For the first time in three years, KC Concepcion has flashed on and off the field in a major way, and this time, it's in the spotlight. The former Texas A&M wide receiver was named the MVP of the Browns-Bills joint practice on Thursday for his outstanding performance.
Concepcion's breakout moments in the NFL preseason have come as no surprise to those who have covered or watched him over the last three years. After becoming the first Texas A&M wide receiver selected in the first round of the NFL Draft since Mike Evans was taken by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2014, the former Aggie has impressed on and off the field.
Concepcion's highlights torching defensive backs are outstanding, but his ability as a punt returner and specialist doesn't get enough attention. The former Texas A&M wideout had a massive 31-yard punt return in Cleveland's preseason loss to the Bears, which could've ended with Concepcion in the end zone if he didn't run into the turf monster.
The topic of conversation surrounding the Browns' franchise has been focused on the quarterback situation during the offseason. Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Dillon Gabriel are all competing for the starting spot, but none of them have impressed. The inconsistency and unknowns have caused doom and gloom for most Cleveland fans, but Concepcion's shine has helped brighten their spirits a bit.
While he still has much development left before becoming one of the NFL's elite wide receivers, Concepcion could be primed for a breakout rookie season. As he looks to make an impact on Sundays, Concepcion's performance in the joint practice is a promising sign for the Browns' offense.
According to NFL writer Zac Jackson, Concepcion's performance has earned him a spot as a focal point of the offense when the season begins. "He's going to be a focal point of the offense when the season begins," Jackson tweeted, citing Concepcion's impressive display.
Concepcion's path to stardom is still uncertain, but his performance in the joint practice has given Cleveland fans something to be excited about. With the season just around the corner, Concepcion's development will be closely watched as he looks to make a lasting impact on the NFL.
Source: Yahoo Sports