Kayshon Boutte

Career StatsD+

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		34	78	1,159	9
2025		14	33	551	6
2024		15	43	589	3
2023		5

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This Kayshon Boutte extension represents an absolute steal for the Patriots, earning an A- CVI that reflects exceptional value for a young receiver with untapped potential. At just $1.0M AAV over four years, New England locked up a rotational player at essentially minimum wage while securing $3.8M in non-guaranteed money that provides tremendous upside with minimal risk. The contract structure is brilliant — if Boutte develops into the productive receiver the Patriots believe he can become, they'll have an elite slot option at a fraction of market rate, and if he doesn't pan out, they can move on after year one with only $200K in dead money. For a team that's been searching for reliable pass-catching depth behind their established targets, committing this little guaranteed money to a player who showed flashes as a rookie is smart roster building. This deal screams developmental upside play, and given Boutte's LSU pedigree and the Patriots' track record with receiver development, the A- CVI reflects a low-risk, high-reward contract that could age beautifully if the young wideout takes the next step.

Performance Analysis

Kayshon Boutte grades as a rotational player among NFL wide receivers — a middle-of-the-pack player at the position. His strongest area is yards per reception at 16.7 (well above the NFL average of 12.7), ranking as well above average for the position. Receiving yards per game, at 39.4 compared to an NFL average of 50.0, is where he falls short relative to the position. His high yards per catch but low volume suggests a deep-threat role with limited target share. His 2025 season graded as a C, a significant jump from his D mark in 2024.

Current Sentiment

Kayshon Boutte finds himself in an intriguing position entering 2026, earning a solid B grade from the Contract Value Index (CVI) as his development trajectory creates mixed signals around his long-term role in New England. The third-year receiver has quietly emerged as an efficient deep threat, drawing positive coverage for his on-field growth and leadership qualities that suggest he's maturing into a reliable contributor on his modest $1.0M annual contract. However, Boutte's perception remains complicated by persistent trade speculation and analyst commentary suggesting the Patriots may not view him as a cornerstone piece, despite his apparent fan-favorite status and improving production. This organizational uncertainty creates a fascinating dynamic where his individual performance appears to be trending upward while his institutional fit remains questionable. The media narrative frames Boutte as a player caught between proving his worth and navigating front office uncertainty, making his 2026 season critical for determining whether he solidifies his role or becomes a trade candidate. His affordable contract and development window suggest the Patriots are still evaluating his long-term potential, but the mixed messaging around his future prevents the overwhelmingly positive sentiment his on-field trajectory might otherwise generate.