Denzel Boston grew up in the shadow of the University of Washington. His college career was delayed by two years as he waited behind the NFL-bound trio of Rome Odunze, Jalen McMillan, and Ja'Lynn Polk. Boston immediately popped when given the opportunity, posting over 1,700 yards between 2024 and 2025. He rounded his offensive profile by adding special teams return ability, serving as the team's punt returner, a rare task for a receiver of his size. He earned praise as a team leader and capped his career with a third-team All-Big Ten honor.

Boston blends explosion and size as a receiver who can play all over the formation. Washington featured him as their primary receiver in 2025, and he showcased the natural feel to find soft spots in defenses. His play strength is his best trait, profiling as a prototype X receiver who can win contested catch situations. We have seen bigger receivers struggle to make an immediate impact, but Boston has one of the highest ceilings in the class and should be in the first-round conversation.