Source: RB LeGarrette Blount is currently at the #Patriots facility. He is expected to sign with the team. — Josina Anderson (@JosinaAnderson) November 20, 2014

Josina Anderson of ESPN is reporting Thursday the New England Patriots are expected to sign ex-Steelers running back LeGarrette Blount, just two days after he was released by the Steelers for walking off the field before the Steelers' game against the Tennessee Titans was over.

Update: The New England Patriots confirmed on Thursday morning that LeGarrette Blount has been signed to a 2-year deal.

Blount had a successful 2013 with the Patriots, and there was talk of New England bringing him back before the Steelers signed him to a two-year deal.

Ultimately, the Patriots profit, if they can find use for the disgruntled and seemingly ineffective Blount. Steelers offensive coordinator Todd Haley said after his release Blount was being phased out of the Steelers' offense. That's easy to do when the team has a running back with the level of ability as Le'Veon Bell. The Patriots don't have such a back, but they get outstanding production from the ones they have due to an excellent scheme.

Blount cleared waivers, meaning the deal he's reportedly expected to sign with the Patriots could be for a prorated portion of the league minimum.