Cedric Baxter Jr., nation’s top RB, on Texas’ blowout win over Oklahoma: ‘(That’s) why I committed there’

The Texas Longhorns’ 49-0 blowout victory over Oklahoma was one of many nation’s most notable outcomes over the weekend.

And amongst future Texas soccer gamers, it was a second to rejoice.

Edgewater Excessive Faculty (Florida) five-star prospect Cedric Baxter Jr., the nation’s No. 1 operating again, watched the sport intently, paying specific consideration to how Texas makes use of its playmakers.

The 6-foot-1, 215-pound again beloved what he noticed. 

“I believe the best way they simply used the backs speaks for itself and why I dedicated there,” Baxter stated. 

Texas star Bijan Robinson rushed for 130 yards and two touchdowns on 22 carries, however the Longhorns racked up a complete of fifty carries within the contest – with 5 totally different gamers incomes at the very least 4 totes. 

After a win like that, it was sufficient for Baxter to ask a easy query of fellow recruits – and maybe anybody who has ever questioned his determination.

“Why not Texas?” 

By way of 5 video games this season Baxter has carried the ball 117 instances for 1,066 yards and 10 touchdowns, averaging 9.1 yards per carry and 213.2 yards per contest. 

The 2023 Texas recruiting class is ranked No. 5 nationally and is led by the stellar backfield duo of five-star quarterback Arch Manning and Baxter, but additionally options five-star security Derek Williams and five-star huge receiver Johntay Prepare dinner II. 

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