New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel during an NFL game.
The New England Patriots will host Texas A&M wide receiver K.C. Concepción on a top-30 visit. NFL analyst Ryan Fowler reported this.
Conception was one of the more talented playmakers in college football last season. He was a key weapon for the Texas A&M Aggies. All told, the explosive receiver recorded 61 receptions for 919 yards and nine touchdowns. He also was explosive in terms of punt return yards, with 456 in total. He had two touchdowns as well.
Now, it appears that the Patriots have taken an interest in him. Fowler touched on this with his report on the visit.
Source: The New England Patriots will host Texas A&M WR KC Concepcion for a 30 visit.
— Ryan Fowler (@_RyanFowler_) March 21, 2026
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Patriots Target Had Decorated College Career
Concepción began his college career at North Carolina State. He broke out as a true freshman, earning ACC Rookie of the Year honors. They were deserved, as he set the program’s freshman records that year. He recorded 71 catches for 839 yards. It looked as though he was on a promising track from the get-go.
His play dipped a little bit in 2024. He had 460 receiving yards on the year. The playmaker was able to record 53 receptions and six touchdowns that year, signifying his making ability even in a difficult season. Nevertheless, the wide receiver entered the transfer portal following the 2024 season. He chose Texas A&M, and allowed his collegiate career to have a fresh start.
Patriots Have Questions At Wide Receiver
Concepción has been tabbed to the Patriots in mock drafts throughout the offseason. As far back as February, NFL analysts were picking the playmaker to come to New England. It’s worth noting that things have changed since then, particularly in free agency.
The wide receiver position underwent a bit of an overhaul. The team released Stefon Diggs at the beginning of March. The Patriots were able to pick up a playmaker in former Green Bay Packers standout Romeo Doubs.
Certain NFL analysts have also not ruled out the possibility of the Patriots reuniting with Diggs before the season.
As it stands right now, however, the Patriots need a playmaking wide receiver. Concepción definitely fits the bill there. He has a unique combination of speed and agility that makes him a difficult player to cover. He was able to form well at one of the highest levels in college football. Now, he is ready to take his talents to the NFL and show what he can do.
The Patriots’ receiver room would benefit from a player like Concepción coming into the fold. Diggs is gone at this time. Wide receiver Demario Douglas is up for a new contract following the 2026 season. The Patriots need to get playmakers at the position to keep up with the rest of not only the AFC, but the entire NFL.
The Patriots need to surround quarterback Drake Maye with weapons, and Concepción would be a nice start. Although he is going to be a rookie, his skill set would allow the Patriots to build something for the future. It will be interesting to see what comes of this visit, as the team begins their draft preparations. Wideout is a postion they seem to want to focus on.