KC Concepcion showcases skills in Browns preseason opener against Bears
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:36 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
KC Concepcion made a strong impression in his NFL debut during the Browns' preseason opener against the Chicago Bears. He recorded three receptions for 27 yards on four targets from quarterback Deshaun Watson and contributed a 14-yard touchdown run on a jet sweep. Despite missing a scoring opportunity on a punt return due to slipping, Concepcion played a significant role, participating in 25 offensive snaps. Browns head coach Todd Monken recognized Concepcion's potential as a versatile asset, emphasizing the need to strategically incorporate him throughout the preseason and regular season.
- •Concepcion made three catches for 27 yards in his debut.
- •He scored a 14-yard touchdown on a sweep play.
- •Concepcion played 25 offensive snaps in the game.
- •He aims to contribute significantly in upcoming preseason games.
- 8:36 PMYahoo Sports — Browns rookie receiver KC Concepcion showing the qualities that made him a first-round pick
- 6:11 PMYahoo Sports — How KC Concepcion showed his versatility for Browns in preseason opener
"KC Concepcion was already feeling confident about the progress he was making in his first NFL training camp before the Cleveland Browns opened preseason play. What the first-round did last Saturday against Chicago reinforced that confidence and showed the high hopes the Browns have for Concepcion this season. Concepcion contributed in many different ways during Cleveland's 34-10 loss.
"The Browns drafted wide receiver KC Concepcion to be more than just a pass catcher. He showed all of that skill off in the preseason opener.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 8:36 PMBrowns rookie receiver KC Concepcion showing the qualities that made him a first-round pick
KC Concepcion was already feeling confident about the progress he was making in his first NFL training camp before the Cleveland Browns opened preseason play. What the first-round did last Saturday against Chicago reinforced that confidence and showed the high hopes the Browns have for Concepcion this season. Concepcion contributed in many different ways during Cleveland's 34-10 loss.
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 6:11 PMHow KC Concepcion showed his versatility for Browns in preseason opener
The Browns drafted wide receiver KC Concepcion to be more than just a pass catcher. He showed all of that skill off in the preseason opener.
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