Texans acquire Kayshon Boutte from Patriots ahead of NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:04 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

The Houston Texans have traded for wide receiver Kayshon Boutte from the New England Patriots. This move comes in response to Jayden Higgins' season-ending knee injury. Boutte, who recorded over 1,159 yards and nine touchdowns in three seasons, is expected to bolster the Texans' receiving corps as they embark on the 2026 NFL season. The Patriots receive safety Jaylen Reed and a future draft pick in return. The Texans are looking to enhance their offensive options as they prepare to open the season against the Buffalo Bills.
- •Jayden Higgins suffered a season-ending knee injury.
- •Kayshon Boutte had over 1,159 receiving yards with the Patriots.
- •The Texans will face the Buffalo Bills in Week 1.
- •Houston also features receivers Nico Collins and Tank Dell.
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Texans land former star SEC receiver amid injury bug
"C.J. Stroud receives another pass-catching weapon ahead of the 2026 NFL season.
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