Luther Burden III's 'Work Ethic' and 'Ability' Hyped by Coaches amid NFL Draft Rumors

NFL Draft prospect Luther Burden III is generating some positive buzz about his work ethic ahead of April's NFL Draft.

Matt Miller of ESPN reported that Burden's drop in production at Missouri last year was more due to a disjointed offense and that coaches have had positive things to say about his work ethic and talent.

"During my conversations with coaches at Missouri's pro day last week, I heard nothing but positives surrounding his work ethic and ability," Miller wrote. "Burden is No. 13 on my board."

Burden is rated as the No. 29 overall player and the No. 4 wide receiver in the 2025 draft class by Bleacher Report's NFL Scouting Department. In his three-year career at Missouri, Burden had 2,263 receiving yards with 21 touchdowns.

His best season came in 2023 when he had 86 catches for 1,212 yards and nine touchdowns.

Regardless of where he ends up, Miller's report suggests that Burden should hit the ground running and make an impact for his team quickly.

The 2025 NFL Draft is set for April 24-26 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.