Luther Burden III appeared to suffer a shoulder injury in the 3rd quarter of Saturday’s game against UMass. Brady Cook, with the Tigers leading 24-3, threw an ill-advised ball over the middle that forced a massive hit on Burden’s shoulder, knocking him to the ground.

Burden remained on the ground for a few seconds before cautiously walking away from the field under his own power, although his arm was dangling. Burden soon went to the injury tent and after about 5 minutes made his way to the locker room.

Trainers say they are treating his left shoulder. Burden’s ankle band was removed and he now sits on the sidelines without a helmet or pads. According to the live broadcast, Burden is considered doubtful to return for this game, but with the score at 31-3 it would be surprising if he comes back today.

Chris Gervino reports from the sideline that coaches are examining Luther Burden’s left shoulder. Linebacker Khalil Jacobs went to the locker room with an apparent right shoulder injury.

— Mizzou Radio (@MizzouRadio) October 12, 2024

To put it simply: Burden is one of the best receivers in college football. He totaled 5 receptions for 59 yards and also threw the ball twice for 68 yards and a touchdown.

The Tigers lead UMass 31-3 with 8:51 left in the 4th quarter.