The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox how University of Oklahoma is hiring a former Philadelphia Eagles front office member to help the school in the 'salary cap era' of college sports, and if a salary cap is destined for college sports.

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox offseason grades for the Carolina Hurricanes, and if the judgements are justified for their offseason under new GM Eric Tulsky and owner Tom Dundon. 

Tim Donnelly discusses how New England Patriots QB and former UNC football QB Drake Maye was highlighted on HBO's Hard Knocks when he was interviewed by the New York Giants at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss ESPN's WAY too early NHL rankings for the 2024-2025 season, with the Carolina Hurricanes being rated sixth. Were the rankings too high, and should expectations be lowered for the Hurricanes this season?

Tim Donnelly says Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan got fleeced by the New York Giants for edge rusher Brian Burns in a trade that was highlighted on HBO's Hard Knocks.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Derrick Brown being ranked as the 7th best defensive tackle in the NFL by league executives, and how Brown can still get better as a pass rusher.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss recent sentiments about Carolina Panthers co-owner Nicole Tepper about possible influence she might have had during the 2024 NFL Draft, and if David Tepper & Nicole are still controlling GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball commit Cooper Flagg being able to face Team USA men's basketball ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics and how the experience is invaluable for Flagg, but also how Jared McCain & Kyle Filipowski made their NBA Summer League debuts, JJ Redick being the LA Lakers head coach, and Grant Hill having an impact on selecting Team USA Men's Basketball, a...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark's claims that the Big 12 is one of the top-3 conference in America, overlooking the ACC.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Adrian Wilson no longer being VP of Player Personnel for the Carolina Panthers, including how the departure went under the radar, and if the Panthers haven't learned from any of their past front office moves under owner David Tepper?

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball commit Cooper Flagg being able to face Team USA men's basketball ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics and how the experience is invaluable for Flagg.

Tim Donnelly says the Carolina Hurricanes have major holes on their roster from a goal production standpoint after top scorers like Sebastian Aho, Andrei Svechnikov, and Seth Jarvis. Also, would a rookie like Felix Unger Sorum make the roster?

Dennis Cox, sitting in for Tim Donnelly, gives three areas of growing pains this season for the Carolina Panthers and head coach Dave Canales, along with Panthers QB Bryce Young, and areas where the defense might struggle. 

Dennis Cox, sitting in for Tim Donnelly, discusses the Carolina Hurricanes signing forward Jack Roslovic, but how there are still major questions regarding the Canes, the holes that still need to be filled, and the frustrations that Hurricanes fans are feeling right now.

Dennis Cox, sitting in for Tim Donnelly, highlights three compelling reasons Carolina Panthers fans should be excited about the upcoming season. From exciting new acquisitions and strategic coaching changes to promising young talent, Dennis discusses the factors that could lead the Panthers to success.

Dennis Cox, sitting in for Tim Donnelly, & Graham Hill explore potential rivals for SMU, Cal, and Stanford among current ACC teams. Who should be the fierce competitors for these new conference members?

Dennis Cox, filling in for Tim Donnelly, is joined by newly-signed Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere. Dennis delves into Shayne's return to the team and his experience in Raleigh, NC. Shayne discussed his journey back, his expectations for the season, and what it means to be a part of the Hurricanes again.

Dennis Cox, sitting in for Tim Donnelly, & Graham Hill discuss the new Carolina Hurricanes roster for the upcoming season. With NHL free agency bringing in new talent, Dennis & Graham analyze if these acquisitions position the Hurricanes as a strong playoff contender.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss who the "keeper of the culture" is for the Carolina Panthers, and how Shaq Thompson is likely the guy to help maintain the culture for head coach Dave Canales and GM Dan Morgan.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes through the start of NHL Free Agency, and how the Canes lack scoring in the roster right now after top players like Sebastian Aho, Andrei Svechnikov, and Seth Jarvis.

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Sean Walker why he chose the Carolina Hurricanes, the perception that the Carolina Hurricanes have as a team around the league, how his style of play fits the system under head coach Rod Brind'Amour and adjusting to the Carolina Hurricanes system, and what it would be like living in Raleigh, NC.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Hurricanes rounding out their defense by signing Shayne Gostisbehere to a three-year, 9.6 million contract ($3.2 AAV) and Sean Walker to a five-year, $18 million deal ($3.6 AAV) to replace Brady Skjei & Brett Pesce on defense.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Hurricanes forward Jake Guentzel being traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning for a 2025 third-round pick ahead of 2024 NHL Free Agency, and wonder if there was tampering involved by Tampa Bay and if Jake Guentzel was signing with the Bolts all along.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes free agency start, which includes forward Jake Guentzel signing with the Tampa Bay Lightning after it appeared Hurricanes GM Eric Tulsky having agreed to a contract with Guentzel.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss who the most disrespected college football team is between NC State football, UNC football, and Duke football heading into the 2024 College football season.