Former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick signed his term sheet to be the next coach at the University of North Carolina. However, according to CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones, he has yet to sign his final contract with the school.

Belichick famously spurned the New York Jets after he was named Bill Parcells’s successor. His tenure lasted less than 24 hours after he wrote his resignation on a napkin and jumped ship to take over the New England Patriots. This move paid off handsomely.

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is considered the top candidate in this year's cycle. Other names that continue making the rounds include Mike Vrabel (former Tennessee Titans HC), Brian Flores ( Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator), and Joe Brady ( Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator).

Could it work with the Raiders? Belichick has made clear his respect for Al Davis. His son, Mark Davis, could with the influence of Brady give Belichick whatever he wants and needs in order to thrive. And if that means moving on from G.M. Tom Telesco, maybe Davis would do it.

Bill Belichick has a simple way out of the North Carolina contract as NFL teams reach out about a potential return to coaching.

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Bill Belichick hasn't officially signed his contract at UNC, but those close to him say he's "committed" to the Tar Heels.