Patriots consider trade involving Kayshon Boutte for draft pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

The New England Patriots are exploring the possibility of trading wide receiver Kayshon Boutte, potentially to the Houston Texans, for a 2027 Round 4 pick. This interest arises amidst reports of other teams needing wide receivers, particularly after an injury to Houston's Jayden Higgins. The Patriots have added A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, which could impact Boutte's role on the team. Despite expressing frustration over his targets, the Patriots may opt to retain him unless a compelling trade offer materializes.
- •Patriots may trade Kayshon Boutte for a draft pick.
- •Potential deal involves the Houston Texans and a future round pick.
- •Injury to Texans receiver Jayden Higgins increases trade discussions.
- •New England added A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs this offseason.
- •Boutte has shown frustration over his targets in New England.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots Trade Pitch Sends Kayshon Boutte to AFC Team for One Draft Pick
"The Patriots are probably looking for more in a trade.
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