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Texas A&M Football Recruiting News: Kyler Murray Affirms Commitment to Aggies, Will Also Try to Play Baseball

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Arguably the highest rated quarterback recruit in the class of 2015, Kyler Murray has kept his commitment to Texas A&M University.

According to ESPN, Murray signed his letter of intent at a ceremony at his high school in Allen, Texas. The past week was reportedly stressful for Aggies head football coach Kevin Sumlin and his staff, as Murray had an unofficial visit at the University of Texas with coach Charlie Strong.

Murray did not help Sumlin's mental state when he tweeted a photo of a Longhorns jersey with the number 1, the number he wears that is also currently unoccupied on Texas' offense. The Aggies also granted Kenny Hill a release from his scholarship, leaving their QB depth charter a bit shallower.

But Sumlin paid Murray a visit Monday, accompanied by Jake Spavital, the Aggies' offensive coordinator and quarterback coach, which reportedly shored up the commitment.

"It went well," Murray told ESPN. "All my questions were answered. I just can't wait to get this all over with and get back to playing ball."

Kevin Murray, Kyler's father, was a two-time All-American at Texas A&M, though he told ESPN the family would not have let that affect his son's decision.

ESPN ranks Kyler Murray ahead of all other quarterback prospects in the class of 2015 and 13th overall with a scouting grade of 90. Evaluators called him an "explosive" dual-threat quarterback with "good... but not elite arm strength" and excellent accuracy. In fact, one of his best strengths is his pocket presence, as he has shown an ability to "throw guys open," "anticipate and throw to a spot," traits rare in a young QB.

Like ESPN, 247 Sports gave Murray five stars and rated him a 98 overall, giving him high marks across the board except for his size. At five-foot-11, Murray may have to move around behind the line to open passing lanes for himself. At 180 pounds, he will have to be careful when leaving the pocket. But he is still just 17 and definitely has some filling out to do.

Sumlin may also have to be ready to share Murray with the Aggies' baseball team. Unlike Jamies Winston, who played the two sports at Florida State, Murray will be coming into college as a highly rated baseball prospect.

ESPN even projected Murray to be a potential first-round selection in the MLB Amateur Draft in June. He plays middle infield, but scouts believe he would be better suited in center field because of his speed.

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