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Texans Seek Receiver Trade After Jayden Higgins ACL Injury

8/21/2026

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The Houston Texans need wide receiver depth after Jayden Higgins tore his ACL, sidelining him for the season.
GM Nick Caserio is expected to pursue a receiver trade before the cutdown day, according to Ian Rapoport.
Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte posted 33 catches for 551 yards and six touchdowns last season.
Mike Reiss and Karen Guregian reported Boutte would welcome a trade and asked for one in April.

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The Houston Texans need wide receiver depth after Jayden Higgins tore his ACL, sidelining him for the season.
GM Nick Caserio is expected to pursue a receiver trade before the cutdown day, according to Ian Rapoport.
Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte posted 33 catches for 551 yards and six touchdowns last season.
Mike Reiss and Karen Guregian reported Boutte would welcome a trade and asked for one in April.