Luther Burden III: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / December 5

Bears’ latest injury news just handed WR Luther Burden III the golden opportunity to make his bold offseason statement come true

The Chicago Bears dropped some significant injury news going into the weekend when the team ruled out wide receiver Rome Odunze ahead of Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers with a foot injury after not practicing all week.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 21

Is Luther Burden III even better than we thought?

The praise for Chicago Bears rookie receiver Luther Burden III keeps rolling in, from head coach Ben Johnson to analysts who think he should’ve been the team’s WR3 weeks ago.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / November 14

Chicago Bears may be unlocking peak Luther Burden III as NFL playoff race intensifies

The Chicago Bears' wide receivers didn't exactly have a showcase performance in Week 10 against the New York Giants. After totaling six drops -- four of

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Luther Burden III will have his breakout game against Minnesota

A few weeks ago, I called my shot and said that Kyle Monangai would have his breakout game against the Bengals. I'd say that one went pretty well. I'm predicting a similar result for Luther Burden III against the Vikings on Sunday.

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Chicago Bears News / The Lead / November 11

The Bears Need to Turn to Luther Burden III

In the Chicago Bears’ comeback defeat of the New York Giants, their wide receivers performed far below standard. Although Caleb Williams played well, several drops dampened the offense’s flow.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / November 10

Ben Johnson is helping Luther Burden III get closer to becoming the latest Bears rookie to breakout and he's the key to a playoff push

There's no time to be complacent if you're the Chicago Bears after improving to 6-3 on the season following Sunday's win over the New York Giants. The Week 10 showing was a rough one for Chicago but the outcome was still ideal at the end of the day.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / October 15

Luther Burden III could be on track to see a bigger role going into Week 7 it's just unfortunate how it might develop

The Chicago Bears had another gritty win in Week 6 over the Washington Commanders and with the dust settled, we can take a look at some of the changes implemented during the bye week by head coach Ben Johnson and the rest of his staff.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 22

What Caleb Williams told Luther Burden III before explosive touchdown pass in Week 3

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 2

Bears rookie WR Luther Burden III switches jersey number again

Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III has the kind of talent that will make him must-see TV this fall. But you're going to need a really updated roster to find him on the field.

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Chicago Bears News / Last Word On Sports / August 25

The Luther Burden III Contract May Have Been a Gamble

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Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 3

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Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / July 31

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Missouri Tigers News / EasySportz / July 30

Ben Johnson Sends A Clear Message To Bears Rookie

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III faced a public reprimand during Tuesday’s training camp practice at Halas Hall, as head coach Ben Johnson removed him from team drills after repeated alignment errors at the line of scrimmage.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 28

Chicago Bears rookie out for 4 weeks with injury: Report

On Tuesday, the Chicago Bears welcomed back rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III to practice after dealing with a hamstring injury this offseason. The Bears revealed they’ll be without another rookie who was injured during the pre-draft process this winter.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Bears Receive Positive Update on Luther Burden III

Rookie WR's return to full practice gear offers promising sign for Chicago's offense Week two of Chicago Bears training camp is underway, and Monday marked the first day players practiced in full pads.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / July 25

Surprise Chicago Bears WR balling out at training camp

The Chicago Bears have a rookie wide receiver turning heads at training camp. It’s not Luther Burden III, as the No. 39 pick in April’s draft has missed the first three practices of training camp for a soft tissue injury that had him out of practice since rookie minicamp in May.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Update on Luther Burden III: Bears Coach Talks Injury While Camp Moves Forward

Bears hoping rookie WR returns soon as soft-tissue setback lingers into camp Day two of Chicago Bears training camp is in the books, and day three is fast approaching.

Bears Sign WR Luther Burden III to Rookie Deal

The Chicago Bears locked up another key piece of their rookie class on Thursday, signing second-round pick Luther Burden III to a four-year, fully guaranteed contract worth just under $11 million, per Adam Schefter.