Texas battled SEC foes new and old on the recruiting trail for one of the top defensive backs in the Houston area and emerged victorious. 2025 Missouri City (Texas) Fort Bend Hightower defensive back Kade Phillips committed to Texas, choosing the Longhorns over LSU and Texas A&M. [Sign up for Inside Texas and get ONE MONTH for $1!] During the official visit process, Phillips took official visits to Baylor, LSU, Texas A&M, and Texas. The trip to Austin was saved for last and proved to be the one that solidified his spot in Texas’ 2025 class. Phillips has impressive track numbers. He posted a pe…