After suffering a hamstring injury on May 20, Bears rookie wide receiver Luther Burden is considered “day-to-day” by head coach Ben Johnson.

While the injury classification is promising, Burden is missing valuable reps as veteran wide receivers Olamide Zaccheaus and Devin Duvernay have filled in those reps with the first team. The former Mizzou Tiger also reportedly suffered an undisclosed injury after landing awkwardly on the football. Currently, the hamstring issue is the only thing keeping the wideout off the field.

Missing OTA practices, mini camps, and now the start of training camp is a concerning on a Bears team that suddenly seems crowded with pass-catching options. Johnson has expressed frustration with Burden missing time earlier this offseason. “The sooner we get him out there, the quicker he can carve a role for himself,” the head coach said.

Burden was selected No. 39 overall by the Bears in the 2025 NFL Draft. He is a dynamic wide receiver with great after-the-catch ability and speed to burn. Fantasy managers seemed to love the landing spot being paired with sophomore quarterback Caleb Williams and first-time HC Johnson.

He must get on the field to not only establish a role for himself but also learn Johnson’s new offense and build chemistry with his quarterback, Williams. In the meantime, buy the dip on Burden’s Underdog ADP that is currently in the 80s.

Author: Dane Madoche (@FF_DaMaddog)