Bears' Luther Burden III to Miss Preseason After Groin Injury, Targeting Week 1 Return
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Updated · ESPN · Aug 10
Bears' Luther Burden III to Miss Preseason After Groin Injury, Targeting Week 1 Return
3 articles · Updated · ESPN · Aug 10
Summary
Chicago expects Luther Burden III to miss the entire preseason after the 22-year-old hurt his groin in Saturday's practice, though the team still believes he can return for the opener against Carolina.
The injury came on the final red-zone one-on-one rep when Burden got tangled with cornerback Tyrique Stevenson, who landed on Burden's back and left him in visible pain.
Burden, a 2025 second-round pick, had 47 catches for 652 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie last season, making him a key part of the Bears' receiving plans.
Chicago also has receiver Zavion Thomas managing knee soreness from Sunday's 7-on-7 drills, but the issue is not considered serious and he is not expected to miss much time.