From now until the 2025 NFL Draft, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top-10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections and priority undrafted free agents. Today, I’ll be profiling Missouri WR Luther Burden III.
#3 Luther Burden III/WR Missouri – 5-11, 205 pounds (Junior)
MEASUREMENTS
| Player | Ht/Wt | Hand Size | Arm Length | Wingspan |
| Luther Burden III | 5-11/205 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 40-Yard Dash | 10-Yard Dash | Short Shuttle | 3-Cone | |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Broad Jump | Vertical | Bench Press | ||
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
The Good
– Shows promise picking up yards after the catch
– Good age for development paired with falling in the 78th percentile for weight
– Used a lot in motion and played in different alignments, including in the backfield
– A willing blocker in the run game and screens
– Solid speed to win over the top
– Very good hand-eye coordination that allows him to track the ball at a high level
– Teammates and coaches speak very highly of his character
The Bad
– 2024 season was not as good as his 2023 campaign
– Has not shown to be an elite threat past 10 yards down the field on a consistent enough basis
– Has struggled to incorporate physicality into his game allowing DBs to win when playing tight enough coverage
– Smaller frame as his height falls in the 33rd percentile
– Lacks the outstanding raw athleticism seen in others at his position
– Started social media drama in 2022 by deleting Missouri-related content when he felt he was not getting enough targets
Bio
– 21 years old (Dec.