Browns Sign Isaiah Bond, NFL Wide Receiver Who Overcame Baseless Accusations
Isaiah Bond Joins Cleveland Browns on Unprecedented Deal
Isaiah Bond, the former Longhorns wideout, has recently signed a fully guaranteed three-year contract with the Cleveland Browns, worth $3.018 million. This deal is an unprecedented move for an undrafted free agent in 2025, demonstrating the Browns' strong belief in Bond's potential [1][3][5].
Despite going undrafted due to legal issues earlier in the year, the Browns have shown faith in Bond. In April 2025, he was arrested on sexual assault allegations in Frisco, Texas. However, these charges were dropped in August 2025 after a grand jury returned a "no bill," ending the legal proceedings against him [1][4].
The Browns conducted due diligence on Bond's legal situation, including administering an independent polygraph test before signing him [1]. Bond has publicly maintained his innocence and expressed gratitude toward the Browns for giving him the opportunity to pursue his NFL career.
Bond's collegiate career began at Alabama before he transferred to Texas. In his 2024 season at Texas, he caught 34 passes for 540 yards and five touchdowns in 14 games. Despite his talent and physical attributes, his college production was not exceptional, making him a borderline draft prospect before the legal issues [2].
Bond has started practicing with the Browns as of August 2025 and is expected to compete for a depth role in the wide receiver corps. The Browns' quarterback situation is still in flux, adding an extra layer of challenge to Bond's rookie season [2].
It's worth noting that Bond racked up 99 catches for 1,428 yards and 10 touchdowns across Alabama and Texas [6]. His contract guarantees him a rare level of financial security for an undrafted rookie, highlighting the Browns' commitment to his development [3][5].
Despite the legal issues, Bond has expressed determination to learn from his experience and grow in wisdom, character, and faith [7]. The Browns will be hoping that this determination translates onto the field as they look to bolster their wide receiver corps.
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Isaiah Bond's signing with the Cleveland Browns marks a significant move in American football, as he's joining the team to play NFL football after a successful stint in college football. Despite a challenging legal situation earlier in the year, the Browns showcase their faith in Bond's potential by offering him a three-year contract worth $3.018 million, a rare level of financial security for an undrafted rookie.
