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Patriots' Kayshon Boutte trade rumor could be disappointing end for Drake Maye favorite
TL;DR
The New England Patriots are involved in trade talks for A.J. Brown, which could lead to significant changes in their wide receiver lineup, potentially impacting Kayshon Boutte's position on the team.
Key points
- Patriots are in trade talks for A.J. Brown
- Potential impact on Kayshon Boutte's role
- Romeo Doubs signed by the Patriots this offseason
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The New England Patriots remain at the center of A.J. Brown trade talks with the Philadelphia Eagles.
If that move were to happen, it could be just one domino in some additional wide receiver movement for the Pats.
New England already signed Romeo Doubs this offseason.
If Brown comes to town, too, it could be meaningful news for Kayshon Boutte.
NFL insider Jordan Schultz posted on X on Monday that Boutte is "a name that has come up in trade talks."
"With Romeo Doubs coming in and the eventual AJ Brown trade, teams believe he could be available for the right price," writes Schultz.
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While Doubs and Brown would obviously form a great receiver group, it'd be a bit of a disappointing fate for Boutte in new England.
He's still young, turning 24 in May. The former sixth-round pick is coming off a career-high six touchdowns that came as part of 33 catches and 551 yards.
Q&A
What does the A.J. Brown trade mean for Kayshon Boutte?
If A.J. Brown is traded to the Patriots, it could lead to Kayshon Boutte's diminished role on the team.
Who are the New England Patriots targeting in trade talks?
The Patriots are currently focused on trade discussions involving A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles.
What other wide receivers have the Patriots signed this offseason?
The Patriots have signed Romeo Doubs this offseason, adding to their wide receiver options.
