Bears rookie Luther Burden is candidate to return punts

The Chicago Bears landed an explosive playmaker in rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III, so naturally they'd like to get him the ball as much as possible.

While Burden will play a key role in Ben Johnson's offense -- most likely in the slot, where he thrived in college -- he'll also have the opportunity to compete on special teams for the punt returner job.

“He’s going to have a chance just like everyone else, but you see it on offense and saw it in college, how electric he is when the ball is in his hands,” special teams coordinator Richard Hightower said. “Like, he’s a different dude with the ball in his hand. So all we’re looking for is playmakers that will help us change field position…