The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Are there go-to guys he feels he can go to in tight games? How does he feel about his team trying to turn things around? What strategy is he using to keep up the momentum they’re gaining? How does he feel about how the ACC is being perceived? If coaches feel THIS way about the NET and rankings, shouldn’t everyone else feel the same?

What is Rodgers doing that’s really working against him, if he’s wanting to stay in Green Bay? Who does he feel might be a better fit for Green Bay, if it’s not Rodgers? Has Bomani ever done one of these darkness experiments before? After the All Star game, ratings came out and it didn’t look so hot. However, what WAS interesting? What does the NBA have that’s troubling trends? What doesn’t EVER c...

What’s the hold up and is there any progression in sight? What’s the difference between passing this bill now versus the same bill from last year? What steps do we still need to take? How will this impact college sports, as well as professional?

Joe Ovies shares the latest on 2023 NFL Mock Drafts for the Carolina Panthers, including a projection for the Panthers to trade up to the No. 5 pick to draft Kentucky QB Will Levis. Matt Norlander of the Eye On College Basketball Podcast shared his thoughts on the college basketball season, how the ACC as a whole rates against other conferences, and if March Madness is the true evaluator of the st...

Joe Ovies & Julian Council of the Locked On Panthers Podcast share their thoughts on the coaching staff assembled by Frank Reich and the Carolina Panthers, but point out that none of it matters if they don't get the quarterback position right, whether it's in the 2023 NFL Draft, or free agency. Plus, Patrick Stevens of the Washington Post gave his latest breakdown on the projected NCAA Tournam...

Carolina Hurricanes color analyst Tripp Tracy shared his thoughts with Joe Giglio on the NHL Stadium Series matchup between the Hurricanes and the Washington Capitals, and what the Carolina Hurricanes could do at the trade deadline. Also, #HeyJoe questions about NC State basketball.

Several ACC basketball coaches, including Wake Forest basketball coach Steve Forbes, and Pitt basketball coach Jeff Capel, spoke out this week about how the ACC needs to change the narrative buy building up the conference more, whether it's other coaches, or the ACC Network. Joe Ovies points out how the changing of the guard with coaches has impacted how the league is viewed.

Should the Carolina Panthers move up in the 2023 NFL Draft to draft Kentucky QB Will Levis? Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss the latest in NFL Mock Drafts. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio wonder if a loss to Notre Dame basketball would mean UNC basketball is out of the NCAA Tournament? They point out that there are still games against Virginia basketball and Duke basketball for North Carolina basketb...

Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio break down with Wes Durham where the ACC is struggling in terms of personalities with head coaches, if UNC basketball can rebound late in the season, why the NCAA NET rankings are so confusing, and the national conversation around ACC basketball. Also, NFL Mock Draft SZN is in full swing, including what the Carolina Panthers could do to trade up in the draft.

Joe Giglio caught up with former NC State basketball player Dereck Whittenburg as the 1983 national championship team gathered to celebrate their championship from 40 years ago. Whittenburg says that it never gets old thinking back at what their team accomplished. Also, fan questions during #HeyJoe about the Carolina Hurricanes, sandwiches, and the Container Store, and country rap songs.

Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour discussed the possibility of a trade for the team, and was asked what a trade would signal to the locker room. Rod also shares his Stadium Series experience, how effective Andrei Svechnikov has been despite his lack of goal scoring, and the improved play of young players like Seth Jarvis & Martin Necas. Also, NC State men's basketball and UNC men'...

Should the Carolina Panthers trade for Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson? Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss the potential of Lamar Jackson leaving the Baltimore Ravens if he's not under an exclusive franchise tag. They also discuss the possibility that the Panthers could make. Also during the Daily Checkdown, Panthers head coach Frank Reich, and special assistant coach, Jim Caldwell, spoke with t...

Wake Forest men's basketball coach Steve Forbes shared with Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio if he thinks his team has a chance to make it into the NCAA Tournament, his frustration with not fully understanding NCAA NET Rankings, and why the ACC could benefit from less conference games. Also, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss potential 2023 NFL draft picks for the Carolina Panthers at the No. 9 pick. Al...

Carolina Hurricanes play-by-play voice Mike Maniscalco shared his experience from the NHL Stadium Series game at Carter-Finley Stadium between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Washington Capitals. Maniscalco also weighs in on the NHL trade deadline, and how the Hurricanes will balance making a move but also not mortgaging the future. Also, #HeyJoe questions about the ACC, and the potential of addin...

Terrence Oglesby of the Field of 68 shared his thoughts on the ACC, why the blue bloods like UNC basketball and Duke basketball have not lived up to their standards this season, and how ACC basketball stacks up to other conferences. Also, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss some items around the sports world that were missed over the weekend.

Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio point out that the NHL Stadium Series event and game itself was a success and the league put on a fantastic presentation, but the NHL failed people attending the event with it's lack of attention to parking ahead of the event. The parking situation also shows how far Raleigh, NC is behind in infrastructure, and that upgrades to the area around PNC Arena & Carter-Finl...

Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio opened up the phone lines to let listeners weigh in on their experience with the NHL Stadium Series game between the Carolina Hurricanes & Washington Capitals, including parking, the game itself, and the experience of being there. Also, a listener that was at the game caught up with producer Dennis Cox to share his opinion on Joe Ovies' take on ACC officials.

During #HeyJoe, questions were asked about UNC fans being 'salty' about NC State being featured so much during the NHL Stadium Series game between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals at Carter-Finley Stadium. Ovies & Giglio point out that the game was played at NC State's stadium, so it's only natural. Also, Ovies & Giglio break down where the NHL went wrong with parking.

Outside of the parking situation, the NHL Stadium Series game between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Washington Capitals was successful as an event inside Carter-Finley Stadium. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio also point out that the Hurricanes dominating also helped. NC State defeated UNC basketball in a pivotal ACC basketball game, 77-69. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio point out how NC State was strong...

The NHL Stadium Series has finally arrived, and there's a lot going on around the game than the actual game itself. The owner of Ripken The Bat Dog joined during the Daily Checkdown, as did NC State Club Hockey coach Tim Healy ahead of their matchup on Monday at Carter-Finley Stadium against UNC club hockey. Also, conversations about Eric Bieniemy taking the job as the Washington Commanders offens...

Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper and Carolina Hurricanes Owner Tom Dundon bought their respective franchises at relatively the same time in 2018. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio compare and contrast the two owners, the success of their franchises during their tenure, and how open each of the owners are to interviews & more. Bomani Jones of ESPN shared his thoughts on the NBA Trade deadline and...

Chad LaRose, former Carolina Hurricane and member of the 2006 Stanley Cup championship team, shared his thoughts on the Hall of Fame induction of former teammate Cam Ward, what the NHL Stadium Series game at Carter-Finley means to the franchise and area, and shares a story of seeing Green Day in concert his first night in Raleigh, NC. Also, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio answer #HeyJoe questions from...

Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discussed how the NHL Stadium Series matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes & Washington Capitals has finally arrived, and how the build to the event has been a bit taxing, but in a good way. Ovies & Giglio differed on their thoughts with the upcoming UNC vs NC State basketball matchup, which both teams are trying to find their way into the NCAA Tournament.

The NCAA asks US appeals court to block pay for student athletes. What does this mean? What is ESPN doing to, of course, make more money? Is sports becoming more consumer friendly or going the opposite way because of streaming? How is sports evolving over time now?

How far does Ray believe they can go? How do they stand against the other teams? What could the Canes use to get them to the cup again? Where do they struggle, in Ray’s opinion? Does he see Anderson getting us to the Stanley Cup; and if so, where does he lack? It was brought up that Ray used to play on the Whalers team, so Joe asks a question that a lot of people may be thinking as a Canes fan. An...