Dillon Thieneman records first interception for Chicago Bears against Eagles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 1:43 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Dillon Thieneman, a rookie safety for the Chicago Bears, made his first NFL interception during Monday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles. Thieneman intercepted a pass from Eagles quarterback Andy Dalton at the goal line in the second quarter, preventing a potential game-tying score. He was active throughout the first half, recording five tackles and a pass deflection. Thieneman, who was a first-round pick, has quickly become a standout on the Bears' defense after a successful collegiate career at Oregon and Purdue. The game remains ongoing.
- •Thieneman picked off a pass on third down at the goal line.
- •He led the Bears defense with five tackles before the interception.
- •The Bears drafted Thieneman in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •The game is still in progress as of September 29, 2026.
- 2:21 AMYahoo Sports — Coby Bryant reacts to Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman’s first INT
- 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — Chicago Bears S Dillon Thieneman snags first NFL interception
"Former Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman made his first NFL interception on Monday Night Football for the Chicago Bears against the Philadelphia Eagles.
"Chicago Bears safety Coby Bryant reacted to rookie Dillon Thieneman's first NFL interception against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 2:21 AMCoby Bryant reacts to Bears rookie Dillon Thieneman’s first INT
Chicago Bears safety Coby Bryant reacted to rookie Dillon Thieneman's first NFL interception against the Philadelphia Eagles.
- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 1:43 AMChicago Bears S Dillon Thieneman snags first NFL interception
Former Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman made his first NFL interception on Monday Night Football for the Chicago Bears against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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