What happened: Tom Pelissero reported New England will receive safety Jaylen Reed and a 2028 seventh-round pick. The move ends months of trade speculation around Boutte.

Why it matters: Houston adds another receiver before the 2026 opener. New England converts surplus at the position into secondary depth and a future asset.

What to watch: Watch where Boutte lands in Houston's preseason rotation and how Reed fits New England's safety depth chart.