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Bears Sign 17 Rookies, Highlight Miller Catch at Minicamp

5/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Bears held day one of rookie minicamp at Halas Hall on May 8, 2026.
The session had 54 participants and featured a catch by receiver Scotty Miller.
Head coach Ben Johnson said competition and learning the system outweigh draft status.
Chicago signed 17 rookies—including safety Dillon Thieneman and center Logan Jones—while quarterback Maverick McIvor threw a pass to Miller as Jones wore No. 54, once worn by Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher.

History

Historical Context

Since selecting cornerback Charles Tillman with the 35th pick in the 2003 draft—a move that sparked a defensive resurgence—the Bears have built a reputation for reviving their secondary through the draft. That legacy resurfaced at the May 8, 2026 rookie minicamp at Halas Hall, where 54 prospects gathered and safety Dillon Thieneman donned Brian Urlacher’s iconic No. 54.

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Story summary

The Bears held day one of rookie minicamp at Halas Hall on May 8, 2026.
The session had 54 participants and featured a catch by receiver Scotty Miller.
Head coach Ben Johnson said competition and learning the system outweigh draft status.
Chicago signed 17 rookies—including safety Dillon Thieneman and center Logan Jones—while quarterback Maverick McIvor threw a pass to Miller as Jones wore No. 54, once worn by Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher.

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