TheNew England Patriots' clash with theHouston Texansin thedivisional roundwas the fifth-to-last game of this NFL season, but that was plenty of time for Pats wide receiverKayshon Boutteto submit his bid for a Catch of the Year contender.
Boutte dove for a one-handed touchdown grab during thePatriots' playoff meeting with theTexanswhile covered tightly by All-Pro cornerbackDerek Stingley Jr. The catch gave New England a 12-point lead just over two minutes into the fourth quarter – crucial breathing room in a game that was heavily defined by strong defensive play.
Boutte's touchdown catch was his seventh of the year and his first in the playoffs in his three-year career. The former sixth-round pick's 32-yard gain on the throw also gave him 75 yards on the evening, making him New England's most productive pass-catcher in the divisional round.
KAYSHON BOUTTE HOW?!?! 🤯Incredible catch for the TD! 🔥Texans-Patriots on ABC, ESPN and the ESPN Apppic.twitter.com/ZtlVxmiwsE
— ESPN (@espn)January 18, 2026
