Episodes

The Carolina Panthers are reportedly in the market for a No. 1 wide receiver and could make a trade during the season to acquire a starting WR. Tim Donnelly points out that they had one in DJ Moore before being traded to the Chicago Bears, and that trading a No. 1 away was a bad move knowing you were going to draft Bryce Young No. 1 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Coming off of a bye week, UNC football is set up perfectly to make a run to the ACC championship, and possibly a berth in the College Football Playoff. Tim Donnelly said everything is lined up for North Carolina football and QB Drake Maye to make a run to the ACC Championship game, and possibly the CFP. Also, NC State football has turned the offense over from QB Brennan Armstrong to QB MJ Morris. How can the Wolfpack get more production from their offense?

Does Carolina Panthers DE/OLD/Edge Brian Burns want out of Carolina? Brian Burns' recent actions on social media might indicate that he's not happy. Also, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox give out quater-season NFL Awards.

How can the Carolina Panthers improve their offense? Tim Donnelly says that the coaching staff needs to allow Bryce Young to have his favorite plays involved, and that it might be time to make Chuba Hubbard the starting running back over Miles Sanders. Should Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich give up play calling duties and lean on his coaching staff more to help out Bryce Young and the Panthers offense?

Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon in a recent interview stated his desire to lead an ownership group to bring an MLB expansion team to Raleigh, NC. Lou Pascucci of MLB Raleigh discussed on The Drive with Tim Donnelly how the idea of bring a MLB team Raleigh could potentially come to fruition, how the Triangle is one of the fastest growing areas in the country, and how feasible it would be to bring a team to Raleigh, NC.

Chris Lea of WRAL Sports & the Panthers Playbook Podcast shared his thoughts on the Carolina Panthers' 21-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, and questions why Bryce Young appears to have a much more limited playbook than backup QB Andy Dalton, and if head coach Frank Reich wanted to draft Bryce Young. Tim Donnelly also says that Frank Reich needs to be willing to swallow his pride and allow some of the other offensive coaches take over play calling duties.

Carolina Panthers rookie QB Bryce Young is not progressing the way many were expecting, and making some mistakes that many did not expect him to make going into the NFL. Tim Donnelly points out that not all of blame should fall on Bryce Young, but that Bryce isn't as NFL ready as many were thinking. Also, there were reports by Ian Rappaport of the NFL Network that the Carolina Panthers were looking to trade for a starting WR. Tim Donnelly says it'd be a mistake right now for the Panthers to try...

Duke football suffered a close loss to Notre Dame football, 21-14, at an energetic Wallace Wade Stadium in front of a primetime national audience. But the biggest concern coming out of that game is the health of QB Riley Leonard after he suffered an ankle injury late in the loss. Also, Tim Donnelly ranks NC State football, UNC football, Duke football, and Wake Forest football and places each on 'The Podium.'

NC State head football coach Dave Doeren announced that MJ Morris will take over as the starting quarterback over Brennan Armstrong. Tim Donnelly warns NC State Wolfpack football fans that a change at QB isn't going to fix all of their problems on offense. NC State made the decision today to start QB MJ Morris in place of Brennan Armstrong, but Tim Donnelly points out that the NC State defense, led by Payton Wilson, is carrying the team, and will continue to keep the Wolfpack in games during th...

During the Starting Five, Tim Donelly and Graham Hill discuss Louisville at NC State in a primetime matchup for the ACC, Quarterback Sam Howell and the Washington Commanders look to rebound against the Philadelphia Eagles, and UNC has a chance to reset and breathe during their off week. Also, Durham is officially ready for College Gameday ahead of No. 11 Notre Dame vs. No. 17 Duke tomorrow night. Plus, Bryce Young returns this Sunday and is set to start against a struggling Minnesota Vikings tea...

The undefeated Louisville Cardinals and the NC State Wolfpack are meeting in a pivotal ACC matchup. Both teams are undefeated in ACC play and looking to move up in the conference standings. Tim Donnelly discussed how one player who needs to have a breakout game for the Wolfpack offense is true Freshman wide receiver KC Concepcion after having a big-time performance in the win against Virginia. Also, with everything North Carolina has accomplished and gone through so far this season, Tim explain...

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young is set to return to the starting lineup this Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings after missing last week with an ankle injury. Tim discussed how this needs to be the week the Panthers offense lets loose with Young back on the field. He also explains how Adam Thielen needs to have another successful game against his former team. Also, Durham is officially ready for College GameDay as No. 11 Notre Dame faces No. 17 Duke for a Week 5 showdown. The Fightin...

The Carolina Hurricanes look strong through two preseason games. Dennis Cox tells Tim Donnelly that Canes fans will like newcomers Michael Bunting and Brendan Lemieux. Also, moms call the show to state why their child should win a pair of tickets to Notre Dame football at Duke football. Also, the state of ACC football through four weeks.

What are Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox most concerned about, and confident in when it comes to the Carolina Panthers, including the defensive injuries, Brian Burns, Bryce Young's ankle, and more. Also, Adam Theilen faces his former team, the Minnesota Vikings. Plus, why hasn't third-round 2023 NFL Draft Pick DJ Johnson played yet this season for the Carolina Panthers?

Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young returned to practice after missing Sunday's game vs. the Seattle Seahawks. Bryce Young said he doesn't know when or how his ankle injury happened, and doesn't seem truly certain what the ankle injury actually was. Tim Donnelly said the ankle injury is a bit perplexing and somewhat of a mystery. Also, former Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton discussed the current state of the Panthers, and how the Panthers have not done enough around Bryce Young to help the rookie ...

Carolina Panthers are dealing with major injuries, including to safety Xavier Woods, who might miss a month of longer with a hamstring injury. Also, Sam Hartman and Notre Dame football vs Duke football in a top-20 matchup. Also, Duke football coach Mike Elko has been linked to several potential jobs, including the now vacant Michigan State football job after the firing of Mel Tucker. Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes continue preseason action.

The ACC released the upcoming men's basketball schedule, which features NC State basketball, Duke basketball, and UNC basketball all playing each other in the final week of the regular season, with each team getting a game on their respective home court. Also, Tim Donnelly points out that this shows the ACC is aware of the entertainment value that is needed in college sports. Plus, we're seeing college coaches showing more personallity, which is garnering national attention, and it might be the...

Carolina Panthers rookie QB Bryce Young was back at practice today after missing Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. Tim Donnelly breaks down how head coach Frank Reich and the coaching staff can reassess the offense around Bryce, and the best ways to exploit the Minnesota Vikings. Has Carolina Panthers GM Scott Fitterer made the correct roster decisions to help support Bryce Young and for long term success? Tim Donnelly wonders if the team signed the right free agents, and if they've h...

In the starting Five, the Carolina Hurricanes begin their preseason games, the question if Bryce Young will play Sunday vs. the Minnesota Vikings, the Taylor Swift effect on Travis Kelce jersey sales, Monday Night Football, and looking around the NFC South.

Tim Donnelly poses the question: if the Carolina Panthers could do it over again, would they draft Houston Texans QB CJ Stroud, or stick with Bryce Young as your future at QB. Donnelly points out that early success doesn't mean long-term success.

The Carolina Hurricanes begin their preseason schedule against Tampa Bay Lightning tonight, and Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the biggest storylines to start the season for the Canes, including if Tony DeAngelo or Jalen Chatfield will be the No. 6 defenseman this season. Plus, The NCAA approved the waiver request for Minnesota DB Craig McDonald despite McDonald being a two-time transfer. Tim Donnelly points out how the situation isn't very dissimilar to UNC WR Tez Walker, who had his waiver...

Is Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich the best coach for rookie QB Bryce Young? Tim Donnelly wonders if Reich needs to change his coaching style to best develop Bryce Young and reach his full potential. When will the Carolina Panthers get their first win of the season? There's a chance the team could go 0-6 headed into their Week 7 bye, and could face other rookie QBs CJ Stroud with the Houston Texans and Anthony Richardson of the Indianapolis Colts with the possibility of Bryce Young and...

Who had the college football weekend in the State of North Carolina and takes atop the podium? UNC football takes the top spot with win over PITT, Duke takes second place after routing UConn, NC State makes the podium at third with an ugly win over UVA football, and Wake Forest is left off the podium after a road loss to Georgia Tech. Also, injuries are mounting for the Carolina Panthers.

North Carolina football QB Drake Maye looked like the superstar and high 2024 NFL Draft prospect many expected him to be in a 41-24 win on the road over PITT football, which saw Drake Maye throw a left-handed TD pass. Also, Duke looked good once again in a win over UConn, which sets up a top-25 matchup vs Notre Dame as ESPN's College GameDay will be at Durham for the first time for football.