Texas A&M's KC Concepcion ready to showcase versatility at NFL Combine

Aggies wide receiver credits lone season in College Station for reviving his NFL prospects

Mar. 3, 2026 at 6:07am

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KC Concepcion, one of the most versatile talents in college football, said his lone season at Texas A&M "meant everything to me" as he works out for NFL teams at the scouting combine. The wide receiver, who transferred from NC State, credits A&M's coaching staff for revitalizing his game and allowing him to showcase his full skillset after a down sophomore year.

Why it matters

Concepcion is looking to prove he's more than just a "gadget guy" and can be a well-rounded, pro-style receiver at the next level. His versatility and ability to make plays in a variety of ways make him an intriguing prospect, but he'll need to show NFL teams he can be a consistent threat as a traditional wideout.

The details

After a standout freshman year at NC State where he set school records, Concepcion's production dipped as a sophomore as he was used more in the slot and in unconventional ways. Seeking a more traditional receiver role, he transferred to Texas A&M in 2025 and thrived, posting a career-best 919 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns. His 15.1 yards per catch was among the best in the country, and he also proved dangerous as a returner.

  • Concepcion burst onto the scene at NC State in 2023, earning ACC Rookie and Offensive Rookie of the Year honors.
  • His sophomore year at NC State in 2024 saw a dip in production, leading him to transfer to Texas A&M.
  • Concepcion had a standout 2025 season at Texas A&M, winning the Paul Hornung Award as the nation's most versatile player.
  • Concepcion is currently participating in the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

The players

KC Concepcion

A wide receiver who transferred from NC State to Texas A&M for the 2025 season, where he had a breakout year and is now preparing for the NFL Draft.

Will Lee III

A Texas A&M teammate of Concepcion's who praised him as the best receiver he's ever played against.

Mike Elko

The head coach at Texas A&M who helped revitalize Concepcion's career after his transfer.

Holmon Wiggins

The wide receivers coach at Texas A&M who worked with Concepcion.

Collin Klein

The offensive coordinator at Texas A&M who helped Concepcion thrive in the Aggies' offense.

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What they’re saying

“He's the best receiver I ever played against. I think he's the best wide receiver in the draft, honestly.”

— Will Lee III, Texas A&M teammate

“That year at A&M, it meant everything for me. I had a down year my sophomore year, and I got to A&M and Coach Elko, Coach Wiggins and Coach Klein believed in me. They took a chance on me. They allowed me to be me again. I owe them guys everything.”

— KC Concepcion

“As soon as I get the ball in my hands, it's electric. I will never let the first guy take me down. It doesn't matter if it's a screen, if it's a slant, any route really, I'm going to catch the ball and it's going to be amazing.”

— KC Concepcion

What’s next

Concepcion will look to continue impressing NFL teams throughout the rest of the combine and pre-draft process as he aims to solidify his status as one of the top wide receiver prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The takeaway

Concepcion's versatility and ability to make plays in a variety of ways make him an intriguing NFL prospect, but he'll need to prove he can be a consistent threat as a traditional wide receiver to cement his status as one of the top pass-catchers in the draft class.