Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III found himself going viral during rookie minicamp, not for his highlight plays, but for the reason behind his unexpected jersey number. Burden, who dazzled at Missouri while wearing No.

The Bears landed one of the biggest steals in Luther Burden III in the second round of the 2025 NFL draft, according to Pro Football Focus.

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.”