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KC Concepcion, a former Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver, fired criticism over the way he speaks as he was the subject of jeers when he spoke to reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Concepcion admitted in a post on his Instagram Stories on Sunday night that he has struggled with a stem problem for most of his life.
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Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) runs for a touchdown in the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 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. This is apart of me. This is who I am. I can’t control this. I want to be a role model for those who may be afraid to speak up and who may be afraid and don’t trust yourself. I stand with you.
“This weekend has taught me a lot about myself and people out there in this world. I appreciate everyone who supports me and has reached out to me after these interviews. Don’t let (an) outsider’s thoughts, opinions get in the way of you being amazing, of achieving something in life. I’m blessed to be in this position that I’m in and I want to help give back to those who stand up, who’s sure. with you, I’ll always stand with you. We are different for a reason.
Texas A&M wideout KC Concepcion (WO16) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2026. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)
“God had blessed my life in ways I couldn’t even imagine in the last year. I love you and support you as we climb this mountain together.”
More than 80 million people around the world, including about 3 million Americans, deal with stuttering, according to The Stuttering Foundation. Athletes such as Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and George Springer have previously been open about problems with stuttering.
Concepcion hopes to hear his name called when the NFL Draft takes place this spring. He was an All American for the first time after the 2025 season.
Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko hugs Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver KC Concepcion (7) prior to the game against the Miami Hurricanes during the first round of the CFP National Playoff at Kyle Field on Dec. 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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