Raymond Ford Likely To Commit To Cal, According To Reports

Raymond Ford, a three-star rated cornerback according to Rivals, is expected to commit to the California Golden Bears, according to multiple reports.

Look for Gardena Serra defensive back Raymond Ford to sign with Cal.

— eric sondheimer (@latsondheimer) February 1, 2012

I am hearing Serra DB Raymond Ford will pick #Cal. Ford is publicly announcing his decision at 5:30pm on cbsLA.com

— Tara Turnure(@TaraFOXSports) February 1, 2012

An official announcement is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. PST Wednesday. Ford, who played for Junipero Serra High School in Gardena, California, chose the Golden Bears over Nebraska and Colorado the two remaining finalists of the three Ford declared last week.

Ford had been committed to UCLA throughout last season, but the firing of head coach Rick Neuheisel caused the defensive back to reopen his recruitment. According to ESPN, Ford eliminated the Bruins from contention this week, along with SMU, Washington State and Utah.

Ford, listed a 5-foot-10, 180 lb. cornerback, is the nation's 35tth ranked cornerback, and the 46th ranked overall prospect from the state of California. Ford was injured during his senior season at Junipero, but played on both offense and defense.

For more on Raymond Ford and Cal football recruiting, visit California Golden Blogs and SB Nation Bay Area. Click the link for more on National Signing Day 2012.