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Clamoring foul about the trade of Kayshon Boutte was rampant when it happened back in August. And that dismay only grew when A.J. Brown succumbed to injury in the New England Patriots’ season opener in Seattle.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 18

Why Kayshon Boutte Could Be Texans' X-Factor in Week 2 vs. Bengals

The Houston Texans' wide receiver room could be looking a little different than usual heading into their Week 2 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / September 16

A.J. Brown's Ankle Injury Reopens Patriots' Kayshon Boutte Trade Wound

Following the offseason acquisitions of A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, Kayshon Boutte requested and was ultimately granted a trade to the Houston Texans.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?

The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz

The 'Single-season TD record by NFL team' quiz

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 12

Patriots making expected A.J. Brown move after concerning injury report

On Friday, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter shared some expected news regarding Brown's short-term status.

Patriots add familiar foe in DaQuan Jones after Week 1 disappointment

Patriots teammates send strong messages to Drake Maye after Seahawks loss

Patriots still have a lot to prove to doubters, critics

The 'Multiple 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

AFC Notes: Kayshon Boutte, Cam Ward, Jaguars, Texans, Titans

Jaguars OT Anton Harrison is set to line up at left tackle after appearing on the opposite side. Jacksonville GM James Gladstone thinks Harrison is naturally suited to play the position and is “where he’s most comfortable.” “I think that he is naturally someone who fits the bill for the left tackle spot,” Gladstone said, via JaguarsWire.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Former Patriots WR Set to Take on Expanded Role in First Season With Texans

Kayshon Boutte is set to take on an expanded role immediately after joining the Houston Texans, with the former New England Patriots wide receiver expected to make an impact in Sunday’s season opener against the Buffalo Bills.

Houston Texans News / Larry Brown Sports / September 8

Texans have big plans for newly-acquired wide receiver

The Houston Texans clearly believe they have pulled off something of a heist with their trade for wide receiver Kayshon Boutte. Aaron Wilson of KPRC reported Tuesday that the Texans have “big plans” for Boutte and intend to utilize him immediately in the team’s season opener against the Buffalo Bills.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / September 4

The Kayshon Boutte Trade Creates One Hidden Problem for Texans

After 2025 second-round pick Jayden Higgins suffered a season-ending torn ACL in training camp last month, the Houston Texans didn't want to wait much longer to add some additional depth in their wide receiver room.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 4

Texans' Boutte responds to stunning Vrabel admission about Patriots trade

Texans' Kayshon Boutte responds to stunning Mike Vrabel admission about Patriots trade

While speaking with reporters this week, Boutte responded to Vrabel's comment.

NFL executives share concerns about Texans' C.J. Stroud amid contract uncertainty

Texans' C.J. Stroud has seemingly made contract decision after Nick Caserio comments

Texans GM Nick Caserio addresses C.J. Stroud contract situation

The '2025 NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

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The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 4

Kayshon Boutte Faces Uphill Climb for Reps in Texans' Receiver Room

Kayshon Boutte arrived with the Houston Texans, a team with a crowded receiver room, as a replacement, not a guaranteed starter. The Texans acquired him after Jayden Higgins suffered a season-ending ACL injury, creating an immediate need behind Nico Collins.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 3

DeMeco Ryans' Latest Comments Makes Kayshon Boutte’s Texans Role Clear

The Houston Texans' wide receiver room tends to look a bit better with the presence of Kayshon Boutte in the mix following the team's recent trade to acquire him from the New England Patriots in exchange for safety Jaylen Reed and a seventh-round pick.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 28

Patriots' Mike Vrabel opens up about Christian Gonzalez frustrations, Kayshon Boutte trade

The biggest stories regarding the New England Patriots this week had nothing to do with their preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns, a game New England lost 37-13, on Thursday night. Cornerback Christian Gonzalez and the Patriots have been involved in a lengthy contract standoff that seemingly won't be ending anytime soon.

Insider speculates on holdup between Christian Gonzalez, Patriots

Adam Schefter shares update on Patriots, Christian Gonzalez contract standoff

Patriots insider shares Drake Maye, A.J. Brown warning for rest of NFL

Dillon Gabriel should be Browns backup after great game makes mockery of team's QB competition

NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2025 NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the qualifying NFL receivers to average at least 13 yards-per-catch in the 2025 season can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Field Level Media / August 24

Reports: Texans obtain WR Kayshon Boutte from Patriots

The Houston Texans are acquiring receiver Kayshon Boutte from the New England Patriots for safety Jaylen Reed and a seventh-round draft pick in 2028, according to multiple reports Monday.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 24

Patriots trade WR Kayshon Boutte for secondary depth

Patriots trade expendable WR Kayshon Boutte for secondary depth

In a roster shakeup three weeks before the regular season gets underway, the New England Patriots traded a wide receiver for help in the secondary.

Texans acquire Kayshon Boutte as injuries continue to impact WR room

Mike Vrabel addresses apparent shot at Patriots' backups after preseason win over Eagles

Patriots' Mike Vrabel finally delivers encouraging Christian Gonzalez update

Patriots avoid injury with A.J. Brown, but not with TreVeyon Henderson

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / August 24

Kayshon Boutte has been traded by Patriots

After an offseason of rumors, the New England Patriots have finally traded wide receiver Kayshon Boutte. Boutte is being dealt to the Houston Texans, according to Tom Pelissero of The Ringer.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 24

Texans acquire Kayshon Boutte as injuries continue to impact WR room

Injuries have become an unfortunate theme for the Houston Texans wide receiver room, and the team is taking another step to add some depth.

Patriots trade expendable Boutte for secondary depth

Patriots' Mike Vrabel pumps brakes on growing Drake Maye hype

Vrabel finally delivers encouraging Christian Gonzalez update

Vrabel addresses apparent shot at Patriots' backups after preseason win

Patriots avoid injury with A.J. Brown, but not with TreVeyon Henderson

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 24

Patriots have seemingly made Kayshon Boutte trade decision

New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte remained the subject of trade rumors ahead of the club's preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Patriots executive drops Christian Gonzalez contract update

Best, worst things from Saturday's NFL preseason action

Mike Vrabel addresses apparent shot at Patriots' backups after preseason win over Eagles

The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

There might finally be a trade partner for Patriots' Kayshon Boutte

The New England Patriots went from having one of the most underwhelming wide receiver corps in the league to having more mouths than they can feed.

Drake Maye's Patriots teammate emerges as favorite to be traded

Eagles' Jalen Hurts discusses feelings about Patriots' A.J. Brown, advice for Drake Maye

Patriots' A.J. Brown addresses potential closure after facing Eagles in joint practice

The 'Most TD-catches in a season by team' quiz

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 18

Patriots' Kayshon Boutte has one final response to trade saga

Boutte is entering a contract year with no new deal in sight.

Patriots' Mike Vrabel drops concerning Christian Gonzalez update

Mike Vrabel calls out Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas again

Patriots' Mike Vrabel gives Christian Gonzalez update after Seahawks lock Devon Witherspoon down

The 'Active 3-TD pass NFL games' quiz

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 7

Kayshon Boutte shares update about Patriots future amid trade rumors

Boutte reportedly requested a trade after the club acquired both Romeo Doubs and A.J. Brown during the offseason. Boutte nevertheless has remained with the Patriots through the start of training camp.

Patriots' Will Campbell gets an unexpected endorsement

A.J. Brown, Christian Gonzalez nearly scuffle during Patriots training camp

Patriots' A.J. Brown explains his mindset ahead of practice vs. Eagles

The 'Most 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 3