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Luther Burden III

Luther Burden III is a wide receiver for the Chicago Bears in the NFL. He played college football at Missouri and was drafted in the second round of the 2025 NFL draft. His career is just beginning, but he is expected to make a significant impact for the Bears.


1 day ago : Luther Burden III Signs Rookie Contract with Chicago Bears: Official Announcement.

Luther Burden III, the Chicago Bears' second-round draft pick, has finalized his rookie contract, marking the last of their draft picks to reach an agreement. The Bears officially announced the signing.

December 12, 2003: Luther Burden III Born

On December 12, 2003, Luther Burden III was born.

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October 2021: Committed to Missouri

In October 2021, Luther Burden III committed to playing college football at the University of Missouri, choosing them over other offers.

September 1, 2022: Collegiate Debut

On September 1, 2022, Luther Burden III made his collegiate debut, catching three passes for 17 yards and scoring two touchdowns (one rushing and one receiving).

2022: Ranked Top Offensive Recruit

In 2022, Luther Burden III was ranked by ESPN as the top offensive recruit in his class.

2023: Led the Team

In the 2023 season, Burden led his team with 83 receptions for 1,197 receiving yards and eight receiving touchdowns.

December 2, 2024: Declared for NFL Draft

On December 2, 2024, Luther Burden III declared for the 2025 NFL draft.

2025: Declared for NFL Draft

In 2025, Luther Burden III declared for the NFL draft.

2025: Drafted into the NFL

In 2025, Luther Burden III was drafted by the Chicago Bears as the 39th pick in the second round of the NFL draft.

2025: Drafted by the Chicago Bears

In 2025, Luther Burden III was selected by the Chicago Bears in the second round of the NFL draft.