Patriots scouting report: Kayshon Boutte’s future is TBD, for a variety of reasons

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 11: Kayshon Boutte #9 of the New England Patriots runs during an NFL wild card playoff game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium on January 11, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) | Getty Images The New England Patriots had their fair share of issues selecting wide receivers in the NFL Draft through the years, but they found a pair of diamonds in the rough in the sixth round in 2023. We already spoke about DeMario Douglas , a fascinating role player, earlier in our Patriots scouting report series.

Now, the focus shifts to fellow fourth-year man Kayshon Boutte. The Patriots’ most reliable field stretcher in each of the past two years, Boutte once again is the subject of considerable speculation this offseason. What will come of it remains to be seen.

For now, let’s focus on the player and see how he could help New England after all in 2026. Hard facts Name: Kayshon Boutte Position: Wide receiver Jersey number: 9 Opening day age: 24 (5/7/2002) Measurements : 5’11 1/4”, 197 lbs, 31 3/8” arm length, 9 1/2” hand size, 4. 50s 40-yard dash, 7.

14s 3-cone drill, 4. 25s short shuttle, 29” vertical jump, 9’10” broad jump, 11 bench press reps, 4. 99 Relative Athletic Score Experience NFL: New England Patriots (2023-) | College: LSU (2020-22) Boutte was a highly-regarded player coming out of Westgate High School in New Iberia, LA, and one of the top wide receiver recruits in the nation.