Alabama WR explains what’s being done to combat threat of sign stealing

What’s being done to combat the threat of Michigan stealing signs and how are Alabama players responding? One Tide WR explains it all.

Earlier in the 2023 season, some massive allegations arose against the Michigan football team relating to sign stealing and gaining what many would consider an unfair competitive advantage. Alabama’s preparation for the Rose Bowl against the Wolverines has included some changes to protect against the threat of sign stealing.

During media availability leading up to the College Football Playoff semifinal, Crimson Tide wide receiver Isaiah Bond explained what’s being done to combat this threat and shared his thoughts on it all.

Bond mentioned that they are only allowed to watch film as a group, not individually. “We don’t want any stuff like that happening again,” said Bond.

Overall, the mentality and approach remain the same, as the sophomore wide receiver explains.

“We’re still going to watch film. We’re going to get the hours in. We’re still going to look over the defense,” says Bond. “Do everything we would in a regular game.”

How does he feel, as a player, about the threat of sign stealing? Well, he doesn’t seem all too concerned.

“I mean, it honestly doesn’t matter to me because at the end of the day, they still have to go on the field and play us. So, all of them stealing signs- I mean, you can know my route, but you still have to guard me at the end of the day. That’s my input.”

Roll Tide wire will continue to follow Alabama football as the team prepares to take on Michigan in the College Football Playoff Rose Bowl semifinal.

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