How Will Luther Burden Perform in Ben Johnson’s Offense?
The Chicago Bears didn’t just get a wide receiver when they drafted Luther Burden III — they got a great receiving threat ready to shake up the NFL. After slipping out of the first round, Burden wasted no time sulking. Instead, he hit the field, grinding and preparing to prove everyone wrong. Now he’s headed to Chicago, where Ben Johnson’s new-look offense is about to give him the perfect stage to show the league exactly what it missed.
Burden's competitive fire is exactly the energy this Bears team needs. He dominated at Missouri, putting up 192 catches, 2,263 yards, and 21 touchdowns in just three years, torching defenders with a deadly combo of speed, strength, and shake. Chicago’s scouts couldn’t stop raving about his ability to make plays before and after the catch, and that's exactly what Johnson’s offense demands. In an attack designed to move pieces all over the field and create mismatches, Burden’s versatility is a dream come true.
The Bears’ receiver room is already loaded with D.J. Moore, Rome Odunze, Devin Duvernay, and Olamide Zaccheaus, but Burden brings a different kind of juice. He can win from the slot, stretch the field outside, and create chaos with the ball in his hands. Plus, he’s finally linking up with quarterback Caleb Williams, a connection that almost happened at Oklahoma before Burden chose to stay home at Mizzou. Now, the two young stars reunite in Chicago with the chance to light it up for years to come. Ryan Poles has emphasized building around Williams, but also on finally fixing the coaching staff. Antwann Randle is going to feast and develop Burden greatly, like he's done with his young receivers back in Detroit.
With Ben Johnson drawing up plays, Caleb Williams slinging the rock, and Luther Burden attacking defenses with a chip on his shoulder, the Bears' offense is about to be dangerous. Burden didn’t just land on any team; he landed on a team ready to unleash his full potential. Watch out, NFL: Chicago just added another serious weapon, and Luther Burden is coming in hot. The Bears are here to dominate.
