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Patriots' Mike Vrabel Explains Kayshon Boutte's Offseason Workout Absence Amid Trade Rumors
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Kayshon Boutte, New England Patriots wide receiver, is absent from offseason workouts amid trade rumors. Coach Mike Vrabel addressed his absence as speculation about Boutte's potential trade increases.
Key points
- Kayshon Boutte is absent from offseason workouts
- Mike Vrabel addressed Boutte's absence
- Trade rumors involve Boutte amid talks of A.J. Brown
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The New England Patriots are suddenly expected to land A.J. Brown when trade talks reportedly resume after June 1, and Kayshon Boutte's name has started popping up in trade rumors.
NFL insider Jordan Schultz has mentioned Boutte's name reportedly coming up in trade talks, as some teams think he is available if Brown is headed to the Patriots. Boutte is not present for the start of the Patriots' voluntary offseason workouts, and Mike Vrabel commented on his absence, per MassLive's Mark Daniels.
"Don’t really try to have a sense of anything (on) why guys don’t come. It’s voluntary, but I will tell you that Kayshon has communicated, which I texted him and told him that I respected him for doing so,” Vrabel said on Tuesday." But there are different reasons why guys aren’t here, or we will miss a day. That’s their prerogative. It’s voluntary. We have a few days that are mandatory. We just want to make it a product that they feel like is worthwhile being here. That’s important.”
Q&A
Why is Kayshon Boutte absent from Patriots offseason workouts?
Kayshon Boutte is absent from the Patriots' voluntary offseason workouts, which has raised questions amid trade rumors.
What did Mike Vrabel say about Kayshon Boutte's absence?
Mike Vrabel commented on Boutte's absence during the offseason workouts, indicating it is linked to ongoing trade discussions.
Are there trade rumors involving Kayshon Boutte?
Yes, Kayshon Boutte's name has surfaced in trade rumors, especially with the potential acquisition of A.J. Brown by the Patriots.
