With the NFL Draft just one week away, the mock draft circuit is in full swing, and former Washington Huskies star Denzel Boston continues to be a popular name. The latest projection comes from The Athletic's respected analyst Dane Brugler, who has delivered a tantalizing scenario for the dynamic wide receiver.
In his updated mock, Brugler pairs Boston with the Kansas City Chiefs at pick No. 29. This move would instantly connect the 6-foot-4 playmaker with the league's premier quarterback, two-time MVP and three-time Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes. For a Chiefs offense looking to solidify its receiving corps, Boston represents a perfect schematic fit for head coach Andy Reid's creative system.
The context in Kansas City makes this projection particularly compelling. The team is navigating an offseason of transition at wide receiver, marked by Xavier Worthy's injury history and Rashee Rice's off-field issues, even after re-signing the legendary Travis Kelce. Boston's proven versatility and reliable hands could provide Mahomes with a crucial new weapon at all levels of the field as the Chiefs aim for a historic three-peat.
"The Chiefs have used a top-60 draft pick at wide receiver in three of the past four drafts, but the position remains unsettled for them," Brugler noted. "Boston is a tall ball winner and would be somewhat of a pivot from what this team normally drafts early at the position."
Boston's college resume at Washington is a testament to his adaptability and big-play ability. He amassed 132 receptions for 1,781 yards and 20 touchdowns, showcasing his skills from the X-receiver spot, in the slot, and even out of the backfield under coach Jedd Fisch. That kind of positional flexibility is exactly what makes a player thrive in Andy Reid's offense and could make him an ideal target for Mahomes for years to come.
Landing in Kansas City would also bring Boston's journey full circle in a fascinating way. The Chiefs acquired this very first-round pick by trading another former Washington standout, All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie. Now, they might use it to bring another Husky star into the fold, aiming to build the next chapter of their championship offense around a talented new target.