Jayden Higgins vs Kayshon Boutte: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jayden Higgins finished the 2025 season at 6.4 PPG over 17 games with the Houston Texans, while Kayshon Boutte clocked in at 7.7 across 14 appearances for the New England Patriots. A 1.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.
With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.
Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Jayden Higgins turned 68 targets into 525 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Kayshon Boutte converted 46 looks into 551 yards and 6 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.
One thing to note: both players share a Week 14 bye. That means you need a backup plan at wide receiver for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.
