Washington Huskies wide receiver Denzel Boston was picked No. 39 overall by the Cleveland Browns in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft. Boston, 22, had a strong finish to his college career with the Huskies, emerging as an important offensive player.
He will join Jerry Jeudy and Cedric Tillman alongside new joiner KC Concepcion from Texas A&M.
Boston was born on December 6, 2003, in Boise, Idaho, and attended Emerald Ridge High School in Washington, where he built his reputation as a wide receiver before coming to college football.
Boston comes from a sporting background and is the youngest of four brothers. He has largely kept his personal life private, with limited information available about his family life and parents.
He joined the University of Washington, balancing academics with football commitments. Over his first two seasons for the Huskies, he played a limited role but recorded impressive statistics as he developed behind established receivers.
Boston's breakthrough came during the 2024 and 2025 seasons, when he became a starter and a consistent offensive contributor. He recorded 62 receptions for 881 yards and 11 touchdowns in the 2025 season.
Standing at over 6 feet 3 inches, Boston is known for his size, catching ability, and effectiveness in contested situations, making him a draft favorite.
