Cleveland Browns select former Washington teammates in 2026 NFL draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Cleveland Browns drafted wide receiver Denzel Boston and offensive lineman Parker Brailsford, former teammates from the Washington Huskies, during the second round of the 2026 NFL draft. Brailsford became a starter at right guard as a redshirt freshman in 2023, while Boston recorded 20 touchdown catches in his two seasons as a starter. Both players are expected to contribute significantly as the Browns aim to improve upon their recent history of success, which has included only four winning seasons since 2000. Boston expressed optimism about their rookie class, emphasizing collaboration and growth.
- •Denzel Boston and Parker Brailsford were drafted by the Browns.
- •Boston had 20 touchdown catches at Washington.
- •Brailsford started as a right guard in 2023.
- •The Browns have struggled with only four winning seasons since 2000.
- •Boston emphasizes teamwork and building momentum moving forward.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Washington football teammates reunited with Cleveland Browns
"The Cleveland Browns reunited a pair of former Washington Huskies teammates through the 2026 NFL draft.
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