The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly discusses NC State basketball moving on to the NCAA Tournament, and wonders if they can keep their momentum going after winning five games in five days in the ACC Tournament. Also, ACC basketball needs to continue to show up in the NCAA Tournament. 

The Carolina Hurricanes won two games over the weekend, a 5-4 shootout win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, and a 7-2 thumping of the Ottawa Senators. Tim Donnelly discusses how the newest additions of Evgeny Kuznetsov & Jake Guentzel are already making contributions and are fitting in well with their new team. 

Tim Donnelly discusses how the Carolina Panthers are having free agent WR's Mike Williams from the LA Chargers, and Michael Gallup of the Dallas Cowboys visit this week as potential free agents, and how GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales should explore all options when it comes to WR, both in free agency and the 2024 NFL Draft. Also, the ACC had five schools make the NCAA Tournament. Plus,...

Tim Donnelly discusses says UNC basketball needs to regroup for NCAA Tournament after North Carolina basketball lost in the ACC Tournament Championship to NC State basketball. Tim Donnelly discusses says that Duke basketball has run out of excuses and now is the time to put up or shut up for the NCAA Tournament.

Tim Donnelly discusses NC State basketball winning five games in five days to win the ACC Tournament, beating Duke basketball and UNC basketball along the way, including beating North Carolina basketball in the ACC Championship game.

Tim Donnelly points out how the Chicago Bears are continuing to use assets from the Carolina Panthers to generate a strong roster for whomever they draft No. 1 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, including the Bears trading for Los Angeles Chargers WR Keenan Allen for a 4th-round pick that was a result of trading picks received from the Carolina Panthers. Also, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox give their...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes shutting out the Florida Panthers, 4-0, as Evgeny Kuznetsov scored his first goal as a Hurricane, as well as Jake Guentzel's first point for Carolina, and Freddie Andersen getting a shutout in goal. Also, Tim Donnelly previews NC State vs. Virginia in the semifinals of the ACC Tournament tonight. 

Tim Donnelly says UNC basketball is clicking at the right time after defeating Florida State basketball in the ACC Tournament, and didn't have a hangover from beating Duke basketball to close out the regular season. Also, Tim Donnelly previews UNC basketball vs. Pitt in the semifinals of the ACC Tournament tonight. 

Tim Donnelly discusses NC State basketball surviving and advancing in the ACC Tournament after knocking No. 11 Duke basketball, 74-69, and how Kevin Keatts has his players playing their best at the right time, and that NC State basketball understands their need to win the ACC Tournament in Washington DC in order to make the NCAA Tournament. Also, Tim Donnelly says there are major questions for Duk...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox debate on the NCAA Tournament prospects of UNC basketball. As the NCAA tournament approaches, the discussion around seeding intensifies, and UNC finds itself in the spotlight. Tim & Dennis discuss whether UNC basketball has made a compelling case for a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament. 

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers signing former Minnesota Vikings edge rusher DJ Wonnum as one of the replacements for Brian Burns after Burns was traded to the New York Giants by GM Dan Morgan.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox recap the latest from the ACC Tournament Quarterfinals. They break down North Carolina's impressive victory over Florida State, highlighting standout performances and key moments from the game. Additionally, they discuss Wake Forest's disappointing loss to Pitt, analyzing the factors that contributed to their loss and what it means for NCAA Tournament hopes. Plus, the...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes losing 1-0 to the New York Rangers in the debut appearance of Jake Guentzel for the Carolina Hurricanes. Tim & Dennis say that Hurricanes goalie Pyotr Kochetkov was outstanding in net, and that Guentzel & Evgeny Kuznetsov are going to take a bit of time to get adjusted, but that by the Stanley Cup Playoffs roll around the Canes...

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers trading CB Donte Jackson & a 6th-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson and a 7th-round pick, in what should be called a great move by GM Dan Morgan.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share their confidence levels, and concerns for UNC basketball, Duke basketball, and NC State basketball as the ACC Tournament is underway.

Tim Donnelly recaps NC State's impressive victory over Louisville in the first round of the ACC Tournament. Tim breaks down into the action-packed matchup, analyzing the key players, standout performances, and pivotal moments that led to the Wolfpack's triumphant 94-85 win.

During Cop or Drop, questions about ACC basketball in the NCAA Tournament, the future of Kevin Keatts at NC State basketball, the Carolina Panthers, Carolina Hurricanes, and more. Also, Tuesday feedback replying to listeners responses.

The Carolina Hurricanes face the New York Rangers in a pivotal Metro Division matchup in the NHL, whicih might feature the Canes debut of recently acquired forward Jake Guentzel. Also, the Carolina Panthers are building their free agent signings from the interior of the field with interior offensive lineman and defensive lineman. 

With the ACC Tournament underway, the question for NC State basketball going forward is if head coach Kevin Keatts will remain the head coach after this season, or be fired after the season?

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers trading former first-round pick Brian Burns to the New York Giants for a 2nd-round and 5th-round pick, and how the Carolina Panthers dropped the ball with how they handled Brian Burns, but also how GM Dan Morgan & head coach Dave Canales are making free agent signings on the interior of the offensive and defensive line, signing DT A'Sha...

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers signing former Miami Dolphins guard Robert Hunt to a 5-year, $100 million deal with $63 million guaranteed, and how this is a great move by GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales to help QB Bryce Young. Also, they discuss how the Panthers are cutting players like Bradley Bozeman, Vonn Bell, Hayden Hurst, and others. Tim Donnelly & De...

NC State basketball closed out their regular season with a loss on the road vs NC State basketball and limps into the ACC Tournament with questions if DJ Horne will be healthy enough to play, but also about the future of head coach Kevin Keatts. 

Tim Donnelly shares his thoughts on UNC basketball's win over Duke basketball, and how North Carolina won the hustle plays against Duke, and how Cormac Ryan having a strong game is nothing new for North Carolina and head coach Hubert Davis. Also, discussing Kyle Filipowski of Duke basketball tripping Harrison Ingram of Duke basketball. 

The Carolina Hurricanes won two games over the weekend - at the New Jersey Devils and home against the Calgary Flames - and look energized after the trade deadline acquisitions of Jake Guentzel and Evgeny Kuznetsov, even though Guentzel has yet to play. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share their thoughts on the Carolina Hurricanes also trading for center Evgeny Kuznetsov from the Washington Capitals at the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline, but also the return of Frederik Andersen in net for the Hurricanes after missing four months due to a blood-clotting issue.