Steelers find the perfect compliment to George Pickens in latest 2025 NFL Mock Draft
Whether they admit it or not, priority number one for the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason is a WR. As everyone has seen over the last three games, whether it's with or without George Pickens, the offense just doesn't have enough juice. Well, Destin Adams of A to Z Sports NFL Draft just fixed that for […]
Whether they admit it or not, priority number one for the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason is a WR.
As everyone has seen over the last three games, whether it's with or without George Pickens, the offense just doesn't have enough juice.
Well, Destin Adams of A to Z Sports NFL Draft just fixed that for Pittsburgh:
25. Pittsburgh Steelers: Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas
The Steelers find a compliment for George Pickens by drafting Texas speedster Isaiah Bond. The team has tried the veteran approach in Van Jefferson and Mike Williams, but it's time to find a long-term solution. Bond gives them a WR who can play in the slot or on the outside and create a solid young duo with Pickens for whoever the team decides to roll with at QB in the future.
– Adams
Bond has battled an ankle injury all season, but he was the number one player in the transfer portal after deciding to part ways with the Alabama Crimson Tide in the offseason, and he's been a dynamic threat on the Texas Longhorns' perimeter when healthy.
Bond looks to return to action in the Peach Bowl on New Years Day as he and Texas aim to win a national championship. He's an ideal fit in a Diontae Johnson like role for the Steelers, and he shares similar size and route-running ability, but with more threat as a home run hitter.
And if you have watched the Steelers this season, you know that they operate on the thinnest of margins offensively. Yes, Pittsburgh has seen third year WR Calvin Austin III develop nicely, and there is still rookie Roman Wilson to utilize next season, but the team needs a certified WR #2.
They tried with the Mike Williams trade, but other than a few big catches on the sideline, he's been relatively quiet in the black and gold.
Isaiah Bond will be anything but quiet for the Steelers.
