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Jun 18, 2026 1 min

Bears Draft: Hype, Hope, and Hidden Gems

from Chicago News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Bears’ draft class is a rollercoaster of hope and concern: Dillon Thieneman could be a game-changer at safety, maybe even ending a 35-year drought for rookie Defensive Player of the Year—but they left gaping holes on the defensive line. Still, they pulled off some gems: Logan Jones, a surprise second-round center poised to challenge veteran Garrett Bradbury; Sam Roush, a blocking tight end ready to elevate their three-tight-end sets; Zavion Thomas, a third-round receiver who’ll be pushed early; Malik Muhammad, a fourth-round cornerback primed for a starting role; Keyshaun Elliott, a linebacker/special teams weapon ready to fill injury gaps; and Jordan van den Berg, a sixth-round DT with upside but no immediate impact. It’s not perfect, but it’s full of potential—and fans will be watching closely to see if these rookies can turn the tide. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1fd5d6aa282b3437

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