The Bears added to their offensive weapons during the 2025 NFL Draft when they selected Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden, however, early indications in camp have been mixed and came to a head Tuesday when Johnson reportedly kicked the rookie out of practice temporarily.

Chicago Bears second-round rookie WR Luther Burden III finally returned to the practice field on Monday after missing the beginning of training camp due to an injury.

Receiver Luther Burden is back. The Bears ’ second-round pick practiced for the first time in training camp Monday after recovering from a hamstring injury. He didn’t participate in team drills, though, as he begins his ramp-up period that looks similar to what the Bears have done with other injured players over the past week.