The New England Patriots have acquired safety Jaylen Reed from the Houston Texans in exchange for fan-favourite wide receiver Kayshon Boutte. New England will also receive a seventh-round pick in the 2028 NFL Draft.
The trade was processed on the NFL transaction wire on Monday, ending months of speculation surrounding Boutte's future. The fourth-year receiver is entering the final season of his rookie contract and had reportedly sought a trade during the offseason, although he continued participating with New England and made plays throughout training camp.
