Missouri’s top dog at wide receiver has one of the most fitting names in college football.
Luther Burden III is certainly a load to bear for opposing defenses. One of 10 semifinalists for the Biletnikoff Award – given annually to the best pass catcher in college football – Burden does most of his damage out of the slot, giving him space to work the field and use his quick-twitch athleticism.
“He can play. He’s a football player for sure,” Ohio State cornerback Denzel Burke said. “He can play ball.”
The joust between Ohio State’s secondary and Missouri's passing attack, starting with Burden, will go a long way in determining who comes out victorious between the Buckeyes and Tigers in the Cotton Bowl on Dec.