NFL draft expert Daniel Jeremiah has linked Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston to the Pittsburgh Steelers as a potential draft pick. He suggested the team could move Michael Pittman Jr. to the slot, pairing him with DK Metcalf on the outside. Boston's size and contested-catch ability would suit the physical AFC North.
Wide receiver remains a priority for the Pittsburgh Steelers after trading for Michael Pittman Jr. in early March. While DK Metcalf performed adequately last season, the rest of the receiver group lacked impact, leaving depth as a concern ahead of the draft. Steelers hold the 21st overall pick, where Boston projects as a first-round option. The team showed interest with a formal meeting at the NFL Combine and a pre-draft visit. Daniel Jeremiah, who previously worked in the Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens front offices, discussed Boston's fit on Steve Smith Sr.'s YouTube channel. > “I’ve connected Boston with the Steelers a lot, and I know they brought in Pittman,” Jeremiah said. “I think they might use Pittman in the slot, give them a jumbo slot in there. DK at one side. I think with Boston, he plays bully ball when the ball is up in the air.” At 6-foot-3 and over 200 pounds, Boston excels in contested situations, bringing physicality suited to the AFC North's tough conditions. Jeremiah noted his improved separation skills and ability to win in crowds, even in windy or wet weather. This complements Metcalf's vertical threat and Pittman's separation abilities, potentially strengthening Pittsburgh's downfield passing game.