Two separate Bears rookies were named to ESPN's All-Rookie team this year, and those who made the team certainly earned their spot. Wide receiver Luther Burden III stood tall, taking the top spot among rookie receivers, while Colston Loveland was named second team.
Being named to this team in general is a great starting point in a career for all positions. It brings validation to a first year of play that most rookies miss out on, even if they have a solid performance. While some may see it as a meaningless accolade, many others see it as a signal that the broader football world is conscious of their outstanding play.