Rookie Receiver's Misstep Draws Bears Coach's Ire

The Chicago Bears' training camp has been a mixed bag for rookie wide receiver Luther Burden. After returning from injury yesterday, Burden participated in team drills for the first time. However, his performance was marred by a mental mistake that drew the ire of head coach Ben Johnson.

Johnson acknowledged Burden's struggles, noting that the rookie's "misalignments" during the team's walk-through practice the previous day required the entire unit to "re-huddle" and start over. The coach expressed concern that Burden is "a little bit behind right now" in his development.

Despite the setback with Burden, the Bears' offense as a whole has been making positive strides under the leadership of quarterback Caleb Williams. Johnson praised Williams' growing comfort and the work he has been putting in behind the scenes, saying the team is "starting to see the dividends being paid from it."

The Bears are also exploring ways to get the ball into the hands of veteran wide receiver DJ Moore, who the team lined up at tailback during yesterday's practice. Johnson described Moore as a "physical, run after catch just 'get me the ball' type of guy," indicating the team's desire to find creative ways to utilize his playmaking abilities.