Texas A&M Will Lee III (26) forces an incomplete pass intended for Texas Longhorns receiver Isaiah Bond (7) during the Lone Star Showdown at Kyle Field on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024 in College Station, Texas.
Isaiah Bond WR Texas | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Isaiah Bond WR Texas
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| ROLE: Multi-Role Receiver | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 03/05/2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.39 seconds (86%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 20.11 DOB: 03/15/2004 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Multi-Role Receiver | |
| Last Updated: 03/05/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.39 seconds (86%*) | |
| Age: 20.11 DOB: 03/15/2004 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 84.6 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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77% |
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| QB Rating When targeted: | 108.1 | |
| Hands: |
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88% |
| Short Receiving: |
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84% |
| Intermediate Routes: |
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86% |
| Deep Threat: |
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83% |
| Blocking: |
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62% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#73
Position rank:
#11
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| College Games: 39 College Snaps: 1446 | ||
ESPN RATING: 85/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 97/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.9 (97%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Roman Wilson - Michigan |
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91% |
| Marvin Mims Jr. - Oklahoma |
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88% |
| Charlie Jones - Purdue |
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87% |
Draft Profile: Bio
A Georgia high school sprint champion turned SEC playmaker who found his rhythm in the Texas offense, Isaiah Bond brings track star speed and devastating short-area quickness to the receiver position. The Buford native's journey from Alabama transfer to Texas difference-maker showcases his elite athletic traits and untapped potential. Bond's blazing forty validates the speed that made him a state champion in both the 100m (10.51) and 200m (21.19), but it's his development as a complete receiver that has scouts intrigued.At Texas, Bond emerged as a reliable target in critical moments, notably hauling in five catches for 103 yards and two scores against UTSA and delivering clutch performances in SEC play. His versatility showed in the ground game too, ripping off explosive runs including a 44-yarder against Florida and a 26-yard touchdown versus Mississippi State. Before arriving in Austin, Bond proved himself in the SEC pressure cooker at Alabama, leading the Tide with 48 catches for 668 yards in 2023 and delivering in the clutch with the game-winning touchdown in the Iron Bowl.
The 5'11", 180-pound junior has shown steady progression in his route-running sophistication while maintaining the explosive element that makes him a constant home run threat. His development under Steve Sarkisian's pro-style system has rounded out his game, though his modest career production (99 total catches) hints at unrealized potential ready to be unleashed at the next level.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Explosive acceleration allows him to eat up cushion instantly - consistently forces corners to bail early, creating opportunities underneath as seen repeatedly against Michigan
- Natural hands catcher who plucks the ball away from his frame with confidence - showed reliable mitts on several critical third downs in the SEC Championship
- Devastating change of direction ability makes him a yards-after-catch nightmare - turned a simple slant into a 51-yard score against UTSA
- Elite deep speed - stacks corners with ease and shows natural tracking ability on vertical routes
- Crafty route runner who sells his breaks with subtle head fakes and tempo changes - particularly effective on deep dig routes
- Positional versatility to line up outside or in the slot - created mismatches from multiple alignments in Sarkisian's offense
- Shows surprising toughness working over the middle despite size - willing to absorb contact to secure catches in traffic
- Special teams experience and return ability adds value - displayed game-breaking potential on punt returns at Alabama
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Undersized frame at 180 pounds limits his ability to consistently defeat physical press coverage - struggled notably against Georgia's bigger corners
- Production never quite matched his athletic potential - only one 100+ yard receiving game in his college career
- Can get knocked off his route by bigger corners who get their hands on him - needs to develop more sophisticated release package
- Sometimes relies too heavily on pure speed instead of setting up routes with pace variation - becomes predictable against veteran corners
- Moderate catch radius combined with smaller frame gives quarterbacks a tight window to hit - can't consistently bail out off-target throws
Scouting Report: Summary
Bond projects as an impact "Z" receiver who can transform an NFL passing attack with his explosive play ability and developing route craft. His elite speed and short-area quickness make him a scheme-diverse weapon capable of stretching the field vertically while also creating after the catch on shorter routes. The comparison that keeps coming to mind is Terry McLaurin - another receiver whose college production didn't fully reflect his NFL potential.While his frame may limit his effectiveness against press coverage early in his career, his route-running sophistication and rare acceleration traits give him legitimate WR2 potential with WR1 upside if he can add play strength. Coaching staffs that emphasize precision timing and create designed touches will maximize his game-breaking ability.
The team that drafts Bond is getting more than just a speed merchant - they're getting a developing technician with the tools to become a complete NFL receiver. His combination of elite athletic traits, improving route craft, and untapped potential make him an interesting Day 2 prospect who could easily outperform his draft position. Look for Bond to make an immediate impact as a complementary deep threat while growing into a featured role by year two.
Written By:
Eli Cooper (Big 12)
Isaiah Bond percentiles vs other Wide Receivers (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Isaiah Bond (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
68.8
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
9.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.