Episodes
Aug. 31, 2026
Perspective on very different season openers for UNC and NC State football; NHL gets its first $20 million man
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap vastly different season-opening performances for UNC and NC State football in week zero. Can UNC be a bowl team in year two under Bill Belichick? Can NC State recover from an embarassing loss in a conference game to start the year? Also, they react to Cale Makar becoming the NHL's first $20 million man.
Aug. 31, 2026
Carolina Panthers cut roster down to final 53 players; College teams face penalties for keeping pros
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Carolina Panthers’ final roster cut-down, which included some surprising cuts and additions. Also, they discuss the penalties being threatened to college sports programs looking to bring in talent from professional leagues.
Aug. 28, 2026
Carolina Panthers must make final roster cuts this weekend; Connor Hellebuyck requests a trade
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers’ upcoming roster cut-down, debating which players will make the 53-man roster. Also, they react to Winnipeg Jets goaltender and Team USA gold medalist Connor Hellebuyck publicly requesting a trade.
Aug. 28, 2026
UNC and NC State football finally kick off tomorrow; ACC bans pro athletes
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the week zero season openers for UNC and NC State football, with the start of the college football season finally arriving tomorrow. Also, they react to the ACC becoming the latest Power Four conference to prevent professional athletes from returning to college sports.
Aug. 27, 2026
ESPN removing BottomLine from college football broadcasts; Are we underestimating UNC football?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to ESPN reportedly removing their iconic BottomLine ticker from college football broadcasts. Also, they debate whether UNC football is being overlooked heading into the Tar Heels’ week zero season opener against TCU.
Aug. 27, 2026
Carolina Panthers offense struggles in joint practice with Houston; Frederik Andersen injured before camp with new team
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Carolina Panthers offense struggling to get going again, this time in a joint practice with the Houston Texans. Also, they discuss former Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen coming into training camp injured for the Edmonton Oilers.
Aug. 26, 2026
Can NC State football start the season with a road upset? Match play coming to PGA Tour playoffs
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 247, to preview NC State football’s week zero season opener at Virginia. Can the Wolfpack take down an experienced Cavaliers team on the road? Also, they praise the PGA Tour’s decision to switch the format of the Tour Championship to match play.
Aug. 26, 2026
Dave Canales dives into giving up Carolina Panthers playcalling; SEC prohibits pros from returning to college
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to Carolina Panthers Head Coach Dave Canales’ quotes on giving up playcalling duties, as well as his faith in quarterback Bryce Young. Also, they discuss the SEC taking measures to prevent the reverse pipeline from professional sports back to college.
Aug. 25, 2026
Carolina Panthers have tough WR decisions to make; Duke football names Walker Eget starting QB
Paul Ihander & Max Goren debate which wide receivers will make the final roster for the Carolina Panthers. Will Dave Canales be able to keep the likes of Ja’seem Reed, Jimmy Horn Jr. and John Metchie III? Also, they react to Duke football making its starting quarterback decision.
Aug. 25, 2026
SEC comes out against NFL players returning to college; Sports are about business, not family
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the recent trend of NFL signees returning to play in college- particularly at LSU- and the SEC’s statement against professionals returning to college sports. Also, they discuss a situation with LSU women’s basketball that reminds us sports are about business, not family.
Aug. 20, 2026
Will the Carolina Panthers have QB questions in 2027? College eligibility drama getting out of control?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss what the future of the quarterback position could look like for the Carolina Panthers. Will Bryce Young earn a hefty contract extension? Also, they react to the latest court activity centered around college athlete eligibility.
Aug. 20, 2026
Carolina Panthers offense has another slow start in joint practice; How many jerseys do we need?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to comments from the Carolina Panthers’ joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars; should we be concerned by yet another slow start by the offense? Also, they discuss special edition jerseys ahead of the NHL releasing a “Hometown Remix” for every team.
Aug. 19, 2026
NC State football kicks off in 10 days; LIV golfers meet new lead investor
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 247, to discuss NC State football on a Wolfpack Wednesday. What’s the latest on the Wolfpack, with just ten days remaining until their first game against Virginia? Also, they react to the most recent developments in LIV Golf 1.0’s collapse.
Aug. 19, 2026
Carolina Panthers kick off joint practice in Jacksonville; Youth sports and Kim Kardashian collide
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers’ joint practice with their upcoming preseason opponent, the Jacksonville Jaguars. Also, they react to the trailer for Team Moms: Baseball, produced by Kim Kardashian.
Aug. 18, 2026
Can ECU football win the American Conference? International teams are just an NFL pipe dream
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Philip Pilkington, ECU football radio host, to preview the Pirates’ upcoming season. Can ECU compete for a conference title and an outside shot at the CFP? Also, they discuss why Roger Goodell’s wish for international NFL teams will never come to fruition.
Aug. 18, 2026
Carolina Panthers officially sign and introduce Darren Waller; How can we make everyday sports feel good?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Carolina Panthers officially signing Darren Waller, and his first comments to the media after becoming a Panther. Also, they discuss how to bring the feel-good vibes experienced by Europeans visiting for the World Cup back to everyday American sport.
Aug. 17, 2026
Ja'seem Reed looks likely to make Carolina Panthers; Carolina Hurricanes are far from a rebuild
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss wide receiver Ja'seem Reed's case to make the Carolina Panthers' roster after a strong start to the preseason. Also, they draw a comparison between the Carolina Hurricanes and the seemingly rebuilding Ottawa Senators.
Aug. 17, 2026
Carolina Panthers starters struggle in preseason loss to Buffalo; Ven-Allen Lubin returns to NC State basketball
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Panthers' 29-14 preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills. Is the struggling starting offense cause for concern? Also, they react to news of NC State basketball forward Ven-Allen Lubin returning for a final season with the Wolfpack.
Aug. 14, 2026
Adventure Landing is shutting down in Raleigh; Does Field of Dreams hold up?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss a number of topics, including Jon Rahm reportedly leaving LIV Golf, the beef between Jayden Daniels and LSU, and Raleigh’s Adventure Landing closing down. Also, after last night’s Field of Dreams Game in Major League Baseball, they debate whether the movie itself holds up in 2026.
Aug. 14, 2026
Carolina Panthers face Buffalo Bills in preseason week one; NBA releases full 2026-27 schedule
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Panthers’ preseason week one game against the Buffalo Bills; how will they pivot with Chuba Hubbard’s injury? Also, they react to the NBA’s full schedule release, highlighting some key games for the Charlotte Hornets.
Aug. 13, 2026
NFL preseason will feature multiple rehabbing QBs; NBA creating holidays with its schedule release
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the first week of NFL preseason action, which features multiple starting quarterbacks that are rehabbing their careers. Also, they discuss the NBA’s schedule release, and the way that league is creating some sports holidays on the calendar.
Aug. 13, 2026
Carolina Panthers sign veteran TE Darren Waller; How much do colleges owe former football players?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the latest news out of Carolina Panthers training camp, including a reported signing of veteran tight end Darren Waller. Also, they react to Jayden Daniels taking issue with his former school, debating just how much colleges owe their former players.
Aug. 12, 2026
Katron Evans fighting eligibility battle for NC State football; Is Bill Belichick on the hot seat?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 247, to give the latest updates from NC State football training camp, including key position battles and the eligibility of Katron Evans. Also, they finish with a discussion of potential ACC football coaches on the hot seat, including UNC's Bill Belichick.
Aug. 12, 2026
Former UNC basketball guard Seth Trimble commits to Louisville; What should we expect from 1st round QBs?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to news of former UNC basketball guard Seth Trimble committing to Louisville out of the transfer portal. Also, in the wake of Kyler Murray being named the starter for the Minnesota Vikings over J.J. McCarthy, they discuss what kind of expectations should be placed on an NFL quarterback drafted in the first round.