Puka Nacua 2.0? Miami Dolphins could target Denzel Boston in Round 1

The Miami Dolphins ’ answer to filling the void left by Jaylen Waddle could be a receiver who will never be confused with Jaylen Waddle. Whereas Waddle’s game is built around his sprinter’s speed, former Washington receiver Denzel Boston’s eye-catching trait is at the other end of the spectrum. He’s 6-feet-4 and 212 pounds, known not for speed but for toughness and strong hands that helped him score 20 touchdowns over the past two seasons.

If any of that has you picturing another Puka Nacua, you’re not alone. NFL. com analyst Lance Zierlein compares Boston to Nacua (6-2, 216), making no apologies in the process.

“Two-year starter with elite ball skills that should supersede athletic/speed limitations,” Zierlein wrote. “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.

” More Dolphins : Miami Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan blows it all up, bets on himself Boston seems fine making a living that way. Ask him his favorite receivers and he’ll list Mike Evans, Tee Higgins and Nico Collins. As for great receivers of the past, he has to go with Randy Moss, Jerry Rice, Terrell Owens and Calvin Johnson.