Luther Burden, Chicago Bears
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Luther Burden III is finally back on the field, and the Bears are hoping his electric skillset can take their offense to another level. If the rookie hits his stride, Chicago may have found its next star wideout.
Luther Burden III arrived at Chicago Bears training camp with high expectations and a cloud of uncertainty. Drafted in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, he’s been brought in as a potential spark for this Bears offense, coming off a college career at Missouri that featured explosive plays and All-SEC honors.
Receiver Luther Burden is back. The Bears ’ second-round pick practiced for the first time in training camp Monday after recovering from a hamstring injury. He didn’t participate in team drills, though, as he begins his ramp-up period that looks similar to what the Bears have done with other injured players over the past week.
Chicago Bears second-round pick Luther Burden III has agreed to terms on his rookie contract. Burden was the final Bears draft pick who had yet to reach a deal.
Luther Burden III is in Chicago, and Theo Wease Jr. is in Miami. So, who is next in line to start for Missouri football at wide receiver in 2025?