When Collin Klein made his return to Kansas State as offensive coordinator, it was a notable reunion for the Wildcats. But now, the connection between Kansas State and Texas A&M is taking a new turn - this time, with wide receiver Jayce Brown in the spotlight.
Brown, one of the Big 12’s most explosive downfield threats, is officially in the transfer portal and drawing serious interest. Among the schools reportedly in the mix? Texas A&M - a program now looking to reload after top wideout KC Concepcion declared for the NFL Draft.
And it’s not hard to see why the Aggies would be targeting a player like Brown.
Over three seasons in Manhattan, Brown established himself as a premier vertical threat. He hauled in 115 catches for 1,972 yards and 13 touchdowns, averaging an impressive 17.4 yards per reception in 2025 - the third-best mark in the Big 12.
His ability to stretch the field and create chunk plays made him a go-to weapon in the Wildcats’ offense, especially in sync with quarterback Avery Johnson. When Brown missed time late in the season, including the loss to Utah, his absence was felt - not just in the box score, but in the rhythm and explosiveness of the offense.
Now, with the transfer portal heating up and the official window opening in 10 days, Brown is one of the marquee names on the market. He announced his intent to transfer on December 16, thanking Kansas State and its fans in a heartfelt message posted to social media. It was a classy exit from a player who gave everything to the program - and now, he's looking for his next chapter.
Enter Texas A&M, a team that’s coming off a tough postseason exit after managing just three points against Miami. With Concepcion moving on to the pros, the Aggies are in need of a new top target - and Brown fits the bill. His speed, route-running, and ability to take the top off defenses would be a natural fit in College Station, especially in an offense that already features some serious firepower.
Sophomore quarterback Marcel Reed showed plenty of promise this season, throwing for over 3,100 yards and 25 touchdowns while adding nearly 500 yards and six scores on the ground. But Reed also struggled down the stretch, turning the ball over five times and failing to find the end zone through the air in his final two games. Bringing in a playmaker like Brown could help steady the offense and bring back the big-play potential that made the Aggies so dangerous earlier in the year.
If Brown does land at Texas A&M, he wouldn’t be alone in the receiver room. Sophomore Mario Craver has already proven he can be a dynamic option on the outside, and Ashton Bethel-Roman adds another layer of explosiveness after averaging 21 yards per catch and scoring five touchdowns last season. That trio - Brown, Craver, and Bethel-Roman - would give the Aggies one of the most dangerous receiving corps in the SEC.
There’s still plenty to sort out in the coming weeks, but one thing’s clear: Jayce Brown is going to be a game-changer wherever he lands. And if that destination turns out to be College Station, the Aggies might just be reloading for a serious offensive surge in 2026.