Chicago Bears training camp is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start looking ahead at the roster the team is bringing to Lake Forest.
We’re unveiling our Bears 2025 training camp position previews, where we’re breaking down every player by position and examining the biggest question facing the group.
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Up next is wide receiver, a position that is a big focus going into the offseason following a disappointing 2024 season. With DJ Moore as the top receiver, last year’s ninth overall pick Rome Odunze is primed for a bigger role. Chicago struck big in the second round of the 2025 NFL draft selecting Luther Burden III and giving the new-look offense a three-headed monster at the wide receiver position.
Let’s look at the Bears‘ wide receivers heading into 2025 training camp:
DJ Moore
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS – JUNE 04: DJ Moore #2 of the Chicago Bears runs with the ball during a drill during Chicago Bears OTA Offseason Workout at Halas Hall on June 04, 2025 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
In his first year with Caleb Williams as his quarterback, DJ Moore fell just short of a 100-reception, 1,000-yard receiving season finishing the season with 98 receptions, 966 receiving yards, and six touchdowns. Moore is the key to the passing game success and the attention he commands from opposing defenses should open up opportunity for young receivers Rome Odunze and Luther Burden III. Ben Johnson worked wonders with Amon-Ra St. Brown while he was in Detroit, and his arrival in Chicago could take Moore’s game to the next level.
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Rome Odunze
Last year’s ninth overall pick, Rome Odunze had a serviceable and respectable rookie season, but did leave more to be desired in his overall production. Finishing his rookie year with 54 receptions, 734 receiving yards, and three touchdowns, Odunze appeared to come into his own near the end of the year, and should take a big leap in his second season.
Luther Burden III
May 9, 2025; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III warms up during the Rookie Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
Drafted with the 39th overall pick in this year’s draft, Luther Burden III fell into the Bears’ laps and adds another dynamic receiving threat alongside Moore and Odunze. In three seasons with the Missouri Tigers, Burden totaled 2,263 receiving yards, 234 rushing yards, and 25 combined touchdowns in three seasons. Drawing comparisons to Deebo Samuel, Burden could be a versatile tool for this offense in his first year.
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Olamide Zaccheaus
Signed this offseason to a one-year deal, Olamide Zaccheaus comes to Chicago after spending one season with the Washington Commanders where he totaled 45 receptions, 506 receiving yards, and three touchdowns. Zaccheaus brings veteran depth presence into an already talented wide receiver room, and could be a sneaky surprise when given opportunities in the passing game.
Devin Duvernay
Jun 3, 2025; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Duvernay (12) runs with the ball during minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
Just like Zaccheaus, Devin Duvernay signed a one-year deal with Chicago in free agency this offseason. Duvernay is more than likely to serve as the team’s return specialist, taking over for Tyler Scott who has yet to make a meaningful impact since entering the league. Duvernay was a First-team All-Pro selection in 2021, and a two-time Pro Bowl selection in 2021 and 2022.
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Tyler Scott
A former fourth-round pick of the Bears back in 2023, Tyler Scott has had little success since joining the organization. Scott did not bode well in limited time at the wide receiver position, and was turned into the team’s kick and punt returner but had struggles there as well. Scott is going to have to earn his keep during training camp with the new veterans that were added this offseason.
Miles Boykin
LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS – JUNE 03: Miles Boykin #80 of the Chicago Bears stretches during Chicago Bears OTA Offseason Workout at Halas Hall on June 03, 2025 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
Veteran receiver Miles Boykin spent time with the Baltimore Ravens, Pittsburgh Steelers, New York Giants, and Seattle Seahawks before signing with the Bears this offseason. The Chicago-area born product will bring depth to the receiver room which is packed with a veteran presence.
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Maurice Alexander
Having spent time with the Detroit Lions from 2022 to 2024, Maurice Alexander signed with the Bears this offseason and brings a familiarity with Ben Johnson and his style of offense. He’s also a contender in the kick return game.
Samori Toure
With just 13 career receptions in his two seasons in the NFL, Samori Toure was signed to the Bears practice squad in 2024 and then a reserve/future contract in January. He’ll factor into the practice squad once again.
John Jackson
Signing with Chicago last year as an undrafted free agent last season, John Jackson was a member of the team’s practice squad in 2024 and signed to a reserve/future contract in January. Jackson, a former college teammate of Caleb Williams, is expected to contend for a practice squad spot once again.
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JP Richardson
JP Richardson signed with the Bears as an undrafted free agent out of TCU this year. He was a two-time Honorable Mention All-Big 12 Conference, once as a wide receiver and the other time as a return specialist. He’s not expected to compete for a roster spot, but the practice squad is certainly an option.
Jahdae Walker
Another undrafted free agent who signed with Chicago following this year’s draft, Jahdae Walker finished his collegiate career with Texas A&M where he totaled 64 receptions, 935 receiving yards, and four touchdowns in two seasons.
Big Question: How big of an impact will Luther Burden III have as a rookie?
May 9, 2025; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III smiles during the Rookie Minicamp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
The Bears landed a steal in Luther Burden III in the early second round of the 2025 NFL draft, and he has the potential to make an immediate impact as a rookie. Burden has drawn comparisons to all-Pro Deebo Samuel and even Amon-Ra St. Brown, but he has a long way to go before he can match those comparisons. Still, given Burden’s success in the slot during his Missouri days, it makes him a perfect candidate to thrive in this offense. Ben Johnson mentioned how the ball always finds the guy in the slot, and that’s where Burden has proven to be most lethal. If Burden carves out a role for himself in the slot, he could have an impactful rookie season and become a favorite target for quarterback Caleb Williams. While most NFL teams have two dynamic wide receivers, Chicago has an opportunity to have a very talented and production trio (including DJ Moore and Rome Odunze) if Burden gets a big role in his rookie season.
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