WR Luther Burden III, CHI (10 Viewers)

[travdogg]

The "gadget player" stuff is wild to me. Burden might be the best route runner in this class. He just had a horrible offense around him, that allowed constant doubles. Put him on Miami, he has 1500 yards.

 

[Faust]

Luther Burden III draft profile: Full scouting report, pro comparison and future outlook for top WR prospect

Best Fantasy Football landing spots for wide receiver Luther Burden in the 2025 NFL Draft

 

[Faust]

Matt Miller
The Missouri Tigers were recently asked by NFL teams to share cut-ups of Luther Burden’s route running in practice for a deeper look at his route tree.

Here’s a sample of what they sent

https://x.com/nfldraftscout/status/1914338297117131089?s=61

 

[(HULK)]

I keep seeing him fall to the 2nd in mocks.

If he does, I hope he goes to the Pats. If he's paired with a competent QB, look out IMO.

 

[King of the Jungle]

I keep seeing him fall to the 2nd in mocks.

If he does, I hope he goes to the Pats. If he's paired with a competent QB, look out IMO.

Great value if he falls to the 2nd imo. I think he has the most upside of this years crop.

 

[RC94]

I keep hearing the generic "character concerns" but I haven't ever seen what those specific concerns are. Does anyone know what specifically people don't like regarding his character? I saw that some accuse him of quitting on the team during a game. I didn't see that game so if anyone saw it can you let us know your thoughts on what happened? Is that it, though, or is there something else?

 

[Faust]

Next Gen Stats
RD 2 | PK 39 - Bears: Luther Burden III WR, Missouri

A three-year contributor at Missouri, Burden was used primarily out wide as a freshman (on 85% of his snaps) before moving inside as a sophomore (82%) and again as a junior (85%). Across 38 games, he totaled 192 receptions for 2,263 yards and 21 touchdowns, including a breakout sophomore campaign with 1,212 yards and nine scores.

At the NFL Scouting Combine, Burden participated in the 40-yard dash and on-field receiver drills and made the most of his showcase, confirming his vertical speed by posting a 4.41-second time at 6-foot, 206 pounds. He also impressed as a route runner, flashing body control and more of that vertical speed -- according to combine tracking data from Next Gen Stats, Burden hit a top speed of 21.47 on a go route, third-fastest among all wide receivers in Indianapolis.

Ranked as the No. 2 wide receiver prospect by the NGS Draft Model with an overall score of 85 (trailing only Arizona’s Tetairoa McMillan), Burden is one of five wideouts to earn NGS scores of 75 or higher in both production and athleticism. While his final college season didn’t match his sophomore output, Burden projects as a dynamic weapon who can thrive in space and elevate an NFL offense.

Burden was @NextGenStats' No. 1 Day 2 sleeper entering this year's draft.

https://x.com/nextgenstats/status/1915914180542222653?s=61

 

[ffmail4me]

Anyone else hate this spot?

 

[oldmanhawkins]

Anyone else hate this spot?

It’s worse than Ebuka.

 

[finfansteve]

Strange pick with Moore and Odunze already on the roster. Moore on the move maybe?

 

[KellysHeroes]

Strange pick with Moore and Odunze already on the roster. Moore on the move maybe?

Bro signed a 4 yr / $110 mil contract last yr with them. With this line up and coaching staff Williams has no excuse
They should of drafted RB there

 

[kerpow]

So many mouths to feed. This hurts Loveland's outlook too.

 

[ericttspikes]

I keep hearing the generic "character concerns" but I haven't ever seen what those specific concerns are. Does anyone know what specifically people don't like regarding his character? I saw that some accuse him of quitting on the team during a game. I didn't see that game so if anyone saw it can you let us know your thoughts on what happened? Is that it, though, or is there something else?

Steve Smith did an interview/film study about Burden and talked about some of it. Sounds like choosing not to participate at some of his Pro day rubbed some people the wrong way. Diva type attitude I guess. Doubt that is unique to this player though. The biggest concern I'd have , especially on a loaded Bears team, was they said he becomes unfocused unless he his fed the ball. Lazy routes, inconsistent, didn't step up at times, etc. Outside of that, not sure if there are other character concerns. Here's the interview I saw.

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[Faust]

Dave
Luther Burden was asked why he went straight to Missouri’s facility to work out after falling out of the first round.

He said he just wanted to work while others celebrated and plans to work out again tonight.

Love this mentality.

https://x.com/dave_bfr/status/1915953935694647558?s=61

 

[Faust]

Robert Griffin III
The @ChicagoBears got a top 15 pick in the 2nd round with Luther Burden III. This guy has been the best athlete on the field every time he steps on it. Fast, and explosive playmaker with the ball in his hands who can play inside, outside and out the backfield. He’s their Amon Ra.

https://x.com/rgiii/status/1915922394331365604?s=61

 

[massraider]

Dave
Luther Burden was asked why he went straight to Missouri’s facility to work out after falling out of the first round.

He said he just wanted to work while others celebrated and plans to work out again tonight.

Love this mentality.

https://x.com/dave_bfr/status/1915953935694647558?s=61

That's interesting, because there's definitely talk out there he's not a hard worker.

 

[Ilov80s]

Dave
Luther Burden was asked why he went straight to Missouri’s facility to work out after falling out of the first round.

He said he just wanted to work while others celebrated and plans to work out again tonight.

Love this mentality.

https://x.com/dave_bfr/status/1915953935694647558?s=61

That's interesting, because there's definitely talk out there he's not a hard worker.

That seems to be THE knock on him

 

[JohnnyU]

Dave
Luther Burden was asked why he went straight to Missouri’s facility to work out after falling out of the first round.

He said he just wanted to work while others celebrated and plans to work out again tonight.

Love this mentality.

https://x.com/dave_bfr/status/1915953935694647558?s=61

That's interesting, because there's definitely talk out there he's not a hard worker.

I heard the same thing about Moore, who takes plays off.

 

[Faust]

Luther Burden III Fantasy Outlook: Instant Reaction

 

[barackdhouse]

There was an argument that Moore was being misused last year and that Burden will fit that role much better. There was also talk that Moore and Kmet have both been whiny at times and Ben Johnson mmmmaybe just mmmaybe doesn't like that. There is a world here where Burden becomes his new Amon-Ra with Moore doing what Keenan Allen was doing and Rome continuing to be Rome on the outside. I still say that is all way too many mouths to feed and Caleb and Swift are the only Bears to own right now in 2025.

Burden might be the steal of 2nd round rookie drafts though.

 

[Faust]

The Coachspeak Index
#Bears HC Ben Johnson on Luther Burden:

“He’s a playmaker waiting to happen... I see big things in his future.”

https://x.com/coachspeakindex/status/1916381505787437339?s=61

 

[Faust]

Jacob Infante
Ironically, my comparison for Luther Burden pre-draft was DJ Moore.

He’s got the speed and ball skills, but it’s the YAC ability that really separates him. Elite contact balance at WR and impressive agility in space. #Bears

https://x.com/jacobinfante24/status/1916868472618840399?s=61

@PrincePoles
I've heard some people say he's not that good of a route runner

https://x.com/princepoles/status/1916868827469463971?s=61

Jacob Infante
Wouldn’t say Luther’s a bad route runner by any means. He’s improved his spatial awareness against zone over his time at Mizzou

Just wanna see him diversify his releases and run a deeper route tree in the pros

https://x.com/jacobinfante24/status/1916870092777787621?s=61

 

[Faust]

Josh Norris
This is why the Bears drafted Luther Burden III

A personal favorite. He has that sixth sense after the catch. Incredible YAC. Powerful. Outstanding hands.

Ben Johnson will know exactly how to use and develop him

youtu.be/Fv5enfUCByQ

https://x.com/joshnorris/status/1915914506846540010?s=61

could easily see Burden receive the Jameson Williams treatment from Ben Johnson

drags and crossing routes. Huge YAC opportunities. And vertical routes off play action

https://x.com/joshnorris/status/1915917855981281563?s=61