HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans acquired vast receiver Kayshon Boutte from the New England Patriots on Monday.
Boutte confirmed the deal on social media earlier than both staff introduced it. In keeping with a number of stories, Houston despatched security Jaylen Reed and a 2028 seventh-round draft decide to the Patriots.
The transfer comes after No. 2 receiver Jayden Higgins L in a joint observe with the Las Vegas Raiders Tuesday.
Boutte, a sixth-round decide within the 2023 NFL draft, had 33 receptions for 551 yards and 6 touchdowns final season.
The Patriots had a logjam on the place after buying and selling for receiver A.J. Brown in June and signing Romeo Doubs to a four-year, $68 million contract in March.
The Texans additionally signed veteran receivers Zay Jones and Sterling Shepard this weekend as they give the impression of being to fill the void left by Higgins' harm.
Higgins, who was anticipated to begin alongside star Nico Collins, had 41 receptions for 525 yards and 6 touchdowns as a rookie final yr.
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