Miles Boykin

Miles Boykin (born October 12, 1996) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, and was selected in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft by the Baltimore Ravens. Boykin also played for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Early life Boykin grew up in Tinley Park, Illinois where he played little league football for the Tinley Park Bulldogs organization. Boykin attended Providence Catholic High School in New Lenox, Illinois. He committed to the University of Notre Dame to play college football.

College career After redshirting his first year at Notre Dame in 2015, Boykin played in 12 games in 2016 and had six receptions for 81 yards and a touchdown. As a sophomore in 2017, he had 12 receptions for 253 yards and two touchdowns. He was named the MVP of the 2018 Citrus Bowl after recording three receptions for 102 yards and the game-winning touchdown. As a junior in 2018, Boykin had 59 receptions for 872 yards and eight touchdowns. After the season, he entered the 2019 NFL draft.

Professional career

Baltimore Ravens

Boykin was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the third round (93rd overall) of the 2019 NFL draft. He caught a touchdown pass in his NFL debut in the Ravens' 2019 season opener against the Miami Dolphins. Boykin recorded a career-high three receptions and his second career touchdown in Week 4 against the Cleveland Browns. He recorded a career-high 55 yards, including a 50-yard catch, in Week 7 against the Seattle Seahawks. Boykin recorded his third touchdown against the New York Jets in Week 15.

Boykin was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list by the team on December 16, 2020, and activated three days later.

On September 1, 2021, Boykin was placed on injured reserve to start the season with a hamstring injury. On September 29, Boykin was activated to the active roster.

On April 18, 2022, the Ravens released Boykin to save salary cap space.

Pittsburgh Steelers On April 19, 2022, the Pittsburgh Steelers claimed Boykin off of waivers.

He was re-signed to a one-year contract on April 24, 2023.

New York Giants On April 9, 2024, Boykin signed with the New York Giants. On August 28, Boykin was released by the Giants and re-signed to the practice squad the same day, but was released a few days later.

Seattle Seahawks On September 18, 2024, Boykin was signed to the Seattle Seahawks' practice squad.

Chicago Bears On April 3, 2025, Boykin was signed by the Chicago Bears to a one-year deal. On August 26, he was released by the Bears as part of final roster cuts and signed to the practice squad the following day. On November 8, Boykin was released.

Dallas Renegades On January 13, 2026, Boykin was selected by the Dallas Renegades in the 2026 UFL Draft. However, on February 11, Boykin announced his retirement from professional football.

Career statistics

NFL Year Team Games Receiving GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD 2019 BAL 16 11 13 198 15.2 50 3 2020 BAL 16 13 19 266 14.0 43 4 2021 BAL 8 0 1 6 6.0 6 0 2022 PIT 16 1 2 11 5.5 11 0 2023 PIT 17 0 3 17 5.7 6 0 Career 73 25 38 498 13.1 50 7

College Year Team Games Receiving GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD 2015 Notre Dame 0 0 2016 Notre Dame 12 0 6 81 13.5 25 1 2017 Notre Dame 12 1 12 253 21.1 55 2 2018 Notre Dame 13 12 59 872 14.8 40 8Career 37 13 77 1,206 15.7 55 11