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Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Washington wideout Denzel Boston (WO08) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Pittsburgh Steelers: Host Intriguing 6-foot-4 Goal-Line Threat

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Jackson Loschko | Last updated Mar 26, 2026 4:51 PM ET

The Pittsburgh Steelers need to address the wide receiver position this offseason, despite acquiring Michael Pittman Jr. from the Indianapolis Colts, as they still lack a true number-three receiver. Roman Wilson, the projected starting slot receiver and slotted replacement for Calvin Austin III, has only 166 yards in his first two seasons. Meanwhile, Ben Skowronek is primarily known for his special teams abilities and is not much of a receiving threat, totaling 713 yards through his first five seasons.

Because of this, the Steelers could select a receiver with the 21st pick of the upcoming draft, as many other positions have already been addressed in free agency.

Pittsburgh Steelers host intriguing 6-foot-4 goal-line threat

According to Mike DeFabo of The Athletic, the Steelers will host Denzel Boston for a 30-visit in April. He is an intriguing receiver because his 6-foot-2, 212-pound frame and 35-inch vertical jump make him a goal-line and red-zone threat, while excelling in contested catches, is a solid punt returner, and possesses strong hands with a low drop rate. Concerns remain about his speed and ability to separate against press coverage. Boston is rated as a top six receiver prospect, with many projecting him as a late-first to early-second round pick.

A month ago, yet another early-round OL felt like a luxury pick.

Now, two developments might make it a necessity to target that position group sooner than later in the draft: https://t.co/mGge2vHGLS

— Mike DeFabo (@MikeDeFabo) March 25, 2026

Here’s a quick review of his 2025 campaign

Nov 8, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Washington Huskies wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Denzel Boston enjoyed a strong redshirt junior campaign, setting career highs in receiving yards and touchdowns, returning kicks, and earning Third-team All-Big 10 honors. Boston hauled in 62 receptions on 95 targets for 881 yards and 11 touchdowns across 12 games, plus eight punt returns for 104 yards and a touchdown. He also scored five touchdowns at the goal-line and two in the red-zone, posted two drops, caught ten of 13 contested catches, gained 305 yards after the catch, and recorded a 116.2 passer rating.

Boston wrapped up his four-year stint at Washington, totaling 132 receptions for 1,781 yards and 20 touchdowns across 43 games, plus 25 punt returns for 212 yards and a touchdown. He also posted five total drops (3.6% drop rate), caught 22 of 36 contested catches, and gained 657 yards after the catch, averaging 5.0 yards after the catch per reception.

Here’s Lance Zierlein’s scouting report

“Two-year starter with elite ball skills that should supersede athletic/speed limitations. A Puka Nacua comparison might feel strong, but like Nacua, Boston enters the draft with speed/separation concerns and outstanding competitive toughness. Boston gets off the line with good burst and maintains his top speed throughout the route.”

“He could have issues beating press, but releases can also be schemed. He’s very skilled when it comes to winning jump balls and contested throws. Boston also knows how to win in the red zone. Acclimating to NFL competition could take a year, but Boston has the makeup to become a productive possession target with above-average red-zone value.”

He projects that Boston will become a good starter within his first two years.

This article first appeared on Gridiron Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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