The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the latest from the Carolina Panthers as voluntary workouts take place this week ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. Dennis asks Tim three questions related to the NFL Draft, including which teams move up outside of the top-10 will trade up to draft a quarterback. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how NC State basketball, UNC basketball, and Duke basketball have all been active in different ways through the transfer portal. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox react live the announcement by NC State forward Mohamed Diarra announcing that he's declaring for 2024 NBA Draft.  

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox were joined by Jamie Hersh of the NHL Network to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes leading the New York Islanders 2-0 in their opening round series of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including the depth of the Hurricanes, the addition of Jake Guentzel, and if the Hurricanes should stick with their rotation in goal with Frederik Andersen & Pyotr Kochetkov.

During Cop or Drop, Dennis Cox poses questions to Tim Donnelly about the Carolina Hurricanes vs the New York Islanders, including the injury to Brett Pesce, and if Pyotr Kochetkov should start in net over Frederik Andersen in Game 3 of the series. Also, questions about JJ Redick interviewing for the Charlotte Hornets head coaching job, and the 2024 NFL Draft. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales approach to the 2024 NFL Draft, including how the team can find value at running back either late in the draft, or possibly an undrafted free agent to go along with Chuba Hubbard & Miles Sanders. Also, Tim breaks down Drake Maye and where he might land in the 2024 NFL Draft, with the possibiliti...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes winning Game 2, 5-3, over the New York Islanders despite trailing 3-0 in the 2nd period, and how there's no way the New York Islanders bounce back from this loss. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball guard Seth Trimble leaving the transfer portal to return to North Carolina basketball, which is big for head coach Hubert...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-3 comeback win over the New York Islanders in Game 2 of the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but how the Canes might be without defenseman Brett Pesce after leaving Game 2 with an injury. Also, the top players for the Hurricanes and head coach Rod Brind'Amour showed up late in the game when they needed it most. 

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox dissect the Carolina Hurricanes' impressive 3-1 triumph over the New York Islanders in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs first round. From standout plays to pivotal moments, Tim & Dennis delve into who emerged as the Hurricanes' top three players during this intense matchup. Also, Walt Ruff, Hurricanes.com reporter, joined Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox to prev...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales approach to the 2024 NFL Draft with helping Bryce Young, but that QB Bryce Young needs to elevate his play. Also, during today's Canes "Cup Check-In" on 99.9 The Fan - served up by Abbey Road Tavern and Grill - In Cary and Apex, your neighborhood rock n' roll sports bars, Adam Gold was joined earlie...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball forward Harrison Ingram entering the 2024 NBA Draft, and how North Carolina basketball head coach Hurbert Davis needs to be active in the transfer portal to replace players, but with the major question being if guard RJ Davis will return. Also, Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer has been active in the transfer portal grabbing two role player...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes winning Game 1 of the Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders, 3-1, but that the Canes should not be happy with their Game 1 performance and need to play stronger in Game 2 at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC.  Also, as Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox prepare for Game 2 of the first round in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, they get exclusive ins...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts being able to finally recruit Dontrez Styles to the Wolfpack, this time out of the transfer portal from Georgetown basketball. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball forward Sean Stewart entering the transfer portal, making him the 7th Blue Devil player to enter the portal, and how Jon Scheyer will have to...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if the Carolina Hurricanes continue their goalie rotation of Frederik Andersen & Pyotr Kochetkov during the Stanley Cup Playoffs to keep their rhythm & routine of the regular season. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and how it's Stanley Cup or bust for the Hurricanes this season. Also, Tim & Dennis each give two key players to the series. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales making upgrades at WR, and how they might select two WRs in the 2024 NFL Draft to continue to upgrade the position to help Bryce Young.  

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers cornerback position, and how the health of Jaycee Horn is vital for the success of the Panthers defense, and how depth is needed because of the injury history. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales talking to the media about the offseason and the approach to the 2024 NFL Draft.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share where their confidence lies, and concerns are, for the Carolina Hurricanes as they face the New York Islanders in the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Also, a wild story about the Arizona Coyotes and former player Shane Doan.

Tim Donnelly points out how UNC football coach Mack Brown doesn't want ACC Network airing their spring football game, and wonders if Brown is trying to lower any expectations for the coming season, or possibly trying to hide what their defense might look like and who the No. 1 QB will be to replace Drake Maye. Also, the Washington Commanders brought in Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, JJ McCarthey, and...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and how there are no excuses in the NHL Playoffs this year as the team, even if Jesper Fast is not able to play. WRAL Meteorologist Kat Campbell joined the show to provide a tailgate weather report, while Tim & Dennis also discusses tailgate etiquette.&nbs...

During Hit it & Quit it, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss various topics, including Jesper Fast getting injured for the Carolina Hurricanes against the Columbus Blue Jackets, revenue generated by the State of North Carolina on sports wagering during the month of March, the NBA banning Jontay Porter, and NFL mock drafts having the Washington Commanders selecting UNC football quarterback Dr...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball guard Jeremy Roach declaring for the NBA Draft, while also entering the transfer portal, and how this effects head coach Jon Scheyer, and guard Tyrese Proctor. Tim Donnelly points out how UNC basketball doesn't have any star players playing in the NBA playoffs, but Duke basketball has a multitude of them, and that North Carolina basketball need...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers needing to add a young tight end in the 2024 NFL Draft, and how an upgrade at the position will great help Bryce Young, and head coach Dave Canales' offense. Also, Tim & Dennis discuss the reports that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft prevented former head coach Bill Belichick from getting another job in the NFL with the Atlant...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and how there are no excuses in the NHL Playoffs this year as the team has added Jake Guentzel and have a go-to scoring line. Also, forward Jesper Fast suffered an injury vs. the Columbus Blue Jackets, but head coach Rod Brind'Amour got to see young players Br...

During Cop or Drop, Dennis Cox poses questions to Tim Donnelly about the Carolina Panthers vs the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Carolina Hurricanes playoff series against the New York Islanders, as well as if the Carolina Panthers moving up in the 2024 NFL Draft, the NBA Play-in games, and more. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the second straight season as the NHL Playoffs get underway in the coming days. Tim says that the Hurricanes and head coach Rod Brind'Amour made the moves to make a deep playoff run, and that it's Stanley Cup or bust. Also, Rod Brind'Amour will roll out a m...