CeCe Jefferson

Cece Jefferson made his announcement on NSD. (247Sports)

CeCe Jefferson is staying home.

The 6-foot-2, 275-pound defensive end from Baker County Senior in Glen Saint Mary, Fla. verbally committed to Florida over Alabama, Auburn and Ole Miss.

He had previously named Ole Miss his leader in December, but opted to play for first-year Florida coach Jim McElwain. The commitment moved Florida up to No. 33 in 247Sports' team recruiting rankings.

He is a five-star prospect and the No. 2 strong-side defensive end, according to 247Composite. He is the second five-star to commit to the Gators on National Signing Day, joining five-star offensive tackle Martez Ivey.

He was a U.S. Army All-American this past year.