Big news in the college world. Isaiah Bond is transferring from Alabama to Texas. This news comes a bit after Nick Saban announced his retirement from coaching.
Bond entered the transfer portal Friday and said his decision was due to Nick Saban retiring, according to Pete Thamel. He has been with the Crimson Tide for the past two seasons after committing to Alabama as a four-star recruit in 2022.
Bond led Alabama in receptions with 48, totaling 668 yards and four touchdowns. He also hauled in 17 catches for 220 yards and a score in his freshman season with Alabama.
This is huge news for Texas. Texas is losing its top 5 receivers for this upcoming season, so Bond will be an immediate playmaker. Bond credited quarterback Quinn Ewers, who’s coming back for a third season at Texas, as a reason why he chose the Longhorns.
“I like the whole package that comes with it,” Bond said. “Great quarterback, they have a great offensive line. I felt like it was a great spot for me to come to.”
Isaiah Bond is the first Alabama player to enter the transfer portal following Saban’s retirement. The Crimson Tide have already had some recruits decommit, so this just seems to be more of the downfall from Saban retiring.
Isaiah Bond also was heavily recruited by Steve Sarkisian when the ladder was still coaching at Alabama.
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