As Bill Belichick continues to build up his program at the University of North Carolina, the ex-Patriots head coach is looking to bring in a familiar name to Chapel Hill in the years ahead. “Blessed to receive my 2nd D1 offer from North Carolina!!,” Blount Jr. posted on Instagram.

There is continued curiosity regarding North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick’s recruiting strategy with the Tar Heels. Who he decides to offer, both through the portal and in high school, is usually dissected.

The eldest Blount played for Belichick for four seasons from 2013 to 2016. He won three Super Bowls while with the Patriots as their power and short-yardage running back. He racked up 6306 rushing yards over his career while adding 56 touchdowns.