The 49ers are anticipating two visits for potential first round targets at wide receiver.
With the 2026 NFL Draft rapidly approaching, the San Francisco 49ers are zeroing in on offensive playmakers, hosting two wide receiver prospects who bring very different, yet equally intriguing, skill sets.
According to Ryan Fowler, former Texas A&M standout KC Concepcion and Indiana product Omar Cooper Jr. are both scheduled for pre-draft visits, giving the front office a closer look at two contrasting options.
At first glance, Cooper and Concepcion check some of the same boxes. Both stand right around 6-foot, both are productive, and both thrive with the ball in their hands.
But how they win, and how they would fit into Kyle Shanahan’s offense, tells two distinct stories.
Cooper is the more traditional receiver of the two. Built at 199 pounds with a sturdy frame, he plays through contact and excels in contested catch situations.
During his four-year run at Indiana, he totaled 115 receptions for 1,798 yards and 22 touchdowns, but it was his 2025 breakout that turned heads.
Cooper posted 69 catches for 937 yards and 13 touchdowns, helping lead Indiana to a national championship while earning All-Big Ten honors.
His game is rooted in reliability. Cooper works primarily out of the slot, wins with strong hands, and consistently makes tough catches in traffic.
He’s the type of receiver who can be trusted on third down or in tight windows, a chain mover with the ability to generate yards after contact rather than pure speed.
Concepcion, on the other hand, is more of a true offensive weapon than a traditional receiver. While similar in size at 6-foot, 196 pounds, his game is built on explosiveness and versatility.
Over his collegiate career between NC State and Texas A&M, he totaled 185 receptions for 2,218 yards and 25 touchdowns, while also adding significant production as a runner and return specialist.
His 2025 season showcased just how dynamic he can be. Concepcion recorded 919 receiving yards and nine touchdowns, added rushing production, and made a major impact in the return game with 456 punt return yards and two scores.
His ability to contribute in multiple phases earned him the Paul Hornung Award and All-American honors.
The biggest separator between the two may be what happens after the catch. While Cooper is physical and effective in creating extra yards, Concepcion is electric.
Over 1,200 of his career receiving yards came after the catch, highlighting his ability to turn short touches into explosive plays, something Shanahan’s offense is designed to maximize.
In many ways, this comes down to preference and roster vision. Cooper offers stability, toughness, and a dependable presence underneath.
Concepcion brings juice, versatility, and game-breaking ability every time he touches the ball.
For a 49ers team looking to keep pace in a loaded NFC West, both options make sense, but they represent very different paths to elevating the offense.