Luther Burden III is a wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, who took him 39th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft out of Missouri. In 2025 he posted 652 receiving yards — 41st among WRs — with 2 touchdowns over 15 games. Born December 12, 2003, he is in his 2nd season in the league.
Frequently asked questions
How did Luther Burden III perform in Week 3 of 2026?
Burden III caught 7 of 11 targets for 61 yards and a touchdown in Chicago's 27–7 win over Philadelphia.
How is Luther Burden III performing in the 2026 season?
Through Week 3 of 2026 he has 15 receptions on 23 targets for 156 yards and 1 touchdown.
What were Luther Burden III's stats last season (2025)?
In 2025 he caught 47 of 60 targets for 652 yards (41st among WRs) and 2 touchdowns across 15 games — 43.5 yards per game.
How many receiving yards does Luther Burden III average?
He averaged 43.5 receiving yards per game in 2025 and 57.9 over his last 10 games.
Is Luther Burden III injured?
No — he is active and not on the current injury report.
How old is Luther Burden III?
Luther Burden III is 22 years old — he was born on December 12, 2003.
What position does Luther Burden III play?
Luther Burden III is a wide receiver for the Chicago Bears and wears No. 10.
Where did Luther Burden III go to college?
Luther Burden III played college football at Missouri.
When was Luther Burden III drafted?
The Chicago Bears drafted Luther Burden III 39th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.