Patriots trade Kayshon Boutte to Texans for Jaylen Reed and draft pick

The New England Patriots traded wide receiver Kayshon Boutte to the Houston Texans on August 25, 2026. The Patriots received safety Jaylen Reed and a seventh-round pick in 2028 in return. Boutte, who expressed a desire for more playing time, had shown potential during his three seasons with New England. The move reflects the Patriots' confidence in their wide receiver depth after acquiring A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs in the offseason. The Texans aimed to address their need for receiving talent with this acquisition.

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