“Just like the business world, you make the best decision for your company. My company right now is my draft stock.” Those were the words of Isaiah Bond earlier this year. A show of confidence and ambition by a Texas wide receiver who appeared destined for greatness. Bond was then single-mindedly focused on demonstrating his speed, ability, and work ethic to the league. Acutely sensitive to the fact that each step he took could define his future as a pro. Life, however, had other ideas. Legal issues and negative publicity suddenly tarnished what had been an upswing, suspending his ambitions in mid-air.
The Cleveland Browns have also been interested in Bond, with negotiations for a possible signing ongoing. Sources, however, mentioned that the transaction remains in the process of receiving final approval from team owner Jimmy Haslam. Though said to be fluid, the league largely expects the Bond to sign with the Browns upon receiving necessary approvals.
Former Texas star WR Isaiah Bond is in talks to sign with the #Browns, but my understanding is Jimmy Haslam has yet to sign off on any potential signing.
The talks remain fluid, and a deal is still widely expected around the league.
— Brad Stainbrook (@StainbrookNFL) August 14, 2025
Bond’s legal issues were due to an April arrest. A Collin County grand jury recently issued a “no bill,” meaning no indictment, essentially clearing him of all charges. With that news, Bond stated he plans to sign with the Browns. In a statement, he thanked the team for believing in him and reaffirmed his dedication to showing himself both on and off the field.
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