Sources: Bears' Luther Burden III expected to miss preseason
Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III is sidelined for the entire 2026 preseason following reports of a groin injury.
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Bears WR Luther Burden's groin injury to keep him out for preseason, expected back Week 1Chicago Sun-Times · 44d ago
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Fantasy Football Injury Updates: Burden, Downs, Reed (2026)FantasyPros · 44d ago
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Bears Eyeing Ex-Packers Wide Receiver After Luther Burden’s InjuryYahoo Sports · 44d ago
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Chicago Bears WR Luther Burden III reportedly will miss the preseasonChicago Tribune · 44d ago
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- Primary Driver: Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III is sidelined for the entire 2026 preseason following reports of a groin injury.
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A groin injury will keep Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III out for the duration of the preseason, according to the Chicago Sun-Times and Chicago Tribune. While reports indicate he is expected to return by Week 1, the situation has prompted the team to explore roster adjustments.
Yahoo Sports notes the organization is currently eyeing former Green Bay Packers wide receivers to address the temporary gap in the lineup. FantasyPros has placed the situation in a wider context of league-wide health updates, grouping the news with other player availability concerns.
No contradictions exist between the cited sources regarding his status for the remainder of the exhibition schedule. The current focus remains on his recovery timeline leading into the season opener.
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Questions people are asking
Why is Luther Burden III missing the preseason?
He is sidelined due to a groin injury.
When is Luther Burden III expected to return?
He is expected to return by Week 1 of the regular season.
Are the Bears looking for replacements?
Yes, coverage indicates the team is considering former Green Bay Packers wide receivers following the injury.
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