Scouting Journals for Luther Burden

Physical, aggressive receiver who excels at picking up yards after the catch. Dangerous in the open field due to a quick initial burst, change of direction skills and vision. Also shows a tendency to run through arm tackles. Does not have verified speed times, but showing a fast play speed as a senior. Able to use his initial burst to create separation off the line of scrimmage. Has natural hands, plucking the ball with his finger tips. Parlays the open field skill set to double as a big-play punt returner, taking several to the house in 2021. Was a top youth basketball player. Not as tall as listed elsewhere, measuring under 6-feet prior to his senior season.

Luther Burden approached the week with a business-like mindset. The Missouri signee was consistent on a daily basis, showing the ability to get open at all three levels. In the game, Burden showed his high-end ability after catch, scoring on a 65-yard catch and run on the first play from scrimmage. He also had a long punt return in the fourth quarter. Burden’s ability to read the leverage of defenders and work in the open field may be his best trait. He may not be the fastest or biggest wide receiver, but Burden has a well-rounded skill set and projects as an instant impact player at the college level.

Luther Burden was the game's most impactful player against nationally-ranked Bellflower (Calif.) St. John Bosco. Burden had a huge second half, helping the Flyers dig out of a 35-0 hole. He scored on a 30-yard catch down the left sideline and returned a punt 65 yards for a score in rapid succession. Burden capped off his big second half with a touchdown on an 18-yard catch-and-run, breaking a few tackles on his way to the end zone. There's no question Burden is off to a big start to his senior season. The 5-foot-11.5, 200-pounder is a physical, strong-handed wideout with the ability to maximize yardage after the catch.