Texas A&M's KC Concepcion Impresses at NFL Combine

Wide receiver born in Rochester, NY has strong meeting with hometown Buffalo Bills

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Texas A&M wide receiver KC Concepcion, who was born in Rochester, New York, impressed at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Concepcion, who has overcome a childhood speech impediment, had a strong meeting with the Buffalo Bills, his father's favorite team. Concepcion excelled in drills at the Combine, including the gauntlet drill where he barely stepped off the line.

Why it matters

Concepcion's inspiring story of overcoming a speech impediment to become a top NFL prospect has resonated with many, including the co-founder of Netflix who shared his own similar experience. Concepcion's potential selection by the Buffalo Bills, the team his father has supported since his childhood, would be a feel-good homecoming story.

The details

Concepcion, who spent two seasons at NC State before transferring to Texas A&M, was the Aggies' leading receiver in 2025 with 919 yards and 9 touchdowns. At the Combine, he impressed scouts with his performance in drills like the gauntlet, which tests receivers' speed, focus and hand-eye coordination.

  • Concepcion spoke to the media at the NFL Combine on Friday, February 27, 2026.
  • Concepcion participated in Combine drills on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The players

KC Concepcion

A wide receiver from Texas A&M who was born in Rochester, New York and has overcome a childhood speech impediment.

Kevin Concepcion

KC Concepcion's father, who also had a speech impediment and is a fan of the Buffalo Bills.

Josh Allen

The star quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, one of the greatest in the league.

Marc Randolph

The co-founder of Netflix, who shared his own personal story of overcoming a stutter in middle school after seeing Concepcion's inspiring performance at the Combine.

ETphonehome1012

A Texas A&M fan whose son also stutters, and who shared a story about Concepcion inspiring their son.

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What they’re saying

“The meeting with the Bills went really well, you know, I actually was born in New York—that 585 [an area code for Western New York including Rochester]. The Bills is actually my dad's favorite team, so I've been watching them since I was young. I've been seeing Josh Allen; he's one of the greatest quarterbacks in the league. I would be grateful.”

— KC Concepcion, Texas A&M Wide Receiver (chron.com)

“When I was a kid, I would cry because of my speech impediment. KC would be around these kids just stuttering, but he embraced it. I never witnessed any of his teammates make fun of him.”

— Kevin Concepcion, KC Concepcion's Father (Our Esquina)

“Most people don't know, but I developed a stutter in middle school. Not terrible. But noticeable enough that people noticed, and noticeable enough that I noticed them noticing. I never really "cured" it... I could tell fast who judged me, who didn't notice, and who underestimated me. So, when I see KC Concepcion step up to a mic at the NFL Combine, knowing exactly how much courage that moment takes—all I feel is respect.”

— Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix (X)

“He came up to my son, they dapped up, and HE was the one giving the inspirational speech to my son! 'You and me, we're the same, we go through the same thing everyday, but don't ever let nobody tell you what you cannot do! Go be great my boy!'”

— ETphonehome1012, Texas A&M Fan (X)

What’s next

The Buffalo Bills, who have the 26th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, will evaluate whether to select KC Concepcion, who impressed them in their pre-Combine meeting.

The takeaway

KC Concepcion's inspiring story of overcoming a childhood speech impediment to become a top NFL prospect has resonated with many, including those who have faced similar challenges. His potential selection by his father's favorite team, the Buffalo Bills, would be a feel-good homecoming story.