The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes’ recent overtime win over the New York Rangers, and how the team can overcome the latest slew of injuries to key players.

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers’ 27-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in week 17, wherein the Panthers squandered yet another opportunity to clinch the NFC South. What causes Carolina to alternate between winning football and what we saw on Sunday?

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss the keys to the Carolina Panthers' game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, particularly creating havoc on the defensive side of the ball.

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss NC State basketball’s upcoming matchup with Ole Miss in the Greensboro Challenge, and whether the Wolfpack will respond to their coach’s latest strong comments questioning their effort.

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren react to the breaking news that guard Seth Trimble will return for the North Carolina Tar Heels for their game against Ohio State.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Panthers must limit Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans as much as possible with first place in the NFC South on the line.

Tim Donnelly & Pat Welter of WRAL Sports discuss the first season of UNC football under North Carolina football head coach Bill Belichick and the coverage and criticism that surrounded the Tar Heels.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how NC State basketball coach Will Wade called out his team after their 108-72 win over Texas Southern.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Panthers and head coach Dave Canales need to get their running game with Rico Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard back to playing at a high level to alleviate pressure off of Bryce Young.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the 2026 ACC football schedule where five schools where only play eight conference games, including UNC football, but how the remaining 12 teams will play nine games in conference.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour is finally getting a glimpse of what the team can be as players are returning from injury, and if Pyotr Kochetkov can be the team's No. 2 goalie behind Brandon Bussi.

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' NFL-record 12 straight losses as favorites, and try to get to the bottom of why Carolina can't seem to get it done when expected to win.

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss Sebastian Aho's five-game pointless streak, and why they're not concerned about the recent lack of stat-sheet production.

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren react to the Carolina Hurricanes’ current hot streak, which includes three straight shootout wins, Brandon Bussi’s historic start, and the return of franchise defenseman Jaccob Slavin.

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss Bryce Young's performance in the latest Panthers loss, a crucial one on the road against New Orleans. While the loss doesn't fall solely on the quarterback, could Young have done more to keep Carolina in the driver's seat to win the division?

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren break down the Carolina Panthers' latest loss to the New Orleans Saints- why has Carolina struggled to put a consistent effort on the field each week, and will this loss be the nail in the coffin for their playoff hopes?

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss how expectations have changed for the Carolina Panthers after the team has taken sole possession of first place in the NFC South with four weeks to go in the regular season.

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss UNC football moving on from offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens. Where did it go wrong for the Tar Heels this season, and how should they approach hiring Kitchens' replacement?

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren break down the Carolina Hurricanes' latest win, which marks goaltender Brandon Bussi's 10th win in his first 11 NHL starts. Could he be the unexpected hero that leads the Canes over the hump?

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales will be judged heavily on how well they perform down the stretch.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes and head coach Rod Brind'Amour turning to Brandon Bussi in goal for a second straight game as they face the Washington Capitals.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how NC State basketball smashed Liberty basketball, 85-45, but how head coach Will Wade is still looking for his team to play at their max.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss where the Carolina Panthers and head coach Dave Canales can lean on his star players against the New Orleans Saints as they try to win the NFC South title.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes beating the Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-1, including how Brandon Bussi is showing to be the best goalie for head coach Rod Brind'Amour.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes beating the Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-1, including how Brandon Bussi is showing to be the best goalie for head coach Rod Brind'Amour.