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Bears WR Luther Burden expected to play in Week 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:07 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Bears WR Luther Burden expected to play in Week 1
Summary

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson provided an update on WR Luther Burden following their 24-15 preseason win over the Titans. Johnson indicated that Burden, who has been recovering from a groin injury, appears ready to participate in the upcoming regular season. Initially sidelined after a mid-August injury during practice, Burden has shown signs of full recovery, including running routes this week. Johnson's comments suggest that Burden's presence will be crucial for the Bears' offensive plans as they prepare for their matchup against the Carolina Panthers.

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  • •Bears defeat the Titans 24-15 in preseason finale.
  • •Luther Burden sidelined by groin injury earlier this month.
  • •Ben Johnson says Burden looks 100% and ready for Week 1.
  • •Burden caught 47 passes for 662 yards as a rookie.
  • •He is expected to play a larger role this season with QB Caleb Williams.
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  • 2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Johnson shares injury update on Bears WR Luther Burden
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Ben Johnson was asked about Luther Burden following the Bears' win over the Titans and it sounds like the receiver is good to go.

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