Missouri Tigers wide receiver Luther Burden III has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft, opting out of the team’s bowl game to prepare. Considered a top-five pick, Burden’s decision has significant implications for both Missouri and the NFL landscape.
Burden’s collegiate career was marked by impressive achievements, including two consecutive first-team All-SEC honors in 2023 and 2024. In his sophomore year, he led the Tigers with 83 receptions for 1,197 yards and eight touchdowns.
His decision to forgo his final year of eligibility aligns with his projected high draft status. Analysts anticipate Burden’s selection within the first 15 picks, with some projections placing him as high as the first overall pick.
As the NFL Draft approaches, Burden’s journey from a five-star recruit to a potential first-round pick captivates fans and scouts alike, highlighting his impact on college football and his promising professional future.
