panthers.

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  • •Dillon Thieneman was expected to be selected earlier in the draft.
  • •He recorded over 300 tackles and eight interceptions in college.
  • •Thieneman is projected to be a starter for the Bears this season.
  • •Johnson noted Thieneman's improvement during training camp.
  • •The Bears face the Titans in their final preseason game on August 29.
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Bears head coach Ben Johnson talked about rookie safety Dillon Thieneman's work ethic, saying he is "robotic" but "in a good way."

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