Caleb Williams expected to connect with Luther Burden in new role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:12 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Caleb Williams is set to partner with Luther Burden in Chicago following the trade of DJ Moore to Buffalo. Last season, Williams struggled to establish a connection with Moore, prompting the shift to younger playmakers like Burden. With 53 catches and 718 receiving yards in his rookie season, Burden showed potential, particularly with an impressive performance against the 49ers, where he recorded 8 catches for 138 yards and a touchdown. Analysts believe that the Williams-Burden duo could become a formidable connection in the NFL.
- •Caleb Williams lacked a reliable target last season with DJ Moore.
- •DJ Moore was traded to Buffalo during the offseason.
- •Luther Burden had 53 catches for 718 yards as a rookie.
- •Burden shone late last season with 138 receiving yards against the 49ers.
- •Expectations are high for Burden entering his second year.
- 11:12 AMYahoo Sports — Luther Burden will be perfect DJ Moore replacement for Caleb Williams
"Caleb Williams will have the kind of connection with Luther Burden he lacked with DJ Moore in Chicago
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