
The Drive with Tim Donnelly
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NC State basketball player Casey Morsell on Final Four run, guarding RJ Davis
<p>Tim Donnelly was joined by former NC State basketball guard Casey Morsell on his role with the ACC Network, the Final Four run, how NC State basketball will look differently this season for Kevin Keatts, and guarding RJ Davis.</p>

Laith Wallschleger on his role as "Gronk," knowing Rob Gronkowski, acting future
<p>Tim Donnelly is joined by Laith Wallschleger, actor who portrays Rob Gronkowski "Gronk" in "American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez" on FX.</p>

BREAKING: Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young to start for injured Andy Dalton
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss the breaking news by head coach Dave Canales that Bryce Young will start for Andy Dalton, who has a sprained thumb from a car accident.</p>

Carolina Panthers should look to trade Diontae Johnson
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan and head coach Dave Canales need to go ahead and move on from Diontae Johnson.</p>

Who's the best ACC men's basketball coach now?
<p>Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss who the best basketball coach in ACC basketball now that UVA basketball coach Tony Bennett has retired. Is is UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis, Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer, NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts, or someone else?</p>

UNC football and Mack Brown has to finish strong
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how UNC football and head coach Mack Brown can finish the season strong coming off of their bye week.</p>

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales must show improvement
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales will have to prove his worth as a coach during tough times.</p>

Duke football could finish with a special season
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss NC State football, UNC football, Duke football, and Wake Forest football over the weekend on the ACC Football Podium, including Duke football beating Florida State football for the first time in program history.</p>

The Carolina Panthers should go back to Bryce Young
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers losing in embarrassing fashion at the Washington Commanders, and how head coach Dave Canales should turn things back over to quarterback Bryce Young over Andy Dalton.</p>

NC State football has found their QB in CJ Bailey
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how NC State football and head coach Dave Doeren getting a win over Cal football, and how they have found a great QB in CJ Bailey.</p>

The Carolina Panthers offer little hope as a team
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers losing in embarrassing fashion at the Washington Commanders, and how head coach Dave Canales and defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero offer nothing in terms of change this season.</p>

Carolina Panthers have to take risks on defense
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero has to try different ways to create pressure than what the current scheme presents.</p>

Duke football can become bowl eligible against Florida State football
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how Duke football and head coach Manny Diaz can become bowl eligible with a win against Florida State football, but how beating FSU football would be a first in program history.</p>

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales needs to be about the run game
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales needs to fully invest in the run game with Chuba Hubbard, and why that'll help them against the Washington Commanders and Jayden Daniels.</p>

BREAKING: UVA basketball coach Tony Bennett to retire
<p>Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the breaking news that UVA basketball coach Tony Bennett is retiring as Virginia basketball is set to start their season.</p>

Carolina Panthers face Frankie Luvu, Jeremy Chinn vs. the Washington Commanders
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Panthers are facing former defensive stars Frankie Luvu and Jeremy Chinn when playing the Washington Commanders this weekend.</p>

Reassessing expectations for NC State football & UNC football
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how expectations for NC State football and UNC football have changed, and how Dave Doeren &amp; Mack Brown are trying to get their respective teams to bowl games.</p>

How can Carolina Hurricanes players boost their national profile?
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Hurricanes don't get respect from the national media, but what players like Sebastian Aho, Seth Jarvis, Andrei Svechnikov, and others can do to boost their individual standing in the NHL.</p>

Carolina Panthers roster turnover won't happen overnight
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Panthers are viewed by the national NFL media and the solutions needed for Carolina, including ESPN Radio's Evan Cohen proposing a trade for Deshaun Watson.</p>

NC State football can't be conservative at Cal football
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how NC State football and head coach Dave Doeren can't have a conservative mindset on offense on the road at Cal football.</p>

The Carolina Panthers can still set short-term goals this season
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Panthers and head coach Dave Canales and still set small goals for themselves this season.</p>

UNC Basketball looks fast in exhibition win over Memphis basketball
<p>Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball in their exhibition win over Memphis basketball, a big day by Seth Tremble, RJ Davis not playing, and North Carolina basketball coach Hubert Davis wanting his team to play even faster.</p>

Duke basketball and Cooper Flagg are the top of ACC basketball
<p>Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox Duke basketball being picked to win the ACC basketball season, and UNC basketball guard RJ Davis being picked as preseason ACC Player of the Year, as well as Duke guard Cooper Flagg picked as preseason ACC Rookie of the Year.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes get first win; Jackson Blake scores first goal
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes getting their first win of the year over the New Jersey Devils, the first goal of Jackson Blake's career, Shayne Gostisbehere fitting right back in, and Pyotr Kochetkov playing well for head coach Rod Brind'Amour.</p>

Who are the player the Carolina Panthers can't afford to trade?
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss if Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan should trade away players at the NFL trade deadline, such as Diontae Johnson, Adam Thielen, Chuba Hubbard, and others. But also, who is untouchable for the Panthers.</p>

Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young still needs to play
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss if Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales should play QB Bryce Young now that the team is 1-5 on the season.</p>

ACC basketball, NC State overlooked in AP Top 25 college basketball poll
<p>Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss how the AP Top 25 men's basketball poll only featured Duke basketball and UNC basketball, while NC State basketball received zero votes despite making it to the Final Four this past season.</p>

Be careful when wishing for midseason firings with football teams
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how fans of NC State football, UNC football, and the Carolina Panthers are looking for changes with the head coach and/or coaching staff, including Dave Doeren, Mack Brown, and Ejiro Evero.</p>

Duke football had the best weekend without even playing
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss NC State football, UNC football, Duke football, and Wake Forest football over the weekend on the ACC Football Podium.</p>

Carolina Panthers still have to find future on offense
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how head coach Dave Canales and GM Dan Morgan needs to figure out what the future is on offense for the Carolina Panthers, including looking at Xavier Legette, Jalen Coker, Jonathon Brooks, and Bryce Young.</p>

Carolina Panthers have to try something different on defense
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss the defensive struggles for the Carolina Panthers under defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, and if head coach Dave Canales needs to encourage more creativity to generate pressure.</p>

UNC football and NC State football fail to get the job done once again
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox discuss how NC State football and UNC football both fall to 3-4 on the season, with both Dave Doeren and Mack Brown taking heat with both teams in failure to make a bowl game.</p>

UNC football vs Georgia Tech preview: Can Tar Heels rebound after three straight losses?
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox preview UNC football&rsquo;s critical upcoming matchup against Georgia Tech. After suffering three straight losses, the Tar Heels&rsquo; season has taken a dramatic turn, and this game is a must-win to get back on track.</p>

Carolina Panthers vs Atlanta Falcons preview: Defensive injury concerns & offensive adjustments
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox preview the Carolina Panthers' upcoming divisional matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Tim &amp; Dennis discuss the injury issues plaguing the Panthers' defense and how it could impact their ability to stop Atlanta&rsquo;s offense. Plus, the key offensive adjustments the Panthers need to make, especially with injuries impacting the lineup, and how they can exploit the Falcons' defense.</p>

NC State football vs Syracuse night game preview: Wolfpack’s quest for first ACC win
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Dennis Cox preview NC State football&rsquo;s crucial upcoming night game against Syracuse. The Wolfpack are looking for their first ACC win of the season, and Tim and Dennis break down the key matchups, strategies, and players that could make the difference.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes opening night preview vs Tampa Bay Lightning
<p>Tim Donnelly &amp; Mike Maniscalco, Carolina Hurricanes play-by-play commentator, preview the Hurricanes&rsquo; opening night against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Tim, Dennis, &amp; Mike discuss expectations for the 2024-25 season, including key players to watch, the impact of new additions, and how the Canes can position themselves for another playoff run.</p>

Louisville basketball coach Pat Kelsey on expectations for the 2024-25 season
<p>Tim Donnelly and new Louisville basketball coach Pat Kelsey preview the 2024-25 college basketball season, Kelsey&rsquo;s vision for the Cardinals program, and how the team plans to compete in a highly competitive ACC.</p>

Wake Forest basketball guard Cam Hildreth is ready for his final season
<p>Tim Donnelly and Wake Forest guard Cam Hildreth discuss his final season of ACC basketball, and expectations for the Demon Deacons.</p>

Wake Forest basketball center Efton Reid shares his journey to Wake Forest
<p>Tim Donnelly and Wake Forest center Wake Forest shares his journey to Wake Forest after stops at LSU basketball and Gonzaga basketball, his relationship with Steve Forbes, and the upcoming ACC basketball season.</p>

UNC basketball guard RJ Davis breaks down return to North Carolina, goals for final season.
<p>Tim Donnelly and UNC basketball guard RJ Davis discuss his decision to return for the 2024-25 season and how he plans to embrace his role as a veteran leader on the team.</p>

UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis on RJ Davis returning, season expectations
<p>Tim Donnelly and UNC basketball head coach Hubert Davis discuss the upcoming ACC basketball season, the return of RJ Davis, losing Armando Bacot, and championship expectations.</p>

UNC basketball guard Seth Trimble on returning to North Carolina basketball
<p>Tim Donnelly and UNC guard Seth Trimble discuss his return to North Carolina basketball out of the transfer portal, his relationship with Hubert Davis, and this year's team with RJ Davis returning.</p>

Pitt basketball coach Jeff Capel discusses ACC basketball perception, narrative about league
<p>Tim Donnelly and Pitt basketball coach Jeff Capel discuss the future of ACC basketball, and recruiting players out of the transfer portal.</p>

Virginia basketball is looking to get back to the national title
<p>Tim Donnelly and UVA basketball coach talk about the upcoming ACC basketball season, and if Virginia can get back to the national championship of the NCAA Tournament.</p>

Wake Forest basketball coach Steve Forbes on transfer portal, trying to make NCAA Tournament
<p>Tim Donnelly and Wake Forest men's basketball coach Steve Forbes discuss recruiting players in the transfer portal, trying to win on the road, and pushing to make the NCAA Tournament.</p>

Duke basketball Tyrese Proctor’s on return, veteran leadership, and goals for 2024-25 season
<p>Tim Donnelly and Duke men&rsquo;s basketball guard Tyrese Proctor discuss what motivated him to stay one more season at Duke, his role as a veteran leader on a talented team, and how he&rsquo;s preparing to elevate his game for the 2024-25 season.</p>

Duke basketball's Caleb Foster on his goals for the 2024-25 season
<p>Tim Donnelly and Duke basketball guard Caleb Foster discussed the importance of stepping into a veteran leadership role, and how he aims to impact the team both on and off the court.</p>

NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts & guard Jayden Taylor on Final Four reflections
<p>Tim Donnelly and NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts and guard Jayden Taylor recap the thrilling journey to the Final Four, how that experience will shape the new season, and the impact of the additions from the transfer portal.</p>

NC State basketball Michael O’Connell’s leadership role for the 2024-25 season
<p>Tim Donnelly and NC State men&rsquo;s basketball guard Michael O&rsquo;Connell recap the unforgettable run to the Final Four in the NCAA Tournament, his thoughts on stepping into a leadership role this year, and the importance of team dynamics.</p>

GA Tech basketball coach Damon Stoudamire on adapting to young athletes
<p>Tim Donnelly and former NBA Star, and current Georgia Tech basketball coach, Damon Stoudamire discusses coaching young basketball players of today, the program improving as a team, and building the program at Georgia Tech.</p>