Luther Burden Sees Increased Usage, Ties for Second in Targets for Bears

Rookie wide receiver Luther Burden saw increased usage in the Chicago Bears' offense, tying for second on the team with five targets and making three receptions for 27 yards in Sunday's win over the Vikings. This marked the first time Burden finished ahead of Olamide Zaccheaus in usage. Burden ran a season-high 22 routes and worked as the slot leader for the first time, playing 54.5% of Chicago's offensive snaps in the first half compared to 9.1% for Zaccheaus. Despite not having a significant fantasy impact, Burden's climbing usage makes him a potential stash. D.J. Moore, who led Bears wideouts in playing time and routes, did not appear hindered by a shoulder injury.