The Drive with Tim Donnelly

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly and producer Dennis Cox discuss New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley signing the franchise tag, the Carolina Hurricanes signing Tony DeAngelo once again, ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips comments from day one of the 2023 ACC Football Kickoff, and the first day of Carolina Panthers training camp, along with Bryce Young's birthday. Jim Harbaugh has accepted...

For Football at Four, Tim Donnelly and producer Dennis Cox discuss New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley signing the franchise tag, but what does this mean for the future of the Giants? They share the implications of the deal, Barkley's potential impact on the 2023 season, and what the Giants need to do to get him a long-term contract. Syracuse QB Garrett Shrader discusses the upcoming 2023...

The Drive with Tim Donnelly is live in Charlotte for day one of the 2023 ACC Football Kickoff. Tim and producer Dennis Cox discuss what ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips had to say as he addressed the current state of the conference. Phillips hit on various topics such as NIL needing guardrails, the conference revenue gap, and more.  Louisville football head coach Jeff Brohm joined Tim to discuss...

The NBA Board of Governors approved Michael Jordan's sale of the Charlotte Hornets. Jordan will remain a minority owner after he agreed to sell the team on June 16th. Despite being one of the best basketball players of all time, he faced many hardships as an owner of the Hornets. Also, we share some of the big-name players in the NCAA men's basketball transfer portal that are coming to our schools...

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly and producer Graham Hill discussed Nyheim Hines season-ending injury, The Open championship this past weekend, ECU football head coach Mike Houston reporting another team for tampering, the sale of the Charlotte Hornets being approved by the NBA Board of Governors, and why importance of the 2023 Duke's Mayo Classic between North Carolina and South Carolina. A...

Mike Elko has signed a contract extension with Duke football through the 2029 season. Elko is coming off a 9-4 overall record in his first season with the Blue Devils and earned ACC Coach of the Year. He earned the Blue Devils a 5-3 record in ACC play, which equaled the second-best turnaround in ACC history and most wins since 2014. Also, Garner N.C. native and former NC State running back Nyheim...

In a matchup between the ACC and the SEC in the 2023 Duke's Mayo Classic, ESPN College Gameday will head to Charlotte for the week one clash between North Carolina and South Carolina. The Tar Heels and Gamecocks are coming off strong seasons in 2022, and both have two great quarterbacks on their teams this season. This game is sure to be a must-watch for college football fans. Also, East Carolina...

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly and producer Dennis Cox discussed the USWNT against Vietnam in the Women's World Cup, ESPN looking to partner further with the NFL and NBA, Rod Brind'Amour and the Carolina Hurricanes, Bryce Young, and UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis looking to improve upon last season.  Also, Duke football coach Mike Elko discussed with Tim expectations for year two,...

Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young has officially agreed to his rookie contract. Also, with his Madden 24 ratings released, Tim Donnelly warns to not get caught up in the hype of some of his ratings. Also, Tim and Dennis Cox tell you what Monday's Headlines are going to be. Plus, former UNC basketball star Leaky Black signed a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets. 

Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour discussed the offseason signings of defenseman Dmitry Orlov and forward Michael Bunting, the offseason recovery of Andrei Svechnikov, and the rumors that the Carolina Hurricanes are linked to with other potentials signings and trades. Also, the USWNT gets their 2023 Women's World Cup underway against Vietman, and the expectations are high for a third...

UNC Basketball needs to hire a GM. North Carolina basketball coach Hubert Davis at a recent press conference spoke about the possibility of hiring a GM with the changing landscape of college basketball with the transfer portal, and NIL. Also, new Washington Commanders majority owner Josh Harris said that the Commanders name is open to being changed. 

Duke football starting QB Riley Leonard discusses the upcoming 2023 football season, developing as a passer, and working with the offense to grow. Also, the Washington Commanders have officially sold, ACC Commissioner Jim Philips issued as statement regarding Northwestern, and Congress is looking to set legislation on college athletes and NIL. 

The sale of the Washington Commanders by Daniel Snyder if official, must to the rejoice of Washington Commanders fans. Also, ACC Media Days are next week, and coaches are strategic with the players they select to bring. Plus, Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges spoke to the media for the first time since signing his qualifying offer as a restricted free agent and apologize for the domestic vio...

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey said that he's not focused on the SEC expanding beyond Texas and Oklahoma. Tim Donnelly believes that Sankey might not be looking to expand now, but don't be surprised if the SEC expands to 20 schools in the near future. Also, NC State NIL collectives held a fundraiser that raised nearly $700,000. 

Wrexham AFC vs Chelsea FC at The University of North Carolina was a fun experience no matter the outcome, and how it was great for UNC to host a special event.  During SEC football media days, Ole Miss football coach Lane Kiffin and SEC commissioner Greg Sankey both asked for reform of college football when it comes to NIL and the transfer portal, including Sankey asking Congress to step in a...

During the starting five, Tim Donnelly discussed the Wrexham vs Chelsea soccer match taking place tonight inside Kennan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill, Duke men's basketball non-conference portion of the season, NC State head football coach Dave Doeren comments on quarterback Brennan Armstrong, and the Carolina Panthers hold up in singing quaretrabck Bryce Young. He also discussed ACC commissione...

During football at four, Tim Donelly points out that today should be a holiday. The NFL season starts today, but not for game action. Players report to camp and the first team to have both rookies and veteran report are the New York Jets. He discusses how everyone will be tuning into the first preseason games because of Aaron Rodgers. He also describes how the NFL is using the excitment of Rodgers...

NC State football coach Dave Doeren addressed the possibility of the Wolfpack offensive looking different with transfer QB Brennan Armstrong from UVA football, and new offensive coordinator Robert Anae, but also have the defense can be aggressive. Also, the revenge tour for Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson is underway.

ACC Commissioner Jim Philips, who was the Northwestern Athletic Director from 2008-2021, was named in lawsuits filed by former Northwestern athletes over recent hazing allegations that have taken place across Northwestern athletics.  With an already stacked blue line, the Carolina Hurricanes don't need to trade for San Jose Sharks defenseman, and reigning Norris Trophy winner, Erik Karlsson.

NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts discusses making the NCAA Tournament in 2023, recruiting through the transfer portal, the play of DJ Burns, and how his roster in 2023-2024 might be his deepest yet. Also, why the Carolina Panthers needs to sign Brian Burns to a long-term contract ASAP, the Carolina Hurricanes negotiating a long-term leases to stay at PNC Arena, NFL RB's speaking out, and mor...

Tim Donnelly points out where UNC football fell short the most defensively during the 2022 season, and where North Carolina football can improve the most to maximize the most potential of the Tar Heels in 2023. Also, why Duke football QB Riley Leonard isn't getting the attention he deserves. 

The Carolina Panthers need to sign edge-rusher Brian Burns to a long-term contract extension ASAP to avoid having to deal with a potential franchise tag situation. Also, more reasons why the Carolina Panthers missed out on DeAndre Hopkins. Also, why the Wrexham FC vs Chelsea FC on the campus of The University of North Carolina is not only special to UNC, but to the triangle area as a whole. 

While the NFL devalues running backs more each season, the Carolina Panthers haven't been afraid to dole out large contracts for Christian McCaffrey and Miles Sanders at RB. Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes, and the Centennial Authority that owns PNC Arena, are negotiating a long-term lease for the Canes to stay at PNC Arena, and why both sides need to get the deal done. 

Former NC State QB Mike Glennon joined Tim Donnelly in studio to share his thoughts on the upcoming football season, including why Brennan Armstrong is a great fit for NC State football this season, and where he sees North Carolina football QB Drake Maye improving this coming season for UNC football.  Plus, the Starting Five featuring Wimbledon, Steph Curry, Mack Brown, SEC football, and more...

The Carolina Panthers missed out on wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, and why rookie QB Bryce Young would've benefited. Also, UNC football coach Mack Brown joined Tim Donnelly to share his thoughts on North Carolina QB Drake Maye, playing South Carolina week 1in Charlotte, the relationship between Sam Howell and Maye, and where the defense can improve. Also, Donnelly shares why the Northwestern footb...