B/R NFL scout Dame Parson described Burden before the draft as a "explosive and dynamic run-after-catch threat" who would "benefit from being linked to a creative offensive coordinator who will utilize his full skill set to help the offense."

The Chicago Bears got one of the biggest steals in the 2025 NFL draft with wide receiver Luther Burden III in the second round, a selection that's being hailed by draft analysts everywhere. Many had Burden pegged as a top-three receiver and first-round prospect,

The Chicago Bears have been aggressive when it comes to roster building since Ben Johnson took over as head coach. The Bears have a point to prove in the NFC North, having won the division just once in the past 14 years.