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Texans Trade for Boutte After Higgins Injury | Houston Texans News
The Houston Texans made a bold move, trading defensive back Jaylen Reed and a future seventh-round pick to the Patriots for wide receiver Kayshon Boutte—just days after rookie star Jayden Higgins tore his ACL. With Higgins sidelined, the Texans needed immediate firepower to keep C.J. Stroud’s offense humming. Boutte, who averaged nearly 17 yards per catch and scored six touchdowns last season, fits the bill perfectly. Trading depth at DB for explosive WR talent shows they’re prioritizing wins over roster balance—and with Nico Collins on the other side, Boutte could be a key deep threat. It’s…
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