Could the Panthers spend another first round pick on a hometown wide receiver?
Let’s take a closer look at one of the prospects the Panthers could select in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Nov 8, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) returns a punt during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images | Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images Now that free agency has officially started, we can look ahead toward the 2026 NFL Draft with renewed focus. This weekly series will take a closer look at some of the prospects the Carolina Panthers could select in the 2026 iteration of the Draft.
In this series, we’ll only be looking at prospects the Panthers could seriously consider. This week our profile will focus on Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion. Bio The Charlotte native began his collegiate career with the NC State Wolfpack in 2023.
He burst onto the scene, notching 71 catches for 839 yards and 10 touchdowns while adding 41 rushes for 320 yards. After a disappointing sophomore season, Concepcion transferred to Texas A&M and began rebuilding his reputation as a dynamic receiver and added the return game to his repertoire as well with two punt return touchdowns. Strengths/Weaknesses Concepcion has always been an explosive player.
His acceleration and fluidity allow him to create separation quickly and make moves after the catch, as evidenced by his 15. 1 yards per catch in 2025. He also plays bigger than his 6’0”, 200 lb frame would suggest, winning contested catches and providing physicality to beat press coverage.