ORLANDO, Fla. — Edgewater 4-star standout Cedric Baxter Jr. on Wednesday announced his decision to go to Texas.

Baxter, ranked the No. 4 running back in the country by 24/7 Sports, chose the Longhorns over Alabama, Florida, Miami and Texas A&M. 

He said selecting a college to attend and team to play for is the hardest decision a guy can make, outside of finding the person he is going to marry.

“It feels like the weight of the world is off my shoulders. I didn’t rush anything so I’m happy with the decision I made," Baxter said. "I actually wanted to commit to Texas before everyone started to commit. I’ve been on Texas hard. I just wanted to wait for the right time, like I said.

"You’re going to get a great player and a better person. I’m selfless. I want to take others before myself. You take care of everything, God will bless you.” 

Once a Florida State verbal commit, Baxter is considered one of the area's top recruits.

A crowd showed up at Edgewater to hear Baxter's announcement. One notable in particular turned out — Dr. Phillips left tackle and fellow Texas commit Payton Kirkland.