The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if Carolina Panthers first-round pick Xavier Legette could potentially have a lingering hamstring issue that could impact this season, knowing full well the team is being cautious with the injury during mandatory minicamp. Also, the Florida Panthers took a 2-0 series lead over the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Finals, with questions about Alexander Barkov...

What can the Carolina Hurricanes learn from the Boston Celtics about structuring their roster this offseason? Also, a look ahead to Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, which begs the questions - can the Carolina Hurricanes get a shut down goalie? Plus, a look ahead to the US Open. 

Which new school between SMU football, Cal football, and Stanford football is the best incoming team? Also, The Big Rock Fishing Tournament is underway in Morehead City, NC, with over $1.7 million in prizes being doled out on the first day. Plus, the latest on Carolina Hurricanes forward Martin Necas as rumors swirl about his future. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss ten returning Carolina Panthers that need to step up in the 2024 NFL Season for head coach Dave Canales.] Also, the 1983 National Championship NC State basketball team is suing the NCAA for using their championship run as promotional material without any compensation for the members of the team. 

Tim Donnelly points out that the ACC still continues to prove across all sports that they're successful on the field - particularly in the postseason - including UNC baseball making it to the College World Series, and NC State baseball on the verge of winning their Super Regional over Georgia baseball. Also, which college football players will be the most missed during the 2024 college football se...

Carolina Panthers CB Jaycee Horn just simply needs to stay healthy during the 2024 NFL Season. Also, do the Dallas Mavericks have a chance of coming back to win the NBA Finals after losing Game 1 to the Boston Celtics? How do former Duke basketball players Derrick Lively and Kyrie Irving turn things around for the Mavs? 

The NCAA Super Regionals are underway, with UNC baseball and NC State baseball in action. Plus, Tim & Dennis make picks for the weekend in NCAA Super Regionals, Stanley Cup Playoffs, NBA Finals, and Premier Lacrosse League. Also, who are the most fun players to watch between NC State football, UNC football, and Duke football for the 2024 college football season?

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox say it's now time to sound the alarm about the Carolina Hurricanes and owner Tom Dundon not having hired a general manager. They also discuss the report that the Carolina Hurricanes would trade the negotiating rights to Jake Guentzel for a mid-round pick before NHL Free Agency begins on July 1st, and how the Chicago Blackhawks might be the team.

If Dan Hurley leaves UConn basketball for the NBA to coach the LA Lakers, is it a bad sign for college basketball? Tim Donnelly says it's not. Also, the NCAA approved corporate signs and logos on football fields between the playing lines, which means more of a revenue opportunity for athletic departments. 

Who is the face of college basketball if UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley leaves to coach the Los Angeles Lakers? Will it be Jon Scheyer of Duke basketball, or Hubert Davis of UNC basketball? Also, is Hurley leaving good for the sport of college basketball? 

Who is the face of college basketball if UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley leaves to coach the Los Angeles Lakers? Will it be Jon Scheyer of Duke basketball, or Hubert Davis of UNC basketball? Also, is Hurley leaving good for the sport of college basketball? 

Who is the face of college basketball if UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley leaves to coach the Los Angeles Lakers? Will it be Jon Scheyer of Duke basketball, or Hubert Davis of UNC basketball? Also, is Hurley leaving good for the sport of college basketball? 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox speculate about the report that Carolina Hurricanes forward Jake Guentzel could possibly sign with the Chicago Blackhawks during the 2024 NHL Free Agency period that starts July 1st. Also, what are the Pros & Cons of the Carolina Hurricanes potentially trading forward Martin Necas. 

Tim Donnelly wonders since the Carolina Hurricanes still have yet to fill their vacant General Manager position, which begs the question: is it time to press the panic button? Also, will owner Tom Dundon promote interim GM Eric Tulsky to full-time GM? Plus, could the Carolina Hurricanes trade center Jesperi Kotkaniemi this offseason? 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how the 'leadership' of Bryce Young for the Carolina Panthers will dependent on how he performs on the field in his 2nd year in the NFL. Also, which college coach from NC State football, Duke football, and UNC football could be on the move after the 2024 college football season? 

Did Houston Texans QB CJ Stroud misremember some trash talk against the Carolina Panthers? Also, Angel Reese on the growth and popularity rising of the WNBA. Plus, Julius Peppers selects who is going to induct him into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. And, a one-of-one signed Michael Jordan trading card sells for over $2,9 million. 

Which team has the best chances of winning the ACC football title in 2024? Also, is NC State football being overlooked? Also, The New England Patriots are preaching 'patience' with former UNC football QB and first-round pick, Drake Maye. 

While Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales is a change of pace & vibe to Frank Reich, he still has much to prove and learn as a first-time head coach when the season gets started. Also, are there some teams that are already being priced out of trading for Carolina Hurricanes forward Martin Necas? 

The Carolina Panthers are promoting the relationship between head coach Dave Canales and GM Dan Morgan, and the growth of Bryce Young and Derrick Brown in the first episode of the latest season of Carolina Panthers Blueprint. Also, does the fact that the Carolina Panthers's top free agent signings to be edge rushers in Jadeveon Clowney & K'Lavon Chaisson not being at OTA's a problem? 

Will the Carolina Hurricanes trade Martin Necas before the weekend? During Cop or Drop, Dennis Cox poses questions to Tim Donnelly, including about the latest regarding Martin Necas & Jake Guentzel, the Carolina Panthers, The College World Series, and more. 

NC State football is adding PSLs (Personal Seat Licenses) for football, requiring season ticket holders to purchase a PSL in order to have the right to purchase season tickets for football, which would add more revenue to the athletic department.  Also, North Carolina State House Committee moved forward with a bill that would require UNC & NC State to play each other in football and men's...

Tim Donnelly points out that the ACC still continues to prove across all sports that they're successful on the field - particularly in the postseason - despite being looked over in the NCAA Tournament in men's basketball, football, and so many other sports. Also, ESPN ranked college football QBs in tiers, with NC State being the highest in the Triange, ahead of UNC football, and Duke football.&nbs...

With Christian McCaffrey getting a contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox review the trade made by the Carolina Panthers and former GM Scott Fitterer, and how the Panthers didn't maximize their return. Also, upgrades are coming to Bank of America Stadium, which would keep the Carolina Panthers at BoA for the next 20 years. 

Will potential candidates turn down the Carolina Hurricanes general manager position under owner Tom Dundon during the 2024 NHL offseason? Also, what are the latest rumors involving Carolina Hurricanes forward Martin Necas, and what kind of contract could he earn? 

What can the Carolina Panthers and GM Dan Morgan learn about the contract extension signed by Minnesota Vikings Wide Receiver Justin Jefferson when it comes to prioritizing positions to sign extensions? Plus, what are the best personnel moves from the Carolina Panthers this offseason?