"Because the Patriots currently have the most available cap space going into the upcoming trade deadline, they are one of the top teams being discussed to make some big-time moves to improve their roster this season. There are a few positions they could target, with fans hoping it will be for a wide receiver, but that might not be in the cards."
"Through the first six games, that has clearly been Kayshon Boutte, with a nice surprise performance from DeMario Douglas against the Saints last week to put him back in the conversation. For the most part, it seems they're in good hands, but fans are still hoping for a star player via trade. The problem is that NFL insiders are not anticipating that it will be a position Mike Vrabel and Co. will prioritize if they do engage in a trade or two."
"insider Tom Pelissero seemed to shut down the idea of a receiver making their way to the Patriots despite the consistent rumors suggesting otherwise. That won't be something Patriots fans urging for AJ Brown or Chris Olave will like to hear. "I don't view wide receiver as a spot that they're looking because Stefon Diggs has come on. ... Diggs looks like Diggs again. Kayshon Boutte is one of the undertold stories in the NFL right now. He's played really well.""
The Patriots enter the trade deadline with the most available cap space and are considered prime candidates for roster upgrades. Stefon Diggs has played well, and Kayshon Boutte has emerged as a reliable target, with DeMario Douglas flashing recently. Fan interest centers on acquiring a star wide receiver, but NFL insiders are not expecting wide receiver to be a primary trade priority. Insider Tom Pelissero indicated the team views the receiving room as improved, reducing the urgency to pursue a blockbuster offensive weapon. Trades, if any, may therefore focus on other positions.
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