The former seventh-round pick started his career as a member of the Minnesota Vikings from 2019-22, joining the Arizona Cardinals ahead of the 2023 season before he was cut by the team and signed with Houston to close out the year.

Boyd has primarily been utilized on special teams, recording eight tackles and one fumble recovery across 17 appearances during his 2024 campaign. He received a larger defensive role in Week 18 but struggled, allowing three catches and receiving a mere 30.4 grade from Pro Football Focus .