"After missing rookie minicamp, OTAs, and the early portion of training camp with a hamstring injury, Burden entered the season playing catch-up. Rather than rushing the process, he focused on building trust with offensive play-caller Ben Johnson, quarterback Caleb Williams, and wide receivers coach Antwaan Randle El. That patience paid off. As the season progressed, Burden transitioned from a rotational weapon into a reliable weekly target, no longer resembling a first-year player by the stretch run."
"The second half of the season marked his breakout. Over his final seven games, Burden averaged 6.6 targets and 60.4 receiving yards per game. This represented a significant jump from the 2.8 targets and 29.5 yards he averaged through his first 10 contests. He posted two 100-yard performances - one in each half of the season - underscoring both his explosive ceiling and his growing consistency."
After missing rookie minicamp, OTAs, and early training camp with a hamstring injury, Burden began the season playing catch-up. He prioritized building trust with offensive play-caller Ben Johnson, quarterback Caleb Williams, and wide receivers coach Antwaan Randle El. Patience and coaching rapport allowed a gradual transition from a rotational role into a reliable weekly target by the stretch run. The second half of the season produced a breakout: 6.6 targets and 60.4 receiving yards per game over the final seven contests, two 100-yard games, and key touchdown performances that showcased explosiveness and dependability.
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