The Chicago Bears made a significant move in the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting wide receiver Luther Burden III with the 39th overall pick. Burden, hailing from Missouri, was expected to go much earlier, given his impressive collegiate stats, including 192 receptions for 2,263 yards and 21 touchdowns across three seasons. His standout year came in 2023 when he secured 86 catches for 1,212 yards and nine touchdowns.

With this addition, the Bears continue to bolster their offensive arsenal, pairing Burden with existing stars like DJ Moore and Rome Odunze. Analysts and fans alike are weighing in on this unexpected choice, especially after the Bears opted to draft a tight end as their first-round selection. The dynamics of Chicago's offense are poised to shift significantly with Burden's arrival.