The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly explains why the coaching hire of Jerod Mayo by the New England Patriots, and the GM hire of Adam Peters by the Washington Commanders, and the Commanders pursuit of Detroit Lions OC Ben Johnson as their head coach, all have impacts on the offseason decisions by Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper. Tim also looks ahead to NFL Wild Card weekend, including the Cleveland Browns at Housto...

Tim Donnelly says that the retiring of Alabama football coach Nick Saban will have an impact long term on ACC football because SEC football may not have the dominant program of Alabama in the near future that it has had under Saban, and if Alabama hires Dabo Swinney from Clemson football, or Mike Norvell from Florida State football would lower the level of those programs, and the level of the ACC...

Tim Donnelly shares his thoughts on No. 7 North Carolina basketball beating NC State basketball, 67-54, and how NC State basketball needs to find their identity as a team quickly, and how UNC basketball was able to dictate the game in the 2nd half. Donnelly also points out how North Carolina can win in multiple ways. 

Tim Donnelly explains why Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper should not hire former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick or former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll as their next head coach.

Tim Donnelly breaks down No. 7 North Carolina basketball's 67-54 win at NC State basketball, including how UNC basketball is able to adapt their style of play to anyone. Tim also praises UNC forward Harrison Ingram for his 19 rebounds and Ingram's ability to do what is needed for his team each night. Tim & Dennis Cox also discuss the Carolina Hurricanes getting back into action after having go...

In breaking news, Alabama football head coach Nick Saban is retiring. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox react live to the news, and begin to speculate who will become the next head coach at Alabama, including Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney, Georgia football coach Kirby Smart, among others. Tim Donnelly takes issues with some of the potential coaching candidate for the Carolina Panthers based on t...

Tim Donnelly breaks down No. 7 North Carolina basketball at NC State basketball, as UNC basketball & NC State basketball look to claim the top stop in the ACC basketball standings. Tim Donnelly discusses NC State football and head coach Dave Doeren continue to get high end players out of the transfer portal, most recently with Oklahoma Sooners football running back Hollywood Smothers, who was...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox give share their concerns, and share where they're confident, when it comes to NC State basketball, UNC basketball, Wake Forest basketball, and NC State basketball. 

Tim Donnelly wonders if 2023 was the worst season in Carolina Panthers history? He says looking at the numbers, that one could argue it was, but that things could get even worse for owner David Tepper and the Panthers. Also, Duke basketball is on the road against Pitt basketball, while Wake Forest basketball faced Florida State basketball. Tim wonders why Wake Forest basketball and head coach Stev...

Tim Donnelly says the Carolina Panthers and owner David Tepper have to be aggressive with their head coaching search, and how they should be ahead of other teams with their evaluations of potential candidates. Tim also wonders if Michigan football head coach Jim Harbaugh is an attractive candidate for Tepper after Michigan defeated Washington football in the College Football Playoff National Champ...

During Cop or Drop, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss what the Carolina Panthers should do with their coaching staff after a new head coach & GM are hired, if the Carolina Panthers need to strongly consider former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel, and what the Carolina Hurricanes should do in goal moving forward. Also, Tim & Dennis break down what the Carolina Hurricanes could b...

What is the confidence level in Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young after his first season in the NFL? Tim Donnelly updates the Bryce-O-Meter as he evaluates Young's rookie season in the NFL. Also, Tim Donnelly ranks UNC basketball, Wake Forest basketball, Duke basketball, and NC State basketball from the past week on the latest installment of The Podium after each team went 2-0 over the past week in...

Tim Donnelly says the Carolina Panthers and owner David Tepper have to get the choice of new general and head coach right after the firing of GM Scott Fitterer, and the new head coach and GM have to do everything possible to help Bryce Young. Tim Donnelly says the Carolina Panthers looked checked out and showed very little emotion in the final game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tim also wants...

Tim Donnelly says NC State basketball bounced back from a tough performance against Notre Dame basketball to earn a 76-60 win over Virginia basketball. Donnelly also points out how the shooting was much improved against UVA basketball. Tim Donnelly says No. 7 North Carolina's defense shined in a 65-55 win over No. 21 Clemson basketball. Donnelly points out how UNC basketball's defense has improved...

Tim Donnelly says that Sebastian Aho being named a NHL All-Star again is deserving for the young center, but how forward Seth Jarvis should also be in the running for making it to the All-Star game. 

Tim Donnelly discusses the upcoming matchup for No. 8 UNC basketball as North Carolina Tar Heels look for another Quad 1 win against No. 16 Clemson Tigers, and how Harrison Ingram's versatility will be key for Head Coach Hubert Davis. Tim Donnelly says NC State basketball needs to look to bounce back and shoot better than their 54-52 win over Notre Dame as the Wolfpack faces Virginia basketball. T...

Tim Donnelly discusses what the Carolina Panthers and QB Bryce Young have to gain from their NFL Week 18 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers heading into the offseason with a new head coach coming into the team. Also, Tim Donnelly discusses further the reports potentially linking Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh to the head coaching job with the Carolina Panthers, but how Carolina Panther...

Tim Donnelly shares his thoughts on what type of personallity would be the best fit for the Carolina Panthers under owner David Tepper. Tim & Dennis Cox also share their confidences & concerns when it comes to the Carolina Panthers going into their NFL Week 18 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 

Tim Donnelly breaks down the 54-52 win by NC State basketball on the road at Notre Dame basketball that saw DJ Burns score the game-winning bucket with 0.6 seconds left to play. Donnelly points that the Wolfpack proved to themselves that they could win an ugly, grinding game. Donnelly also shares his thoughts on the Carolina Hurricanes and their power play production, which goes beyond a hot scori...

Tim Donnelly gives credit to Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young because Young has proven himself to more durable during his rookie season than many other QBs despite him being the smallest QB in the NFL, playing more games than rookies Will Levis, Anthony Richardson, and CJ Stroud. Donnelly also points out that defensive tackle Derrick Brown was snubbed from the 2023 NFL Pro Bowl. 

Tim Donnelly breaks down the breaking news of NC State football landing 4-star WR Noah Rogers from Ohio State football via the transfer portal. Donnelly points out that Dave Doeren has gone after high end skill players on offense through both recruiting and the college football transfer portal.

During Hit It & Quit It, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox break down the top stories of the day, including Duke basketball getting an 86-66 win over Syracuse basketball, UNC basketball defeating PITT basketball, NC State basketball in action against Notre Dame basketball, UNC football not bringing back defensive coordinator Gene Chizik, NC State football having players leave via the transfer port...

Tim Donnelly shares his thoughts on North Carolina grinding out a 70-57 win over Pitt basketball, and why UNC basketball forward Harrison Ingram's versatility is key for head coach Hubert Davis, and how the Tar Heels get key contributions outside of RJ Davis, Armando Bacot, and Harris. Also, Tim & Dennis do their ACC football confidence & concerns for the offseason for NC State football, U...

Tim Donnelly says the fine against David Tepper by the NFL was weak, and David Tepper's statement about the $300,000 fine from the NFL goes to show Tepper lacks accountability. He also says David Tepper showed his true colors. Also, new Campbell football head coach Braxton Harris joined the show to talk about coming back to Campbell, what former head coach Mike Minter has built, and recruiting the...

Tim Donnelly discusses the Carolina Hurricanes and their 6-1 win over the New York Rangers, and wonders if the Canes can keep up their high level offensive production, led by Sebastian Aho & Andrei Svechnikov. Donnelly also says the high-level play of Pyotr Kochetkov in goal has eased the burden for the Carolina Hurricanes to immediately look for a goalie via trade.