Initial grades for Chicago Bears' 2026 rookie draft class
The Chicago Bears selected seven rookies in the 2026 NFL Draft, headlined by first-round safety Dillon Thieneman, who was viewed as a strong value pick at 25th overall. The class includes offensive additions like center Logan Jones and wide receiver Zavion Thomas, as well as defensive players such as cornerback Malik Muhammad and defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg. Analysts believe the draft class, assembled by GM Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson, could contribute to the team's long-term success.
- ▪The Bears drafted seven rookies in the 2026 NFL Draft, including safety Dillon Thieneman in the first round.
- ▪Dillon Thieneman was considered a steal at 25th overall and a strong fit for the team's defensive needs.
- ▪The class includes offensive players Logan Jones, Sam Roush, and Zavion Thomas, and defensive players Malik Muhammad, Keyshaun Elliott, and Jordan van den Berg.
- ▪One analyst believes the 2026 draft class could help propel the Bears to a Super Bowl appearance.
- ▪The draft strategy emphasized speed, athleticism, and scheme fit, according to Bears Wire analyst Alyssa Barbieri.
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