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if I am playing one, my favorite is Luther Burden III... his usage specifically is what's important. The screens, the shallow crossers, the yards-after-catch spots all help
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Burden's efficient route usage and potential snap increase from Kmet injury make him the Bears' best flex option.

Among the Bears' Core Four receivers, Burden is the preferred flex play against Seattle due to his usage profile. While the Seahawks rank second-best versus the slot, Burden is less matchup-reliant because his role focuses on screens, shallow crossers, and yards-after-catch opportunities rather than outside 1-on-1 coverage. His per-route numbers are excellent. The injury to Cole Kmet could increase his playing time if Chicago shifts to more 11-personnel (3-WR sets), which would give him more field time to leverage his strong efficiency metrics.

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