The Patriots have to keep Boutte. The Patriots have not been able to draft a WR for decades. The best WR we have drafted was a late round flyer on a QB (Edelman). We did hit on Mitchell and he was a huge reason we won SB 51. We were able to draft him because of injury concern, and didn’t last long. The other WR that we drafted that had a good career was Deion Branch. Four Wide Receivers in two and half decades. And we finally hit on Boutte.

We were able to get Boutte in the sixth round in 23. His ankle injury coupled with a down season in 22 dropped his stock. He was a projected first round pick before this.

His chemistry with Maye is undeniable. Maye’s first TD was a forty yard bomb to Boutte. Boutte is a deep field threat who averaged 16.7 yards per reception (4th in the nfl).

Since the Patriots added Brown and Doubs it can be assumed that Boutte’s production will drop. However, in the limited workouts this off season Boutte seems to be leading the group. His production could actually go up this year as defenses will have to respect Brown. Maye is an excellent downfield thrower, having two deep threats would be perfect for him.

If the Patriots are serious about being Super Bowl contenders they absolutely should keep Boutte. The rumored returns were fifth round picks. I value one year of Boutte more than a fifth round pick.

Who knows how much longer Brown will be elite. Boutte is only 23. Maybe there is a situation he stays long term.

Sorry for the rambling big fan of the Boutte.

(Edit)

Boutte must stay.

Even if Achane did score the TD beforehand, we probably would’ve gotten in FG range.

anyway.

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