No-brainer wide receiver trade package is too good for Patriots to refuse

As the 2025 NFL preseason concludes, teams are preparing to reduce their rosters to 53 players, leading to increased trade activity to address roster gaps. The New England Patriots are among the teams expected to make moves, including potentially trading veteran safety Kyle Dugger and considering offers for wide receivers.

The Minnesota Vikings, dealing with injuries and suspensions at wide receiver, are actively seeking help at the position. If they approach the Patriots with an offer, such as a fifth-round pick, for receiver Kendrick Bourne, New England may find it beneficial to accept given their depth at the position after offseason additions like Stefon Diggs and Kyle Williams.

Although trading a wide receiver might seem surprising given New England's previous concerns at the position, the team now has sufficient depth with players like DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, and Kayshon Boutte. Bourne, who had modest production last season, could see reduced playing time in New England but might provide valuable short-term support for the Vikings until their receivers return to health.