Patriots acquire Jaylen Reed in completed trade with Texans

New England also lands a 2028 seventh-round pick

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 251 min read

Patriots announced that they have acquired S Jaylen Reed and a 2028 seventh-round draft pick in a trade with the Houston Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Kayshon Boutte moves to Houston in the straight exchange. The deal was processed Monday on the NFL transaction wire.

Why it matters: Houston adds a receiver after a season-ending ACL injury created a need at the position. Boutte is entering the final year of his rookie contract.

What to watch: Both players enter the final stretch of preseason with new clubs ahead of roster cutdowns.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-08-25T17:06:30.074287+00:00

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