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KC Concepcion, a former Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver, fired back at criticism of the way he speaks after being mocked while speaking to reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Concepcion admitted in a post on his Instagram Stories on Sunday evening that he had struggled with a stuttering problem for much of his life.
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Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion runs for a touchdown against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium on November 8, 2025. (Jay Biggerstaff/Imagn Images)
“I just want to say something. If you have a speech impediment, there’s nothing wrong with us,” he said. “I’ve had this stutter since I can remember speaking. It’s a part of me. It’s who I am. I can’t control it. I want to be a role model for those who may be afraid to speak up, who may be afraid and not confident. I stand with you.
“This weekend taught me a lot about myself and the people in this world. I appreciate everyone who supported me and reached out to me after these interviews. Don’t let an outside person’s thoughts and opinions stop you from being great, from achieving something in life. I’m lucky to be in this position that I’m in, and I want to help give back to those who are afraid to speak out, who aren’t as confident. I stand with you. I will always be by your side. We are different for a reason.
Texas A&M extends KC Concepcion during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2026. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)
“God has blessed my life in ways I couldn’t even imagine over the past year. I love and support you all as we climb this mountain together.”
More than 80 million people worldwide, including about 3 million Americans, suffer from stuttering, according to the Stuttering Foundation. Athletes like Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and George Springer have previously spoken openly about stuttering issues.
Concepcion hopes to hear his name called during the NFL draft this spring. He was an All American for the first time after the 2025 season.
Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko hugs wide receiver KC Concepcion before the Miami Hurricanes game in the first round of the CFP national playoffs at Kyle Field on December 20, 2025. (Maria Lysaker/Imagn Images)
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The former Aggies star had 61 catches for 919 yards and nine touchdowns.
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