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Patriots 2025 draft profile: Luther Burden III is electric with the ball in his hands

Related Topics: Luther Burden III, Mack Hollins

The New England Patriots were quite active in the early parts of free agency, but there is still plenty of room for improvement at the wide receiver position. Even after signing Mack Hollins to a two-year deal, the group stands to benefit from an infusion of young, high-upside talent. In order to find that, turning to the draft makes the most sense.

One of the targets to keep an eye on in that regard is Missouri’s Luther Burden III, who projects as a fringe first-round prospect. Let’s take a closer look at him.

Hard facts

Name: Luther Burden III

Position: Wide receiver

School: Missouri

Opening day age: 21 (12/12/2003)

Measurements: 6’0”, 206 lbs, 76 1/2” wingspan, 31 1/4” arm length, 8 1/2” hand size, 4.