Defensive back Dontae Balfour includes UNC in final 3

Posted Jan 26, 2021
Three-star defensive back Dontae Balfour has shown interest in North Carolina, and with a scholarship open, the Tar Heels have ramped up their pursuit. The Tar Heels would also really like to boost their secondary going into next season. Balfour has 21 offers including from some big SEC programs, and UNC, Auburn, and LSU are Balfour's final three. (Keeping It Heel)

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