Patriots and Texans may reconsider Kayshon Boutte trade following struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 5:04 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
The New England Patriots and Houston Texans face challenges four games into the NFL season, prompting speculation about a potential trade-back involving wide receiver Kayshon Boutte. After trading Boutte to the Texans for safety Jaylen Reed and a draft pick, the Patriots have struggled with injuries to key receivers, including A.J. Brown. The Texans, sitting at 0-4 and dealing with defensive issues, may view recouping draft capital as valuable. Boutte found more success in New England, recording nine receptions for 115 yards in Houston.
- •Patriots have lost A.J. Brown to injury and face offensive struggles.
- •Texans are winless and could value a draft pick over Boutte.
- •Boutte posted better stats with the Patriots than the Texans.
- •Potential for a trade-back exists given both teams' situations.
- 5:04 PMYahoo Sports — Should Patriots and Texans consider trade-back for WR Kayshon Boutte?
"The Patriots could use Kayshon Boutte, and the Texans don't really need him. Should the two teams consider a trade-back scenario?
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