Reception Perception: The Show RP Clips: DJ Moore Trade? Luther Burden Improvement?
Feb 19, 2026
Discussion about whether DJ Moore could be traded and how his contract and fit affect Chicago's cap and roster. Analysis of the Bears' receiving room, Colson Loveland's role, and scheme impacts on personnel. Debate over Roman Duns' development and drops. Profile of Luther Burden's rookie usage, efficiency, and concerns about consistency and YAC reliance.
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DJ Moore Is A Tradeable But Misfit Asset
- The Bears will likely trade DJ Moore because his role and $28.5M salary don't match the offense's direction.
- Matt Harmon thinks teams will trade a mid-round pick and absorb the short-term cost to get him.
Chat With DJ Moore At The Super Bowl
- Matt Harmon recounts brief conversations with DJ Moore at the Super Bowl where Moore seemed candid about his role.
- Harmon says Moore told him he entered the season without clear goals and was "going with the flow."
Trade To Create Cap And Scheme Flexibility
- Consider trading Moore to free cap space and let younger receivers grow under Ben Johnson.
- James Koh warns that keeping Moore as the highest-paid receiver poses roster and scheme risks.