The Drive with Tim Donnelly

During Cop or Drop, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the latest with the Carolina Hurricanes goalie situation now that the Philadelphia Flyers goalie Carter Hart is taking a leave of absense from the team, the latest with sports betting in the State of North Carolina, WWE signing a 10-yaer deal to have Monday Night Raw on Netflix starting in 2025, and more. 

After North Carolina basketball guard RJ Davis dropped 36 points in an 85-64 win over Wake Forest basketball, Tim Donnelly says UNC basketball is in their own tier of ACC basketball this season, and nothing is slowing them down. Also, who are the favorites to finish in the top-4 of the ACC men's basketball standings and have a bye until Thursday of the ACC men's basketball tournament. 

Tim Donnelly disagrees with the decision process by Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper to promote Dan Morgan to the role of General Manager after the firing of Scott Fitterer. Tim Donnelly wonders what impact new Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan will have on the hiring of the new head coach, or will David Tepper have final say. Donnelly also is interested to see if Tampa Bay Buccaneers Offensive...

Tim Donnelly breaks down the players who are getting second interviews with the Carolina Panthers, and who is the favorite to be picked by owner David Tepper? Donnelly wonders if LA Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris will be the choice.  Tim Donnelly points out that the Carolina Hurricanes still need to look to add a goalie before the trade deadline, even if the lineup in front is playi...

Tim Donnelly says UNC basketball took care of business on the road against Boston College, including another strong performance by Harrison Ingram that also saw RJ Davis score 16 points. Also, Tim Donnelly also gives us this week's Podium ranking ACC basketball from the State of North Carolina, with UNC basketball taking the gold, Wake Forest basketball taking the silver, NC State basketball takin...

Tim Donnelly says that NC State basketball had a disappointing showing vs. Virginia Tech basketball, and that Kevin Keatts' team didn't show the toughness on defense like they did against Wake Forest basketball. Tim Donnelly says that Duke basketball severely lacks toughness and looked 'soft' in their loss to Pitt basketball.

Tim Donnelly disagrees with the decision by Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper to promote Dan Morgan to the role of General Manager after the firing of Dan Morgan.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss former Carolina Panthers in the divisional round of the Playoffs, and Miami Hurricanes TE Cam McCormick getting a 9th year of eligibility. 

Tim Donnelly breaks down the Carolina Panthers interviewing Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, and Houston Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik, including how owner David Tepper is at the point of recruiting top coaching prospects as NFL coaching hires are taking place throughout the league.

Tim Donnelly says that NC State basketball still has a lot to prove this weekend against Virginia Tech basketball, and that head coach Kevin Keatts and the Wolfpack need to show the toughness they had against Wake Forest basketball. Tim Donnelly UNC basketball and head coach Hubert Davis can't get complacent atop of the ACC basketball standings, and that North Carolina basketball must stay sharp a...

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill share their confidence and express their concerns with the Carolina Hurricanes including the team not finishing what they started in games, their current goaltending situation, their penalty kill, and individual performances from players. Also, Tim Donnelly discussed how the Atlanta Falcons are set to have a second meeting with Bill Belichick and what this could mean...

Tim Donnelly has some good news to share with Carolina Panthers fans regarding quarterback Bryce Young. ESPN NFL Nation Reporter David Netwon said Bryce Young got upset with the team privately following their poor performance in a 16-13 loss to the Chicago Bears this past season. Tim discussed why he wants to see more of this out of Young and why it's encouraging as he develops into a leader. Also...

Tim Donnelly explored the strategic implications, player dynamics, and the potential impact of the Carolina Hurricanes making a trade offer for Marc-Andre Fleury. Fleury will become an unrestricted free agent at the end of this season. Tim discussed what he would make of this. Also, Tim Donnelly discussed how the ACC and Florida State are set to battle in court as the conference seeks to block FSU...

Tim Donnelly discussed North Carolina’s impressive 86-70 victory over Louisville. He breaks down the dynamic plays, standout performances, and what strategies defined this commanding win for the Tar Heels. Also, the football world was shocked when it was announced that Mike McCarthy would be returning as the Dallas Cowboys head coach next season. Tim Donnelly explained how the Cowboys and Ca...

Tim Donnelly says that the officiating was the story in NC State basketball's 83-76 win over Wake Forest basketball, but points out how the officiating was the story, including the double technical foul called against Wolfpack head coach Kevin Keatts. Also, UNC basketball needs to take care of Louisville basketball as North Carolina basketball looks to build off of their impressive performance ove...

During Hit It & Quit It, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the latest involving the Carolina Hurricanes, including Martin Necas returning to practice, and the latest with goalie Frederik Andersen. Plus, if Bally Sports South will be available on Amazon Prime Video, which will allow Carolina Hurricanes fans to view games much more easily. Plus, more on the ACC's reprimand of NC State guard...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share their confidence, and express their concerns with ACC basketball schools in the State of North Carolina, including Wake Forest basketball, NC State basketball, Duke basketball, and North Carolina basketball. 

Tim Donnelly discusses the Carolina Panthers narrowing their coaching search, with some saying Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Coordinator Brian Callahan being the front runner as of now, but with questions of who would want to work for owner David Tepper and how that impacts their NFL coaching search. Tim Donnelly says it's clear now that the Carolina Panthers missed on not drafting CJ Stroud No. 1...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox do "Cop or Drop," where Tim answers questions and scenarios about the Carolina Panthers coaching search, the Carolina Panthers goalie situation behind Antti Raanta, the Charlotte Hornets upgrading the Spectrum Center, and more about the Carolina Panthers search for a new general manager. 

Tim Donnelly shares why over the past week, No. 4 UNC basketball is the top ACC basketball team in the State of North Carolina after wins over NC State basketball and Syracuse basketball. Tim also has questions about No. 7 Duke basketball after squeezing out a win against Georgia Tech basketball, and discusses how Wake Forest basketball can get a big win vs NC State basketball. Donnelly also says...

Tim Donnelly says that the Carolina Hurricanes still need to address their goalie situation because there are too many unknowns with Freddie Andersen dealing with blood clotting issues, and with Pyotr Kochetkov in NHL concussion protocol. Donnelly says that the Hurricanes are one bad injury away with Antti Raanta to having to turn to Yaniv Perets, who just made his NHL debut against the LA Kings i...

Tim Donnelly urges the Carolina Panthers to narrow down their search for a head coach and GM as soon as possible as the NFL coaching and front office carousel continues to turn.  Tim Donnelly points out how the Carolina Panthers have failed to evaluate and keep their own talent, and how former Carolina Panthers players, coaches, and executives are excelling in other places. Including San Fran...

Tim Donnelly discusses Florida State football facing penalties from the NCAA over breaking the rules regarding NIL and recruits. Also, UNC football & NC State football both are making moves via the transfer portal. 

Tim Donnelly breaks down No. 7 North Carolina basketball's taking on Syracuse basketball, and points out how UNC basketball's offense needs to get back to a high level of efficiency in their matchup against the Syracuse Orange. Tim Donnelly breaks down NC State basketball visiting Louisville after the Wolfpack lost 67-54 to No. 7 UNC basketball, and how NC State basketball head coach Kevin Keatts...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes getting a 6-3 win over the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night, but are concerned about the goalie situation for head coach Rod Brind'Amour after rookie goalie Pyotr Kochetkov left the game in the 2nd period and is now in NHL concussions protocol. Also, Tim gives his REAL Bold predictions for sports over the weekend.