Chicago Bears rookie Colston Loveland made his presence felt when he climbed the ladder to make an impressive contested catch for a big gain.

The Bears added to their offensive weapons during the 2025 NFL Draft when they selected Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden, however, early indications in camp have been mixed and came to a head Tuesday when Johnson reportedly kicked the rookie out of practice temporarily.

The Michigan star’s skillset drew the Bears to him in April. They picked him 10th overall despite having greater needs at tackle and running back — and in part because three tackles were taken with the first nine selections.

Burden injured his hamstring during the Bears’ organized team activities this spring and did not take part in the first four practice sessions of this summer’s camp, but reporters at Monday’s session noted that the second-round pick is participating in drills.

Anyone wo believed the Bears were going to create an offensive force overnight doesn't understand the challenge faced by new head coach Ben Johnson.

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On a Monday when many probably wished they had a missed practice, the Bears were suddenly back near full strength at training camp. Amid sauna-like high humidit