What happened: Yahoo Sports put forward an offseason trade scenario sending Kayshon Boutte from New England to Washington as a receiving upgrade. The conceptual swap would allow Washington to bolster its perimeter offense while sidestepping the prolonged uncertainty of the Aiyuk drama.

Why it matters: New England has faced continuous speculation regarding its wideout room since Kayshon Boutte was reported open to a trade after the team acquired A.J. Brown. For Washington, identifying secondary trade options offers roster flexibility ahead of the 2026 regular season.

What to watch: Further clarity on Washington's perimeter targets will emerge once NFL training camps commence later this month.