Patriots fans advocate for keeping Kayshon Boutte after sideline moment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 10:31 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
During a preseason game on August 23, 2026, New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte was seen retrieving the ball for rookie Nick DeGennaro following his first NFL touchdown. The moment was captured on camera and has gone viral, prompting fans to call for the Patriots to keep Boutte amid trade rumors. Supporters have taken to social media to express their desire for the team to extend Boutte's contract, highlighting his leadership and reliability as key reasons to retain him.
- •Kayshon Boutte retrieved Nick DeGennaro's first touchdown ball.
- •Fans expressed a desire for the Patriots to keep Boutte.
- •There have been trade rumors surrounding Boutte this offseason.
- •Fans cited Boutte's leadership and reliability in their support.
- •The moment was shared widely on social media.
- 10:31 PMYahoo Sports — Fans want Patriots to keep Kayshon Boutte after viral sideline moment
"Patriots fans are arguing for the team to keep wide receiver Kayshon Boutte.
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