Xavier Hutchinson praises Lewis Bond's potential with Texans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Houston Texans wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson commended rookie receiver Lewis Bond during training camp, noting his impressive skills and determination. Bond, a sixth-round draft pick, is seen as a candidate to secure a roster spot despite limited opportunities in preseason games. Hutchinson has taken an active mentoring role, sharing insights from his own rookie experiences to help Bond progress. The Texans have upcoming preseason matchups against the Las Vegas Raiders and Carolina Panthers, where Bond will have further chances to showcase his abilities before the regular season begins.
- •Xavier Hutchinson mentors rookie Lewis Bond in training camp.
- •Bond praised for showing skills beyond typical rookie expectations.
- •Upcoming preseason games against Raiders and Panthers are crucial for Bond.
- •Hutchinson relates to Bond as a fellow sixth-round pick.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Texans WR Xavier Hutchinson on Lewis Bond: 'He's far beyond a rookie receiver'
"Houston Texans wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson has been mentoring rookie receiver Lewis Bond during training camp and has been greatly impressed by Bond so far.
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