In a shocking turn of events, 5-star wide receiver Isaiah Bond has pledged his commitment to Florida State University, choosing the Seminoles over powerhouse programs like the University of Alabama and Alabama’s arch-rival, the University of Texas, who had previously secured Bond’s verbal pledge.
Bond, a highly touted prospect and one of the top wide receivers in the country, announced his decision through a social media post, citing his desire to stay close to home and play for a program that has been on the rise.
“I’m thrilled to be joining the Florida State family,” Bond exclaimed in his announcement post. “I’m looking forward to the opportunity to contribute to the Seminoles’ success and help bring a national championship to Tallahassee.”
The decision is a massive recruiting win for Florida State coach Mike Norvell and his staff, who have been working tirelessly to rebuild the program and attract top talent from the state of Florida.
“We’re incredibly excited to have Isaiah on board,” Norvell said in a statement. “He’s a talented player who has the potential to make an immediate impact on our team. His commitment is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our coaching staff, and we’re looking forward to seeing him in orange and blue.”
Bond’s decision to flip from Texas to Florida State has significant implications for both programs, as the Longhorns are now left without one of their top commitments. Alabama also had a strong interest in Bond, but ultimately came up short in the recruiting battle.
Bond, a 6-foot-2, 190-pound receiver from Apopka, Florida, is considered one of the top prospects in the nation and has been projected as a potential first-round pick in the NFL Draft.
The news is a major boost for Florida State, which has been rebuilding its program over the past few years. The Seminoles have shown significant promise under Norvell’s leadership, and Bond’s commitment serves as a significant recruiting win heading into the 2024 season.
Bond is expected to enroll at Florida State in time for the summer semester and will have three years of eligibility remaining.
