Bears receiver Luther Burden expected to emerge as a fantasy star
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Fantasy analyst Michael Fabiano predicts Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III will finish as a top-15 fantasy wideout this season. Burden showed promise late in his rookie year, scoring over 11 points in three of his final four games. With DJ Moore traded to Buffalo, Burden has the potential for a larger role. However, a minor groin injury might affect his preseason and early-season performance. His average draft position places him in the sixth to eighth rounds, reflecting his breakout potential.
- •Fabiano predicts Burden to be a top-15 fantasy wide receiver.
- •Burden impressed late last season, scoring 27.8 points in Week 17.
- •DJ Moore's trade increases Burden's target opportunities.
- •Burden's groin injury could affect his preseason availability.
- •ADP positions Burden between the sixth and eighth round in drafts.
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"Sports Illustrated fantasy analyst Michael Fabiano had a bold prediction about Bears receiver Luther Burden III.
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