Steelers Predicted To Draft 6-Foot-4 Playmaker To Bolster Offense

Washington wideout Denzel Boston

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The Pittsburgh Steelers might consider adding a wide receiver with their first-round pick, even after trading for Michael Pittman Jr. this offseason.

If the Steelers are aiming to strengthen their offense, acquiring a tall receiver who can shine in the red zone would be an excellent move. Ray Fittipaldo from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has a specific player in mind who fits this description perfectly.

Fittipaldo published his seventh-round mock draft on Friday, projecting that the Steelers will select Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston with the 21st pick.

"The Steelers have lacked scoring punch in recent seasons, so what better way to bolster the offense than adding one of the most productive receivers in this draft? Boston caught 20 touchdowns over his final two seasons with the Huskies, including 11 last season when he was named third-team All-Big Ten," Fittipaldo wrote.

"Boston would give the Steelers immense size at receiver, as DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. are also 6 feet 4. McCarthy likes versatility in his receiving corps, and Boston brings experience as an outside and slot receiver."