Episodes

Jan. 16, 2024

Why UNC basketball is the top ACC basketball team in North Carolina; Duke lacks killer instinct

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 Duke basketball lacks a killer instinct, and it showed in a recent win vs. Georgia Tech.
Jan. 16, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes still need to address goaltending

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 in relief for Raanta.
Jan. 16, 2024

Carolina Panthers must hire new coach ASAP; Former Carolina Panthers are excelling in other places

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 Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey and defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, Buffalo Bills head coach Sean M...
Jan. 12, 2024

FSU facing NCAA penalties for NIL violations; UNC football & NC State football making transfer portal moves

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.
Jan. 12, 2024

No. 7 UNC basketball needs to get offense going; NC State basketball needs to find their offense

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 and his team need to find their edge on offense with DJ Burns, Casey Morsell, and Dennis Parker, Jr...
Jan. 12, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes goalie Pyotr Kochetkov in NHL Concussion Protocol; REAL Bold predictions

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.
Jan. 12, 2024

NFL moves that have impacted the Carolina Panthers; NFL Wild Card weekend preview

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 Houston Texans, Miami Dolphins at Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers at Buffalo Bills, Green Bay Pac...
Jan. 11, 2024

Nick Saban retiring will have an impact on ACC football; NFL coaching searches

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 as the whole. Also, Tim Donnelly breaks down some of the coaching hires we might see in the NFL now...
Jan. 11, 2024

NC State basketball needs to discover their identity; North Carolina basketball can win in multiple ways

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.
Jan. 11, 2024

Why the Carolina Panthers shouldn't hire Bill Belichick or Pete Carroll

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.
Jan. 11, 2024

No. 7 North Carolina pulls away from NC State basketball, 67-54; Carolina Hurricanes back in action

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 gone five days between games. They express their confidence, and voice their concerns, when it comes to t...
Jan. 10, 2024

BREAKING NEWS: Alabama football coach Nick Saban Retiring; Carolina Panthers coaching search

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 the requests they've made, and wonders if owner David Tepper is making the right choices for interviews.
Jan. 10, 2024

UNC basketball at NC State basketball has major ACC basketball implications

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 a 4-star recruit.
Jan. 10, 2024

Confidence & Concerns for ACC basketball schools in North Carolina

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.
Jan. 9, 2024

2023: worst season ever for Carolina Panthers?; Duke basketball & Wake Forest in action

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 Steve Forbes aren't getting more love and attention.
Jan. 9, 2024

Carolina Panthers must be aggressive with head coaching search; NC State football expectations

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 Championship game. Plus, in the 'Way Too Early Top 25" College football rankings by ESPN, NC State footb...
Jan. 9, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes still improving during off days; Carolina Panthers coaching decisions

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 be working on during their days between games to further improve on what's already been a strong stretch.
Jan. 8, 2024

Confidence level in Bryce Young after rookie season; ACC basketball podium

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 ACC basketball play.
Jan. 8, 2024

David Tepper has to get offseason right for Carolina Panthers with new head coach & general manager

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 to see more emotion from Bryce Young in the post game interviews.
Jan. 8, 2024

UNC basketball, NC State basketball, Duke basketball all earn wins

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, and how Harrison Ingram's versatility is vital for the North CarolinaTar Heels. Tim also points ...
Jan. 5, 2024

Sebastian Aho named NHL All-Star for Carolina Hurricanes

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.
Jan. 5, 2024

UNC basketball, NC State basketball, & Duke basketball all have winnable games this weekend

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. Tim Donnelly says Duke basketball needs to handle business against Notre Dame basketball, but they ...
Jan. 5, 2024

What Bryce Young, Carolina Panthers can gain in week 18 vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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 Panthers owner David Tepper might not as high on Harbaugh.
Jan. 4, 2024

The right coach for the Carolina Panthers under David Tepper; Panthers confidence & concerns

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.