Could Family Ties to NFL Star Help Texas Longhorns Steal 4-Star Baylor Commit?

When 4-star Baylor Bears running back commit Kameron Martin picked up an offer from the Texas Longhorns on Tuesday, he called it a "dream offer." The nation's No. 2 all-purpose back grew up a UT fan.

Martin's infatuation for Texas isn't new for those who know him. His cousin is former Longhorn and current Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles.

Martin, as someone who plays the same position, is one of Charles' biggest fans. Before Martin was starring at Memorial High School in Port Arthur, Texas, Charles was putting up big numbers at the same school.

So the question stands: Does Martin stay with the school he now loves or does he switch to the school he's always loved?

Martin on Thursday said he's still a strong Baylor commit, but getting that Texas offer made his day.

"That was my childhood favorite school, and growing up watching my cousin play was a blessing," Martin said. "My whole room was burnt orange once upon a time. I still have a Texas flag that Jamaal signed in my room."

Of course now, all of Martin's Texas paraphernalia is gone; he kept the flag, though, as it was a gift from his cousin and is a collector's item. Charles was a freshman on the 2005 Texas team that won a national championship, and he was the Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year that season.

The Texas gear has been replaced with Baylor gear. Martin committed to the Bears on July 15 and is a part of a class that includes 5-star offensive lineman Patrick Hudson and 4-star quarterback Zach Smith.

Baylor took a chance on Martin before any other school, something he said he appreciates.

"Baylor is my bread and butter. I'm committed to Baylor," Martin said. "Texas is my dream school, but Baylor has been there since Day 1. They were my first offer my ninth-grade year. I feel like I can play there and have a great life there."

Baylor has a pledge in Martin who, like his cousin, is a home-run threat every time he touches the ball. A fast, elusive running back, Martin is a versatile athlete who can be used in the backfield, as a slot receiver and as a special teams returner if necessary.

While Martin is committed, he added that every offer he receives is worth considering. Texas, he said, has great tradition and will always be viewed in a positive light.

His recruiting process will be one to watch until next February.

"I talked to Jamaal [on Wednesday], and we had a great conversation," Martin said. "He told me to have fun with the process. I'm only going to do this once in my life. He told me to do what's best for me, and that's what I'm going to do."

Damon Sayles is a National Recruiting Analyst for Bleacher Report. All quotes were obtained firsthand. All player ratings are courtesy of 247Sports' composite ratings. Follow Damon via Twitter: @DamonSayles.