KC Concepcion shows that star rankings can miss the mark in recruiting. A three-star recruit, Concepcion recorded one of the best true freshman receiving seasons in NCAA history. He earned the ACC Rookie of the Year, placement on every major publication's All-Rookie team, and was a finalist for the Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award. However, he struggled to replicate the success in his second season, with the blame sent in multiple directions. He bounced back significantly, with a great 2025 on offense and special teams. He earned the Paul Hornung Award as the nation's most versatile player in 2025.

Concepcion is a dynamic athlete. He is explosive and creative with the ball, ranking among the nation's leaders in punt return yardage. That athleticism allows quick separation and creates a nightmare for defenses after the catch. His ability to create issues in the short passing game enhances his vertical threat. Concepcion has the opportunity to grow into a primary receiver at the NFL level, though he needs to develop nuance to keep defenders off balance. He is a strong candidate to come off the board in the first round.