The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss the recent trade rumors surrounding Carolina Panthers WR Adam Thielen potentially returning to the Minnesota Vikings. Would it be beneficial for the Panthers to move the 35-year-old veteran? This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers’ upcoming roster cutdowns, with roughly 24 hours to go before the roster must be cut to 53 players. Which wide receivers will make the cut? Could a trade make these decisions a little easier for GM Dan Morgan? This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hemp...

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' preseason as a whole, and wonder whether coach Dave Canales has done enough differently to avoid a shaky start like last season. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss a recent quote from UNC football Coach Bill Belichick, and whether he was sneakily taking a shot at his former boss, New England Patriots Owner Robert Kraft. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren react to the Carolina Panthers' 19-10 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in their preseason finale, and lament the fact that, aside from safety Lathan Ransom, nobody made a strong case to secure a roster spot. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how UNC football coach Bill Belichick is impacting revenue for North Carolina, and how UNC AD Bubba Cunningham is exploring new ways to generate revenue. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers facing the Pittsburgh Steeler in their final preseason game, and what to expect from the backup offense with Bryce Young and the starters not playing for head coach Dave Canales. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales handled the preseason play calling with Bryce Young the right way. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss NC State football preparing to take on ECU football during Week 1 of the 2025 College Football Season. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly and ECU football coach Blake Harrell discuss their season opening contest at NC State football, being named the full-time head coach. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales can learn from former head coach Ron Rivera. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin and a recent interview he did about his start with the Hurricanes during the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, and how he's preparing for his rookie season in the NHL. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox if NC State football, UNC football, Duke football, and the Carolina Panthers are handling their quarterbacks properly. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how UNC football coach Bill Belichick should go ahead and name Gio Lopez the starting QB for North Carolina football. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if the Carolina Panthers should trade for Cincinnati Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers starting offense struggling against the Houston Texans. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Dennis Cox & Max Goren discuss realistic ideal scenarios for each of the Triangle college football teams through four weeks of the 2025 season. Who will be on top through four games- Duke, NC State or UNC? This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Dennis Cox & Max Goren discuss which Carolina Panthers have an opportunity to show their stuff in the team’s second preseason game after opportunities for some starters were limited against Cleveland. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Dennis Cox & Max Goren react to ESPN’s annual NFL position group rankings, particularly the running backs portion, which ranked the Carolina Panthers’ RB room as the 28th best in the NFL. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Dennis Cox & Max Goren discuss the feasibility of a Major League Baseball team coming to Raleigh in the wake of Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon buying the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Dennis Cox & Max Goren discuss which Panthers have the best opportunity to step up and make a bigger role for themselves in Saturday's preseason game against the Houston Texans. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Dennis Cox & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' joint practice with the Houston Texans, and how sloppy moments in practice can provide coachable moments for Dave Canales. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss what ESPN described as the Carolina Panthers and their "X-factor" this season. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if the recruiting strategy for UNC football coach Bill Belichick about preparing players for the NFL enough to sell recruits if other top programs are simply offering more money than North Carolina football? This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensary. Order online at https://www.hempies.co

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon purchasing the Portland Trail Blazers of the NBA, and the impact it could have on the Hurricanes, and if it affects the potential of MLB to Raleigh, even if Dundon stated he still is interested in bring MLB to Raleigh, North Carolina. This podcast is presented by Hempie’s, North Carolina’s premium hemp dispensar...