North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick and his staff have been highly active on the recruiting trail, pursuing several talented prospects, including recently extending an offer to a fast-rising three-star defensive back from Georgia. Tar Heels Offer 3-Star 2027 Defensive BackOn Jan. 23, North Carolina extended an offer to M.J. Burnett, a three-star defensive back from Walton High School in Marietta, Georgia. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn ImagesWhile several new schools have recently entered Burnett’s recruitment, a few programs are already standing out to the three-star defensive back. Nov 16, 2024; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels defensive back Marcus Allen (29) celebrates after making an interception in the third quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. If UNC can continue making progress with him over the next few months, the Tar Heels could be in a position to land one of the fastest-rising prospects in the 2027 recruiting cycle.