Presently, there is not a fully executed and signed contract between Belichick and UNC, sources told CBS Sports — and the school confirmed — this week. Industry sources say that could create to a legal gray area about how much, if any, of a buyout would exist if Belichick left for the pros.

Bill Belichick reportedly landed a significant addition to his North Carolina staff. The six-time Super Bowl champion stunned football fans by joining the ACC football program for his first head college coaching job.

Unsurprisingly, Bill Belichick is taking a measured, methodical approach to assembling his inaugural North Carolina and first-ever collegiate coaching staff. He's blending NFL and collegiate experience.