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Paul Ihander and Alex Gibson speak with David Shumate about Duke vs NC State football and discuss what happened in college sports last night. Shumate is the play-by-play announcer for Duke football and is also the Director of Broadcasting at Duke University. Dave Doeren and the NC State Wolfpack will host Manny Diaz and the Duke Blue Devils tomorrow at 3:30pm in a marquee ACC matchup. Duke will lo...

Paul Ihander and Alex Gibson discuss the Carolina Hurricanes win last night and the keys to a Panthers victory against the Giants.  The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1. Last night’s 4-goal win marked the Hurricanes 8th straight win. Pyotr Kochetkov filled in at goalie for Frederik Andersen and played well. The Hurricanes will look to extend their winning streak...

Graham Hill is joined by Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy, better known as The Hardy Boyz, the current TNA Tag Team World Champions and professional wrestling legends from Cameron, North Carolina. Ahead of TNA Wrestling's return to Crown Arena in Fayetteville for the first time since 2011, on Friday, November 8th, and Saturday, November 9th, the Hardy brother share their excitement about performing in fr...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the Carolina Panthers' decision to keep Bryce Young as their starting quarterback ahead of their international matchup against the New York Giants in Munich, Germany, this Sunday. Paul and Graham break down Young's recent performances, the Panthers' strategy for him, and how Young is handling the pressure.  Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by Matt Chazanow, NC State football play-by-play commentator, to break down the Wolfpack's commanding 59-28 win over Stanford. Paul, Graham, and Matt discuss standout performances from CJ Bailey and the offense, key defensive plays, and what the win means for NC State's season moving forward. Plus, they look ahead to the in-state rivalry game against Duke, a...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill recap Martin Necas' clutch performance, scoring the go-ahead game-winning goal with 29 seconds remaining to secure a 6-4 win for the Carolina Hurricanes over the Philadelphia Flyers. Paul and Graham break down the key moments, Necas' impact on the game, and how the Hurricanes rallied for a thrilling finish.  Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the first-eve...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill preview the first College Football Playoff rankings being released tonight and discuss how No. 4 Miami is poised to be the ACC's lone representative. Paul and Graham analyze Miami's key games ahead, and the competition from the rest of the conference.  Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the Carolina Panthers trading wide receiver Jonathan Mingo to the Dall...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill break down NC State basketball's impressive 97-66 blowout win over USC Upstate to kick off the 2024-25 season. Also, Paul and Graham dive into No. 7 Duke's dominant 96-62 victory over Maine, led by standout freshmen Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel. Plus, Paul and Graham discuss No. 9 North Carolina's hard-fought 90-76 win over Elon, with RJ Davis scoring 24 points to sec...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill break down an exciting weekend in local college football. NC State's explosive offense, led by quarterback CJ Bailey, powered the Wolfpack to a 59-28 blowout victory over Stanford. Quarterback Cam Ward led the Miami Hurricanes to a 53-31 comeback win against Duke. Plus, Mack Brown secured his first win over Florida State as North Carolina cruised to a 35-11 victory.&nb...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill break down Bryce Young's clutch performance as he led the Carolina Panthers to a thrilling 23-22 victory over the New Orleans Saints, snapping their five-game losing streak. Paul and Graham dive into the second-year quarterback's game-winning touchdown drive, his overall progress, and how the Panthers offense stepped up under pressure.  Also, Paul Ihander and Grah...

Paul Ihander, Graham Hill, and David Shumate, Duke football play-by-play commentator, preview the Blue Devils upcoming showdown against No. 5 Miami. It's head coach Manny Diaz's highly anticipated return to face his former team. Paul, Graham, and David break down Duke's close 28-27 loss to SMU, analyze what the Blue Devils need to improve, and discuss the key matchups in this crucial ACC battle. A...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the Carolina Hurricanes commanding 8-2 victory over the Boston Bruins. Jack Roslovic and Andrei Svechnikov led the charge, netting two goals in a dominant performance. Paul and Graham analyze the key moments, standout performances, and what this win means for the Hurricanes moving forward this season.  Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill preview the Carolin...

Paul Ihander, Graham Hill, and Tommy Ashley from Inside Carolina recap UNC football's dominant 41-14 road win over Virginia breaking a four-game losing streak. Paul, Graham, and Tommy dive into key performances from the Tar Heels and how the victory sets the tone for their remaining season. Also, a preview of UNC's upcoming road game against a struggling Florida State team. 

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill break down the latest on Carolina Panthers second-year quarterback Bryce Young, who is expected to start again in Sunday's matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Paul and Graham discuss if this benefits Young's development, how the Panthers' offense can adjust for a better performance, and what to expect from both teams in this crucial NFC South showdown.  Also,...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by NC State football play-by-play commentator Matt Chazanow to break down the Wolfpack's thrilling 24-23 come-from-behind victory over California, led by freshman quarterback CJ Bailey. Paul, Graham, and Matt discuss Bailey's impressive performance under pressure, the team's key adjustments, and what NC State focused on during their off week. Also, they prev...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss the Carolina Panthers' trade of wide receiver Diontae Johnson to the Baltimore Ravens for a fifth-round pick. Johnson, who led the Panthers in receptions, targets, receiving yards, and touchdowns, leaves a big gap in the offense. Paul and Graham analyze what this means for Carolina's roster, and how it impacts the Panthers moving forward. 

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by ECU men's basketball head coach Michael Schwartz, now entering his third season after leading the Pirates to their most wins in conference play last year. Coach Schwartz previews the 2024-25 season, discussing key players like All-AAC preseason first-team selection RJ Felton and how he plans to build on last season's momentum.  Also, Paul Ihander and...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill dive into the future of Carolina Panthers wide receiver Diontae Johnson as the NFL trade deadline approaches. Paul and Graham discuss whether Johnson could be on the move and explore other potential trade agents on the Panthers roster.  Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill break down Sebastian Aho's thrilling game-winning goal in overtime, sealing a 4-3 victory for...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill break down the heart-stopping overtime showdown where SMU defeated Duke 28-27. The Blue Devils' bold decision to go for a game-winning 2-point conversion came up short, sealing their defeat. Paul and Graham analyze key moments from the game, and how this narrow loss impacts the remainder of their season. Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill recap the Carolina Hurricanes...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill discuss Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young's tough performance in his first game since being benched after Week 2. The Denver Broncos handed the Panthers a 28-14 defeat, raising more questions about Young's confidence and Carolina's offensive struggles.  Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill break down UNC football's impressive 41-14 victory over Virginia, end...

Paul Ihander, Graham Hill, and David Shumate, Duke football play-by-play commentator, break down the Blue Devils upcoming showdown against the high-powered SMU Mustangs. With SMU boasting one of the top offenses in the ACC after a change at quarterback, can Duke's defense rise to the challenge?  Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill recap the Carolina Hurricanes impressive 4-2 victory over the C...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill preview the Carolina Panthers' upcoming road matchup against the Denver Broncos. Bryce Young will make his much-anticipated return as the Panthers starting quarterback after being benched following Week 2. Can Young bounce back and lead Carolina to a victory? Also, Paul Ihander and Graham Hill preview UNC football's upcoming game against Virginia as the Tar Heels retur...

Paul Ihander, Graham Hill, and Tommy Ashley from Inside Carolina break down UNC football's narrow 41-34 loss to Georgia Tech. Paul, Graham, and Tommy discuss key areas for improvement during the Tar Heels bye week, including defensive adjustments and offensive consistency. Plus, they preview UNC's crucial upcoming game against Virginia, where the Tar Heels look to break a four-game losing streak....

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill break down the latest Carolina Panthers news, Bryce Young is set to start again following Andy Dalton's thumb injury from a car accident on Tuesday. Paul and Graham discuss how this shift impacts the Panthers' game plan, what to expect from Bryce Young under center, and the potential long-term effects on the team's quarterback situation heading into the rest of the sea...

Paul Ihander and Graham Hill are joined by NC State men's basketball head coach Kevin Keatts to recap the Wolfpack's thrilling Final Four run last season. Coach Keatts discusses how the team overcame challenges, key moments that defined their success, and what it means for the program moving forward. Also, Paul, Graham, and Coach Keatts preview the highly anticipated 2024-25 season.