The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss why NC State and UNC football fans should avoid overreacting to their team’s season opener performances. UNC narrowly escaped with a 19-17 win over Minnesota, thanks to a last-second missed field goal, meanwhile, NC State struggled for three quarters against Western Carolina before pulling away with 21 unanswered points in the 4th quarter to secure a 38...

Tim Donnelly & Paul Ihander preview tonight’s season opener as NC State faces Western Carolina. This game marks the first chance to see the Wolfpack’s new players from the transfer portal in action. Tim & Paul break down how these key additions could impact NC State’s performance this season, and players to watch.

Tim Donnelly & Mike Glennon, former NC State and NFL quarterback, discuss the Carolina Panthers' final roster cuts to shape their initial 53-man team. Tim & Mike also preview NC State Football's season opener against Western Carolina tomorrow night at Carter-Finley Stadium.

Tim Donnelly dives deep into the Carolina Panthers' latest roster moves, analyzing who they claimed off waivers and the tough decisions they made in cutting players to make room.

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill dive into North Carolina Football’s highly anticipated season opener against Minnesota on the road tomorrow night. Tim & Graham preview the Tar Heels’ key players, game strategies, and what they need to do to secure a win in week one.

Tim Donnelly breaks down the Carolina Panthers' bold roster moves, claiming six new players off waivers just a day after finalizing their 53-man roster. Tim discussed what these additions mean for the team, how they impact depth and strategy, and which positions are set for the biggest changes.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales need to explore all options with waiver claims.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Hurricanes forward Martin Necas wants to earn the trust of head coach Rod Brind'Amour to get an increased role, and what former Carolina Hurricanes forward Jake Guentzel had to say about Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers roster cuts to the initial 53-man roster, including Terrace Marshall Jr. being waived, and what potential moves could be made.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers DM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales have tough decisions to make as the Panthers try to put together their 53-man roster.

Tim Donnelly says New England Patriots QB Drake Maye should start Week 1 of the season and has done everything Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo has needed regarding a QB competition with Jacoby Brissett.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Florida State football losing to Georgia Tech football opens the door for NC State football and the rest of the ACC to win the ACC Football Championship.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young and the starting offense looked in their only preseason action for head coach Dave Canales.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share which Carolina Panthers players they're looking forward to seeing in the final preseason game at the Buffalo Bills, including Trevin Wallace, Robert Hunt, Ickey Ekwonu, and Xavier Legette.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers CB Jaycee Horn has to prove this year that he can stay healthy for a full year, but also show he can play to his high end talent for a full season for head coach Dave Canales and GM Dan Morgan.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox give their predictions for who wins the ACC Football Championship, with Tim choosing NC State Football to win it all, while Dennis has Clemson football beating Florida State football to win the ACC with a potential three-way tie for atop the conference.

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss UNC football coach Mack Brown saying he wants to use both Max Johnson and Conner Harrell at QB against Minnesota football, and for the season, with Tim saying it's not a good decision for North Carolina Football to run a two-QB system.

Tim Donnelly & Mike Glennon, former NC State and NFL quarterback, discuss the sky-high expectations for NC State Football as they enter the 2024 season. Tim & Mike also delve into Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales' decision to play the starters in the final preseason game against the Buffalo Bills.

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss the importance of Carolina Panthers left tackle Ickey Ekwonu mastering consistency in the 2024 season. Tim and Graham analyze his strengths, areas for improvement, and what he needs to do to elevate his game and protect Bryce Young.

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill break down the top contenders for the 2024 Heisman Trophy. With standout performances expected from key players across college football, Tim & Graham analyze who has the best shot at taking home the prestigious award this season.

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discuss Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales’ decision to play the starters in the final preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. Tim & Graham analyze the potential benefits and risks of this strategy.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the biggest offseason storylines from the Carolina Hurricanes, including Jake Guentzel and Martin Necas.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how long the rebuild for the Carolina Panthers under GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales will take, and how the Detroit Lions may have provided the model for the Panthers to follow.

Former Miami Hurricanes QB and Heisman Trophy winner Gino Torretta joined Tim Donnelly to talk about the upcoming college football season, including Florida State football facing Georgia Tech during the opening weekend, how Cam Ward will adjust for Miami football, and the level of parity in college football this season.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales will fully unlock second year QB Bryce Young, and how Bryce Young will have more freedom to work within the offense.