"Boutte has started five games this season for the Patriots, and he's played 72 percent of the plays on offense. That number doesn't need to change because the Patriots do like to use several personnel groupings, and they finally have enough depth at receiver to give players like Diggs and Boutte some rest. But what needs to change is the number of targets."
"Boutte has just 30 targets through the first eight games and has not exceeded five targets in a single game since Week 1. However, he continues to be highly efficient, averaging a stunning 14.4 yards per target this season. That is the highest number in the league among players with at least 15 targets, according to Pro Football Reference. Boutte is averaging over 18 yards per reception this year and has really developed into a good player in New England."
Stefon Diggs provides the Patriots with a de facto No. 1 receiver while the rest of the unit fills complementary roles. Kayshon Boutte has broken out in Year 3, starting five games and playing 72 percent of offensive snaps. Boutte has only 30 targets through eight games but produces elite efficiency, averaging 14.4 yards per target and over 18 yards per reception. He has 23 catches for 431 yards and a team-high five touchdowns. Boutte’s target share lags behind his production, so the Patriots should increase his target volume to better exploit his playmaking.
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