Patriots trade Kayshon Boutte to Texans ahead of Bills matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:11 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The New England Patriots traded wide receiver Kayshon Boutte to the Houston Texans on August 24, 2026. This trade comes after the Texans' starting receiver Jayden Higgins suffered a season-ending injury. Boutte, who had a strong season last year, is expected to fill a significant role in Houston's receiving corps. The Patriots received safety Jaylen Reed and a draft pick in return. The Bills will face the Texans in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season, where they will contend with Boutte's addition to the Texans. Updates on the Bills' adjustments will follow throughout the season.
- •Kayshon Boutte was traded to the Texans from the Patriots.
- •The Texans needed a replacement after losing Jayden Higgins to injury.
- •Boutte recorded 33 catches for 551 yards last season.
- •The Patriots received Jaylen Reed and a draft pick in the deal.
- •The Bills will face the Texans in their first game of the season.
- 9:11 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots execute big trade with early opponent on Bills' 2026 NFL schedule
"Two teams the Bills face during the 2026 NFL season agreed to a big trade on Monday.
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