Kendrick Bourne Traded to Los Angeles Rams

New England Patriots Trade Wide Receiver Kendrick Bourne to Los Angeles Rams

Patriots Receive Draft Compensation in Exchange for Bourne

In a surprising move, the New England Patriots have traded wide receiver Kendrick Bourne to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for undisclosed draft compensation.

Bourne, 27, had a breakout season with the Patriots in 2021, catching 55 passes for 800 yards and five touchdowns. However, he struggled to find a consistent role in the Patriots' offense this season, with just 21 catches for 272 yards and one touchdown through the first seven games.

The Rams are in need of wide receiver help after losing Van Jefferson to a season-ending knee injury. Bourne is expected to play a significant role in the Rams' offense, providing them with a reliable target for quarterback Matthew Stafford.

The Patriots, meanwhile, will be looking to replace Bourne's production with a combination of Jakobi Meyers, DeVante Parker, and Tyquan Thornton. They may also consider signing a free agent wide receiver or making another trade before the November 1st trade deadline.

The trade is a significant development for both the Patriots and Rams. It will be interesting to see how Bourne performs in Los Angeles and how the Patriots adjust to his absence.