TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — On Sunday, former Alabama wide receiver Isaiah Bond told ESPN that he committed to Texas to play for Sarkisian, whom he said had recruited him hard out of high school and they regained that connection this weekend.
“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.”
Bond led Alabama with 48 catches, producing 668 yards and four touchdowns. That included a fourth-and-31 score that proved the game-winning touchdown against rival Auburn.
"Just like the business world, you make the best decision for your company," Bond told ESPN in a phone interview Sunday. "My company right now is my draft stock. I feel like I'm putting myself in position to increase that and have better draft stock."
Bond was the first Alabama player to enter the NCAA transfer portal upon Saban's retirement. He will play for Steve Sarkisian, a former Alabama offensive coordinator who led Texas to the College Football Playoff in his third season in Austin.