Kayshon Boutte vs Terry McLaurin: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Kayshon Boutte and Terry McLaurin is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New England Patriots wide receiver put up 7.7 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Terry McLaurin of the Washington Commanders averaged 9.5 in 10. A 1.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 1.8 points favors Terry McLaurin, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one wide receiver to the other.
Both are workload receivers with similar target shares. Kayshon Boutte turned 46 targets into 551 yards and 6 touchdowns, while Terry McLaurin converted 60 looks into 582 yards and 3 scores. When target volume is this close, game script and defensive matchup typically decide the weekly winner.
Both share a Week 14 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.
