3 Transfer Portal Players Texas A&M Could Find to Replace KC Concepcion

A historic season has come to a bitter end for Texas A&M football, whose 11 straight wins were spoiled by a two-game losing streak. However, all things considered, it was far further than many analysts and fans alike assumed that the Aggies would go.

Perhaps it's not too surprising when considering the talent that the Maroon and White posssessed this season, with two stars on both sides of the ball. The Southeastern Conference Defensive Player of the Year was defensive end Cashius Howell, who led the league in sacks and is on track to go high in this years' NFL Draft.

On offense, it was none other than wide receiver KC Concepcion, whose 12 total touchdowns and amazing skill on every facet of the game added extra juice to the Aggies' ability to score for the majority of the season. But it'll be bittersweet this offseason as he departs for the NFL, so here's a trio of players who could replace the All-American all-purpose man.

Nick Marsh, Michigan State

Michigan State wide receiver Nick Marsh has size and speed to replace Texas A&M wide receiver KC Concepcion — Michigan State's Nick Marsh, right, catches a pass as Penn State's Audavion Collins closes in during the third quarter on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. | Nick King/Lansing State Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Former Michigan State wide receiver Nick Marsh is first and foremost in the Aggies' search for a replacement for their star pass-catcher. Marsh is about four inches taller and a stone's worth heavier, but a WR1 is a hot commodity no matter what the build.

Marsh will arrive in his next home as a true junior after amassing over 2,600 yards and 200 catches in his time in East Lansing. While Concepcion has found a way to make an impact anyway with the ball in his hands, a big-body X-receiver could be the missing piece to give the Aggies a boost in 2026.

Marquis Johnson, Missouri

Missouri wide receiver Marquis Johnson fits KC Concepcion's build almost exactly — Dec 30, 2024; Nashville, TN, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Marquis Johnson (2) makes a catch for a touchdown against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images | Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

A talented but so far unproven wide receiver in Marquis Johnson is next on the list to fill in Concepcion's now-vacant role. A Texas native, Johnson has spent the last three years in Columbia, Missouri as a plug-and-play receiver that has produced highly in limited action as he has totalled 1,075 yards and six touchdowns.

With relatively the same measurables as Concepcion, Johnson is dynamic and quick on his feet as he has worked in tight windows in head coach Eliah Drinkwitz's offensive scheme. However, Johnson has emerged as true WR1 or WR2 yet, but perhaps a change in scenery is all he needs to be great.

Braden Pegan, Utah State

Utah State wide receiver Braden Pegan is an underrated pass-catcher that can get the job done in contested catches — Oct 11, 2025; Honolulu, Hawaii, USA; Hawaii Rainbow Warriors defensive back Jaheim Wilson-Jones (14) tackles Utah State Aggies wide receiver Braden Pegan (11) during the first half at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex. Mandatory Credit: Marco Garcia-Imagn Images | Marco Garcia-Imagn Images

An under-the-radar wide receiver to bring home to Aggieland would be a man who has already been calling himself an Aggie for the last year. Utah State wide receiver Braden Pagan is looking for his third school after stops at UCLA and in Logan, Utah, and A&M might be the perfect place to make an impact.

Pegan hauled in one of his five touchdowns this season against A&M in College Station this year, while racking up 926 receiving yards, which is seven more than Concepcion had. Of course, Concepcion was also returning kicks and running the ball, but it is still something to note.