The Chicago Bears drafted wide receiver Luther Burden III in the second round of the 2025 NFL draft, despite many scouts giving him a first-round grade. He saw the field for the first time at rookie minicamp over the past couple of days,

Chicago Bears rookie Luther Burden III remains proud of the proverbial chip he carries on his shoulder. “Everybody who passed up on me has got to pay.”

Burden III wore the No. 3 at both Mizzou and in high school at Cardinal Ritter College Prep. The No. 3 he has worn throughout his career holds personal significance, as it’s a tribute to his namesake, per Sports Illustrated 's Joey Van Zummeran.