"This is horrible": Patriots fans panic as Kayshon Boutte goes out after suffering hamstring injury vs. Falcons

New England wide receiver Kayshon Boutte exited Sunday’s matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter after reportedly pulling his hamstring. The Patriots ruled him out early in the third, ending what was a promising performance.

His absence sent fans on X into a frenzy.

"This is horrible," one fan wrote.

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"NOOOOOO WHAT THE FUCK," another fan wrote. "Hamstring injury for Boutte? Pats WR corps just took a dump. Rough blow, hope he bounces back strong!" a fan said.

More fans reacted.

"Not good prayers up Boutte," one fan commented. "Who would have thought no Kayshon Boutte would hurt the Patriots offense this much?" another fan said. "Crazy, Kayshon Boutte gets ruled out and now the offense at a stand still??" a fan tweeted.

Boutte entered Week 9 as one of Drake Maye’s most reliable weapons, recording 23 receptions for 431 yards and five touchdowns across eight games. He did not record a catch before leaving the game.

When he was declared out, New England led Atlanta 21-14. DeMario Douglas and Kyle Williams took on a heavier snap count to fill the void in his absence,.

DeMario Douglas steps up after Kayshon Boutte went down

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With Kayshon Boutte sidelined, DeMario Douglas became Drake Maye’s top option. He caught four passes for 100 yards and a touchdown by the time New England confirmed Boutte would not return. Douglas caught a 16-yard scoring strike in the opening quarter and a 58-yard reception that set up an 11-yard touchdown from Maye to Stefon Diggs.

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel spoke about Boutte’s growth as a professional Oct. 20, crediting improved communication and maturity for his breakout.

"I think he communicates better," Vrabel told reporters. "I just think he's a better communicator, whether that's anything that he has to deal with outside of work or outside of football family or just talking in the building. I think that's improved."

Boutte faced long odds to earn his role after an offseason filled with speculation about his roster status. He competed against veterans such as Stefon Diggs, DeMario Douglas and Mack Hollins, as well as rookie Kyle Williams.

Edited by Victor Ramon Galvez