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Draft Scouting Report

Rating: 89.20 (Pro Bowl potential)

Pro Comparison: Deebo Samuel

Summary

Luther Burden III has a thick lower body that allows him to run through arm tackles in the open field. He is able to accelerate upfield quickly and has good body control to contort himself downfield. The Illinois native has primarily lined up in the slot, which means he does not have much exposure to getting off press coverage. His route-running must continue to improve. A reason for encouragement is Burden's improved drop rate from his freshman season (9.3%) to 2024 (3.8%).

About

Two-time first-team All-SEC (2023 ,2024)
2023: Ranked ninth in FBS in receiving yards (1,212) to go along with 86 catches and nine touchdowns

Strengths

Strong lower body to run through arm tackles after the catch
Good body control down the field to adjust to throws
Drop rate improved from 9.3% in 2022 to 3.8% in 2024, according to TruMedia
Good acceleration

Weaknesses

Spent 86.5% of 2024 snaps lined up in the slot, according to TruMedia
Details in his route-running
Limited exposure to getting off the line against press coverage because of his alignment

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