The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Duke forward Kyle Filipowski and UNC center Armando Bacot were both named preseason All-Americans by the Associated Press at the start of the 2023-2024 college basketball season. Tim Donnelly points out how this could be a special year for Duke basketball, UNC basketball, and NC State basketball, and that the ACC is poised to have a big season. Also, the NBA season gets underway, and how the NBA l...

Carolina Panthers are missing running back Christian McCaffrey after trading him to the San Francisco 49ers, but the team would still not be very good with McCaffrey on the roster. Tim Donnelly points out that while Bryce Young would benefit for Christian McCaffrey, the Panthers did the right thing by trading CMC. The Carolina Panthers need to be sellers at the 2023 NFL trade deadline, and GM Scot...

After losing to UVA football, UNC football needs to regroup and bounce back quickly. North Carolina Football can't allow the loss to Virginia football 'beat them twice,' knowing that advancing to the ACC Championship game is within reach, and even potentially a birth to the College Football Playoff if they're able to beat Florida State football. Also, why ACC schools need to be rooting for FSU foo...

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly discussed the Carolina Hurricanes allowing six goals again in their recent loss to the Colorado Avalanche, Jon Scheyer's six-year contract extension through the 2028-29 season, and Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell, getting sacked more and more throughout the season. Also, Duke is unable to maintain a lead against No. 4 Florida State. Plus, Virgini...

The Carolina Panthers are in desperate need of a number-one wide receiver. The team's current receiving corps is led by Adam Thielen, who is 33 years old and coming off a down season. DJ Chark Jr. and Jonathan Mingo are talented young players but have yet to prove they can be consistent number-one receivers in the NFL. Tim Donnelly uses the example of Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa when discussing...

The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 6-4 on Saturday night, remaining undefeated for the season. The Avalanche were led by a balanced attack, with six players scoring goals. Tim Donnelly asked if we're giving the Hurricanes too much credit for the amount of depth they have. Also, the Carolina Panthers didn't lose yesterday because they had the week off. However, Tim explains how...

Virginia upset the #10 North Carolina Tar Heels in Chapel Hill on Saturday night, 31-27. The Cavaliers, led by second-year head coach Tony Elliot, gained 228 rushing yards and were led by running back Mike Hollins, who carried the ball 15 times for 66 yards and three touchdowns. Tim Donnelly discussed North Carolina's disappointing loss and what to expect from the Tar Heels moving forward. Also, F...

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly discussed the NC Courage home quarterfinal match against Gotham FC this Sunday, the Carolina Hurricanes 7-4 loss to the Seattle Kraken, and the allegations against Michigan for stealing opposing team signals. Also, is it time for the Carolina Panthers to consider trading Brian Burns with the NFL tradeline approaching? Plus, Virginia travels to North Carolina,...

Is it time for the Carolina Panthers to consider trading away star defensive end Brian Burns? Tim Donnelly discussed how this move would be a major shakeup for the team, and it's unclear what the Panthers would be able to get in return for Burns. He also discussed the pros and cons of trading Burns. Also, the Duke Blue Devils travel to Tallahassee to take on the Florida State Seminoles in a key AC...

The Seattle Kraken defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 7-4 last night, earning their first win of the 2023-24 season. Tim Donnelly discussed if it's too early in the season to be concerned with the Hurricanes and what it means for the team moving forward. He also analyzed the Hurricanes' performance and broke down why they were unable to come away with the win.  Also, Wolfpack legend Mike Glenno...

Today marks the first anniversary of the Carolina Panthers trading away running back Christian McCaffery. Tim Donnelly goes through what led to this and what it's contributed to the Panthers this season. Also, Tim explains what it cost the Panthers in the long run. Also, Virginia visits North Carolina tomorrow in Chapel Hill in a game that has implications for the Tar Heels. UNC is the favorite an...

UNC football takes on UVA football, with North Carolina football being the heavy favorite over Virginia football. Tim Donnelly notes that the UNC Tar Heels need to look impressive against lesser competition. Also, Duke football will have a tough task traveling to FSU football, and how it's going to be Duke's defense that can cary them against Florida State football. 

The bye week for the Carolina Panthers can allow Bryce Young and offensive coordinator the opportunity to develop what works best for Bryce Young, and change their approach on offense. Plus, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox give their confidence & concerns in 'Cons & Cons' for the Carolina Panthers, including if owner David Tepper will allow GM Scott Fitterer to form the roster before the tra...

Despite starting the year 0-6, there are silver linings for the Carolina Panthers & QB Bryce Young for their bye week when it comes to Bryce Young's development, Thomas Brown's play calling, and for the organization to decide who their core pieces are for the future. Also, Tim Donnelly poses the question: Will NC State football and Wake Forest football make bowl games this season? NC State foo...

ESPN's Bill Barnwell broke down which players in the NFL would command at least one first round draft pick in the NFL draft for each team, including the Carolina Panthers. Barnwell wrote that Brian Burns would be worth two first-round picks, while QB Bryce Young would be worth a first-round pick and other low round picks, while CB Jaycee Horn would command a first-round pick. Tim Donnelly & De...

Carolina Panthers safety Jeremy Chinn is out for up to six weeks with a quad injury, and the injury will hurt the Panthers both on and off the field, especially when it comes to Chinn's trade value.  Also, discussions about the Carolina Hurricanes, Drake Maye and his 2024 NFL Draft stock, Riley Leonard's status for Duke football at FSU football as the Blue Devils face Florida State, and more...

What are Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox concerned about, and confident in when it comes to UNC football, Duke football, NC State football, and Wake Forest football. 

Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich turned over play calling duties to offensive coordinator Thomas Brown, and it's now on Brown to bring the best out of rookie QB Bryce Young. Tim Donnelly discusses who could benefit the most, and who has been misused the most. Also, ACC football midseason awards and grades

Every team in that is looking to draft USC football QB Caleb Williams in the 2024 NFL Draft should also be looking hard at UNC football QB Drake Maye, and why some teams might prefer Maye out of North Carolina football. Also, the Carolina Hurricanes had a comeback win, 6-3, over the San Jose Sharks. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if Jalen Chatfield needs to be playing over Tony DeAngelo on...

When will the Carolina Panthers trade Brian Burns? Will Jeremy Chinn and/or Derrick Brown be traded? Plus, more about Duke football and QB Riley Leonard as they prepare for a top-25 matchup at Florida State football, if Wake Forest football & NC State football will make bowl games, and more. Plus, Adam Thielen is having the best season of his career in his first season with the Carolina Panthe...

What can NC State QB MJ Morris learn the most during the bye week and just five total starts in his college career? Also, the North Carolina Legislature is going to discuss conference realignment that would involve public universities in the State of North Carolina, and what guidelines could be put in place to ensure that schools aren't left behind when it comes to realignment. 

The time for the Carolina Panthers to trade OLD/Edge Brian Burns is now, and all moves made by General Manager Scott Fitterer, owner David Tepper, and head coach Frank Reich should be made with the future of Bryce Young in mind. Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich turned over play calling duties to offensive coordinator Thomas Brown, and it's now on Brown to bring the best out of rookie QB Br...

ESPN put out a list of their projected top-100 players for the 2023-2024 NHL season, and only three Carolina Hurricanes players were on the list: Jaccob Slavin at 79, Brian Burns at 61, and Sebastian Aho at 22. Tim Donnelly points out how this doesn't match up for a team that many consider to be the favorite to win the Stanley Cup.

On this week's edition of 'The Podium,' Tim Donnelly left Wake Forest football off the podium, gave NC State football the bronze, Duke football the silver, and UNC football the gold after North Carolina beat Miami football. Also, the preseason AP Top 25 poll for men's basketball was released, and UNC basketball was ranked 19th, and Duke basketball was ranked 2nd. 

UNC football WR Tez Walker makes North Carolina football a legit College Football Playoff Contender because he adds the big play threat for QB Drake Maye, which allows other players to get favorable matchups. Tim Donnelly says that winning the ACC football championship is within reach, and a trip to the CFP is plausible. Also, NC State football's offense struggled in a 24-3 loss to Duke football,...