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Bears Shock NFL, Draft Receiver Burden III at 39

5/11/2025

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In a surprising move, the Chicago Bears snagged wide receiver Luther Burden III with the 39th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, defying expectations of a first-round selection. His arrival promises to invigorate the Bears' offense under new coach Ben Johnson, though an injury scare during practice raised concerns, despite Burden leaving the field on his own.

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In a surprising move, the Chicago Bears snagged wide receiver Luther Burden III with the 39th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, defying expectations of a first-round selection. His arrival promises to invigorate the Bears' offense under new coach Ben Johnson, though an injury scare during practice raised concerns, despite Burden leaving the field on his own.