Texans acquire wide receiver Kayshon Boutte from New England Patriots

The Houston Texans acquired wide receiver Kayshon Boutte from the New England Patriots in exchange for safety Jaylen Reed and a 2028 seventh-round draft pick. Houston moved to fill an opening at the position following a season-ending injury to Jaylen Higgins. Boutte is expected to immediately step into a starting role alongside Nico Collins in the Texans' offense. According to reports, the team has firm plans for the receiver's usage as he begins working with quarterback C.J. Stroud. During his previous tenure with the Patriots, Boutte recorded nine touchdowns and averaged 15.2 yards per reception over two seasons. His arrival provides the Houston passing attack with additional depth for the current campaign.

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