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Bears WR Burden III Suffers Concussion in Win
9 Nov
Summary
- Wide receiver Luther Burden III sustained a concussion late in the game.
- The injury occurred during a 27-24 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- Burden III led the team in several receiving categories before his injury.
The Chicago Bears secured a 27-24 prime-time victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but the win was marred by a significant injury. Wide receiver Luther Burden III sustained a concussion in the fourth quarter, forcing him to leave the game. The incident occurred with under four minutes remaining when Burden III appeared to take a helmet-to-helmet hit after receiving a screen pass.
Despite the injury, Burden III had an impactful game, recording seven receptions for 97 yards, including a notable 56-yard touchdown. This performance further solidified his role as quarterback Caleb Williams' top target. He entered the game leading Chicago in multiple receiving statistics. The Bears now head into a bye week before their next matchup on November 22.
