Bears adjust offense as Luther Burden sidelined for preseason

The Chicago Bears will be without wide receiver Luther Burden III throughout the preseason due to a groin injury. Head coach Ben Johnson expressed hope for Burden's return by Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers, but no timeline is confirmed. In his absence, Rome Odunze is poised to take on a larger role, having been a top draft pick. Other receivers, including Kalif Raymond and Jahdae Walker, will provide additional support. The Bears plan to lean on their run game, with expectations for D’Andre Swift to perform well alongside Kyle Monangai. Tight ends Colston Loveland and Cole Kmet are also expected to contribute significantly during Burden's recovery period.

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