Kevin "KC" Concepcion

NFL Draft Profile: Kevin "KC" Concepcion

Position: Wide Receiver | School: Texas A&M (via NC State) | Class: Junior

Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs | Archetype: Slot / Deep Threat

College Career Summary

Kevin Concepcion, better known as "KC," has been a household name in college football since his breakout freshman year at NC State, where he was the 2023 ACC Rookie of the Year. Seeking to prove his elite skill set in the SEC, he transferred to Texas A&M for the 2025 season.

At A&M, Concepcion became the engine of the Aggies' offense and one of the nation’s most decorated players. He won the 2025 Paul Hornung Award as the nation's most versatile player and was named a Consensus All-American. His 2025 campaign solidified his status as a "Swiss Army Knife" prospect who can win at all three levels of the field and serve as a game-changing returner.

2025 Regular Season Stats

• Receptions: 61 | Receiving Yards: 919 | TDs: 9

• Rushing: 10 Att, 75 Yds, 1 TD

• Punt Returns: 25 Ret, 456 Yds, 2 TD (18.2 avg)

• Career Totals: 185 Rec, 2,218 Yds, 25 Rec TD

2025 Game-by-Game Grades

Week	Opponent	Stats (Rec/Yds/TD)	Grade	Scout's Notes
1	vs UTSA	3 / 72 / 1	B+	Explosive debut; 24.0 YPC including a 31-yard score.
2	vs Utah St	6 / 73 / 2	A-	Red-zone dominance; two touchdowns in short succession.
3	@ Notre Dame	4 / 82 / 0	A-	High-IQ play to help seal a one-point road thriller.
5	vs Auburn	7 / 113 / 0	A	Chain Mover. Seven critical catches in a defensive slugfest.
6	vs Miss State	4 / 61 / 2	A	Dynamic impact; two scores in a dominant win.
7	vs Florida	4 / 46 / 0	B-	Quiet game by his standards; drew bracket coverage.
8	@ Arkansas	5 / 53 / 1	B+	Gritty performance; touchdown in a high-scoring rivalry.
9	@ LSU	3 / 45 / 1	B	Maximized limited targets in a chaotic environment.
11	@ Missouri	4 / 84 / 1	A	Elite deep-ball tracking; recorded a 48-yard reception.
12	vs S. Carolina	7 / 158 / 0	A+	The Apex. Dominant yardage; impossible to contain in space.
13	vs Samford	5 / 42 / 1	B	Solid tune-up; reached the end zone early.
14	@ Texas	5 / 57 / 0	B-	Battled elite DBs; 1 Rush TD scored in a tough loss.
Bowl	vs Miami	4 / 33 / 0	C+	Season Low. Stifled by a disciplined Hurricanes scheme.

Scouting Grade Rubric

Intangibles (.20) — Grade: 98/100

• Leadership: Immediate locker room leader at A&M; voted captain despite being a first-year transfer.

• Mental Toughness: Thrived in the high-pressure SEC environment after leaving his home state.

• Competitor: Elite; plays with a "dog" mentality, particularly in the return game.

• Team Player: Praised for his perimeter blocking and willingness to play as a gadget RB.

• Star Power: 2025 Hornung Award winner; a threat to score every time he touches the ball.

Physical Tools (.20) — Grade: 80/100

• Height/Weight: 5'11", 190 lbs. (Below 6'0"/200lb targets).

• Stamina: Exceptional; rarely leaves the field as a WR/RB/Returner.

• Durability: Played 38 career games over three seasons; highly resilient.

• Injury History: Medically clean; no history of surgeries or major missed time.

Attributes (.20) — Grade: 95/100

• Catching: Elite. Vacuum hands; corrected minor freshman drop issues to become an SEC reliable.

• Route Running: Advanced. Master of tempo and leverage in the slot.

• Body Control: Incredible sideline and high-point adjustment for a sub-6'0" receiver.

• Separation: Creates space via sudden footwork and elite "snatch-and-go" ability.

• Release: High-level package; uses lateral twitch to beat physical press.

Athleticism (.20) — Grade: 94/100

• Speed: 4.44 (Estimated). True deep-threat speed that translates to the field.

• Agility: Elite. One of the most elusive players in the class (20+ missed tackles forced).

• Jumping: Surprising vertical; "plays tall" in contested situations.

• Acceleration: Sudden; reaches top speed instantly on jet sweeps and flares.

• Break Tackle: Strength. Uses balance and low center of gravity to bounce off arm tackles.

IQ (.20) — Grade: 97/100

• Awareness: Elite understanding of zone voids and defensive leverage.

NFL Scouting Report

• Strengths: Versatile "offensive weapon" profile; elite return specialist (18.2 PR avg); reliable hands with high-level concentration; exceptional elusiveness and YAC ability.

• Weaknesses: Lacks prototypical "X" receiver size; may be relegated to slot-specific roles in some systems; physical press can disrupt timing due to lighter frame.

• Scheme Fit: Ideal Slot/Z-Receiver for RPO-heavy or Shanahan-style offenses (e.g., Dolphins, 49ers, Texans).

• NFL Comparison: Zay Flowers / Jaylen Waddle.

Scout's Final Word

"KC Concepcion is the modern NFL offensive coordinator's dream. He isn't just a wide receiver; he is a chess piece. His 2025 film shows a player who can carry a team’s punt return unit, catch 10 balls from the slot, and take a jet sweep for 20 yards. While his size will be debated, his production in the SEC and his Biletnikoff-caliber skill set make him a projected Day 1 talent. Projected: Round 1."