The Drive with Tim Donnelly

<p>With New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers suffering a season ending Achilles injury, and with Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen turning the ball over four times, Tim Donnelly points out how both of those situations puts more into perspective the first start by Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young.</p> <p>Also, what does NC State football on offense need to do to spark and jumpstart their offense? Tim Donnelly says it might come down to simply just having fun. </p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers and QB Bryce Young struggled in Week 1 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Tim Donnelly points out that the scheme and play-calling was not dissimilar to the 'vanilla' offense we saw in the preseason from head coach Frank Reich.</p> <p>Also, Carolina Panthers CB Jaycee Horn will reportedly miss "multiple weeks" due to a hamstring injury suffered against the Atlanta Falcons. What is his future with the Panthers with the label of being 'injury prone.'</p>

<p>In the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly breaks down the Carolina Panthers 24-10 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Tim also shares his thoughts on NC State football struggling against Notre Dame, as well as UNC football beating App State in double-OT. </p> <p>Plus, the latest on North Carolina football player Tez Walker after being ruled ineligible by the NCAA. </p>

<p>Who had the best weekend between Wake Forest football, North Carolina football, Duke football, and NC State football? Also, Brian Murphy, WRAL Sports Investigative Reporter, gives us the latest on the UNC Board of Trustees meeting regarding UNC football WR Tez Walker about possible litigation towards the NCAA. </p>

<p>NC State's offense lacks an identity as the Wolfpack lose to No. 10 Notre Dame football. Tim Donnelly questions the lack of continuity within their offense, the self-inflicted mistakes, and how there have been no explosive plays for NC State football. </p> <p>After North Carolina football & App State football had another thrilling game, Tim Donnelly says the UNC football passing game with Drake Maye isn't at the level it should be at this point of the season, but that there's plenty of room for it to blossom.</p>

<p>Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young throws two INTs in a 24-10 week 1 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Tim Donnelly questions if head coach Frank Reich had the Panthers prepared properly, or if the personnel isn't what they expected it to be.</p> <p>After throwing one touchdown and two interceptions, what's the confidence level in Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young after a 24-10 week 1 loss to the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?</p>

<p>Former NFL & Notre Dame Defensive End Betrand Berry shares his thoughts on the contract situation between the Carolina Panthers and Edge/OLB Brian Burns. Berry also weighs in on the No. 10 Notre Dame football matchup with NC State football.</p> <p>Also, the boldest of bold predictions for the college football and NFL weekend. </p>

<p>In the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly previews NC State football vs No. 10 Notre Dame football, UNC football vs App. State football as North Carolina football looks to move forward from the Tez Walker ineligibility decision by the NCAA, No. 21 Duke vs. Lafayette, and how the ACC has to be more than just Florida State football and Clemson football each week.</p> <p>Also, a look ahead to Week 1 of the NFL Season as the Carolina Panthers visit the Atlanta Falcons as the Bryce Young era begins in Charlotte, NC. </p>

<p>How much of NC State's football season hinges on their matchup at home against No. 10 Notre Dame football? Wolfpack QB Brennan Armstrong hinted that much of the season rides on the outcome against the Fighting Irish. </p> <p>North Carolina football and head coach Mack Brown need to find a way to move forward from the Tez Walker eligibility situation with the NCAA as they face App. State football this coming weekend as No. 17 UNC looks to improve to 2-0 on the 2023 college football season.</p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers and QB Bryce Young begin the quest of turning the franchise around as they face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1 of the 2023 NFL Season. The questions still looms if Brian Burns will play as he looks for a contract extension from the Carolina Panthers. </p>

<p>With the NFL Season starting, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Detroit Lions, including the latest with tight end Travis Kelce's knee injury and his status for the Chiefs moving forward. Plus, the latest with North Carolina football WR Tez Walker's appeal to the NCAA being denied making him ineligible for the 2023 college football season. Plus, Carolina Panthers OLB/Edge Brian Burns is still seeking a contract extension. </p>

<p>In Breaking News: The NCAA declared UNC's Tez Walker ineligible for the 2023 college football season. Tim Donnelly points out how the NCAA is the problem, not Tez Walker or North Carolina football.</p>

<p>Who will be the 2023 NFL MVP, NFL Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the year, and Super Bowl LVIII winner? Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox offer up their predictions for the 2023 NFL Season, including who will be the MVP of the Carolina Panthers, and how many wins will the Carolina Panthers have during the 2023 NFL Season. </p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers and their contract negotiations with OLB/DE Brian Burns has become a distraction for the team, which is a problem where in the NFL teams try to eliminate distractions as much as possible.</p> <p>Also, the NFL season kicks off with the Detroit Lions visiting the Kansas City Chiefs, with the reigning Super Bowl Champion Chiefs likely without tight end Travis Kelce.</p>

<p>Brian Burns is seeking a contract extension with the Carolina Panthers, and how will Nick Bosa's contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers impact Burns' negotiations? Also, the latest with UNC WR Tez Walker as he awaits to hear back from the NCAA about his eligibility. </p> <p>Plus, reactions to the college football AP Top 25 poll that saw Duke football enter in for the first time since 2018, coming in at No. 21 after their win over Clemson football, whicih dropped the Tigers to No. 25. </p>

<p>Former NC State football & NFL quarterback Mike Glennon breaks down where the Wolfpack struggled in Week 1 against UConn football, facing Notre Dame football this weekend, and if facing former Wake Forest football QB Sam Hartman benefits NC State.</p> <p>Also, the latest in the NFL including the injuries to Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce, and LA Rams WR Cooper Kupp. </p>

<p>After Week 1 of the college football season, ACC football seems wide open with Florida State football dominating LSU football, UNC football looking strong vs South Carolina football, and Clemson football losing to Duke football. Also, the national narrative about the ACC still looks down on the conference despite going 2-1 in games vs SEC football.</p> <p>Plus, San Francisco 49ers DE Nick Bosa signed a contract extension making him the highest paid defensive player in the NFL. Tim Donnelly breaks down how Bosa's contract will set the market and range for Brian Burns' contract. </p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers and Edge rusher Brian Burns have yet to agree to a contract extension, and it's uncertain if Burns will play Week 1 of the NFL season when the Panthers travel to face that Atlanta Falcons.</p> <p>Also, rookie guard Chandler Zavala, who was a 2nd-round draft pick in the 2023 NFL Draft out of NC State football, will start at right guard for the Carolina Panthers in front of rookie QB and No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young.</p>

<p>In the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly discusses the major wins for UNC football over South Carolina football, and the big win by Duke football over Clemson football. Tim also breaks down the big weekend for the ACC which saw Florida State football crush LSU football, and how FSU football looks legit good after week 1 of the college football. Also, Brian Burns needs a contract extension with the Carolina Panthers. </p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers need to figure out a contract with star edge rusher Brian Burns as Week 1 of the NFL season approaches with the Panthers traveling to face the Atlanta Falcons.</p> <p>Also, Tim Donnelly gives out his Gold Medal, Silver Medal, Bronze Medal, and says which school is off the podium between Duke football, UNC football, NC State football, and Wake Forest football. </p>

<p>North Carolina football sacked South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler 9 times as the UNC Tar Heels defeated the SC Gamecocks to open the college football season. Tim Donnelly breaks down UNC's win, how the defense looks far different than last season, and how QB Drake Maye could improve moving forward.</p> <p>ACC football had a great start to the college football season in prime time games, including North Carolina football beating South Carolina football, and Florida State football crushing LSU football as the ACC went 2-1 against SEC football.</p>

<p>With UNC football beating South Carolina football, and Duke football running past Clemson football, the State of North Carolina dominated the State of South Carolina, with two "basketball schools" beating two "football schools."</p> <p>Producer Dennis Cox tells Tim Donnelly how he ended up with former Duke basketball star, and Dallas Maverick's draft pick, Dereck Lively's sneaker when the Duke fans rushed the field at Wallace-Wade Stadium.</p> <p>Duke football upset Clemson football, 28-7, that saw the Blue Devils take advantage of the Tigers' mistakes, but also saw Clemson and head coach Dabo Swinney fail to take advantage of their own opportunities.</p> <p> </p>

<p>In the starting five, Tim Donelly discussed NC State's 24-14 win over UConn last night, giving the Wolfpack their first win over the season. He also discussed Wake Forest's 37-17 win over Elon and how Mitch Girffis performed in his debut for the Demon Deacons. He also shared his expectations for the Duke's Mayo Classic tomorrow night, which features North Carolina and South Carolina, and Duke hosting Clemson in a nationally televised game on Monday night. Also, it's official. The ACC has voted to invite Stanford, Cal, and SMU to the conference. </p>

<p>Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina joined Tim to preview North Carolina vs. South Carolina ahead of the Duke's Mayo Classic in Charlotte tomorrow. Ashley shared the latest regarding ACC expansion and UNC wide receiver Tez Walker's situation. Ashley also discussed the lofty expectations of quarterback Drake Maye in this matchup.</p> <p>Also, the last time these two teams met was in the 2021 Duke's Mayo Bowl where South Carolina defeated North Carolina 38-21. Tim previews the game and shares his final expectations for tomorrow night.</p>

<p>Danny Morrison, executive director of the Charlotte Sports Foundation which is responsible for putting on the Duke's Mayo Classic joined Tim ahead of the game tomorrow. Morrison discussed the excitement throughout the city of Charlotte regarding the North Carolina vs. South Carolina game. Morrison also shared what to expect at College Gameday tomorrow morning which will air from uptown Charlotte.</p> <p>Also, Duke and Clemson face each other Monday night, in a nationally televised game on ESPN. The Blue Devils are coming off a 9-4 season, while the Tigers are coming off a 11-3 season. Tim discussed how the winner will be in a good position to start the season strong.  </p>

<p>Tim Donnelly discussed the ACC voting to add Stanford, Cal, and SMU. The news comes after the conference voted this morning, expanding the ACC geographically. Tim discusses how adding the three schools impacts the ACC overall and what else the league could've done. </p> <p>Also, NC State defeated UConn by a final of 24-14 last night, giving the Wolfpack their first win of the season. Tim discussed things NC State did well and where they need to improve, specifically on offense. He also shared what impressed him about quarterback Brennan Armstrong in his debut with the Wolfpack.</p>

<p>Week 1 of the college football season has arrived with NC State football traveling to UConn football and Wake Forest football hosting Elon football. Also, the Carolina Panthers lose QB Matt Corral to the New England Patriots after the Pats claimed Corral off of waivers. Also, a big time national college football matchup with Utah football hosting Florida Football. </p>

<p>Former NFL All-Pro linebacker Chad Brown discusses the upcoming college football season, including the big matchup with Florida football traveling to Utah football, how the PAC-12 has been picked apart during conference realignment, and how college sports are changing rapidly. </p> <p>The Carolina Panthers lost 2nd-year QB Matt Corral to the New England Patriots after the Pats claimed the former Ole Miss football QB off of waivers. Carolina Panthers have just two QBs on the roster in Bryce Young and Andy Dalton.</p>

<p>With Week 1 of the College football season here, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox predict win totals for NC State football, UNC football, Duke football, ECU football, Wake Forest football, App State football, and Charlotte football for the 2023 college football season.</p> <p>Also, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox give out their preseason superlative rewards for the ACC. </p>

<p>NC State football starts their season on the road against UCONN football with questions about how their offense will look with new QB Brennan Armstrong and offensive coordinator Robert Anae, and how there might be some slow starts for head coach Dave Doeren this season.</p> <p>With the PAC-12 dissolving, there have been questions about the future of the College Football Playoff regarding how many conference champions will make it to the CFP, and no decisions will be made until the ACC decides what they want to do regarding conference realignment & conference expansion.</p>

<p>As the 2023 College football season arrives, the 2024 NFL Draft projections have begun, which many have UNC football QB Drake Maye going in the top-5 of the NFL, but also has Duke QB Riley Leonard quickly rising up mock draft projections into the first round.</p> <p>Also, there are lofty comparisons for Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young by ESPN's Marcus Spears to Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow.</p>

<p>NC State's defense will have to be up to the test vs UCONN's rushing attack. Also, there are a lot of unknowns with the NC State Wolfpack with a new quarterback in Brennan Armstrong, and new offensive coordinator Robert Anae for head coach Dave Doeren. </p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers waived QB Matt Corral, WR Derek Wright, and LB Chandler Wooten after claiming three players off of waivers as NFL teams are finalizing their 53-man rosters for the 2023 NFL season.</p> <p>Also, Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich is intentially being coy about what his defense will look like this season. </p>

<p>NC State football has a new quarterback and new offensive coordinator, UNC football has Drake Maye returning at QB but a new offensive coordinator, Wake Forest football has a new starting QB with Mitch Griffis but the same offensive coordinator, and Duke football has the same returning QB in Riley Leonard and the same offensive coordinator - which leads into a lot of uncertainty at the start of the college football season. </p> <p>Former NFL & NC State QB Mike Glennon shares his thoughts on NC State football and how their offense will look under new offensive coordinator Robert Anae, including if quarterback Brennan Armstrong will replicate his performance at UVA football when Anae was the OC at Virginia football. Plus, who will step up at wide receiver for Wolfpack football?</p>

<p>ESPN announced that they will show approximately 75 college football games, including weekly ACC football games for out-of-market teams, as well as the college football playoff and New Year's Six bowl games, plus the CFP National Championship.</p> <p>Also, the ACC has put a pause on conversations about conference realignment and conference expansion after the fatal shooting on the campus of UNC Chapel Hill on Monday. </p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers traded for Kansas City Chiefs WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette as the team looks to add depth for rookie QB Bryce Young. With teams cutting their roster to 53 players, WR Shi Smith was one of the players placed on waivers.</p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers have several difficult roster decisions, including depth at WR due to several injuries, potentially adding a running back, and if more roster moves are made after the NFL 53-man roster deadline at 4pm ET on Tuesday.</p> <p>According to reports, ACC presidents will have a meeting Monday night to discuss further the additions of Cal, Stanford, and SMU to the ACC as conference realignment and conference expansion talks increase, with the potential for a vote to happen tonight. How will Clemson, Florida State, North Carolina, and NC State vote, and does the situation at UNC impact tonight's meeting?</p>

<p>Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young showed off more of his skillset and mobility against the Detroit Lions in the finals preseason game for the Panthers. Young also completed his first TD pass to Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen.</p> <p>The confidence in Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young is high after the 2023 NFL preseason, to the point where the "Bryce-O-Meter" is reading "Bryce of America Stadium"</p>

<p>Wake Forest football starts a new era with Mitch Griffis at QB, and Duke football looks to back up their 9-win season in 2022 with a tough matchup at home vs Clemson football. Also, the latest on UNC football WR Tez Walker as he battles the NCAA for eligibilty as North Carolina football is set to face South Carolina football. </p>

<p>Notre Dame football QB Sam Hartman started off his time with the Fighting Irish with a great performance against Navy after having transfered from Wake Forest Football. Reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams started hot for USC football. Also, NC State football and North Carolina football get ready for week 1 as the Wolfpack travel to UConn football, and UNC football gets set to face South Carolina football.</p>

<p>In the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly breaks down Duke football QB Riley Leonard moving up NFL draft boards for the 2024 NFL Draft, Week 0 of college football arriving with Notre Dame football facing Navy Football, and USC football and reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams in action; the latest on conference expansion and conference realignment with the ACC and Power 5 conferences, but also how Group of 5 conferences are impacted. Plus, the Carolina Panthers take on the Detroit Lions for their final preseason game and what to expect from QB Bryce Young. </p>

<p>Week 0 of the college football season is here, and all eyes will be on former Wake Forest football QB Sam Hartman at Notre Dame football as they face Navy Football, and reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams at USC football.</p> <p>Conference realignment goes beyond the ACC, as the Mountain West Conference and American Athletic Conference are reportedly pursuing Oregon State and Washington State. Tim Donnelly points out that the essence of college sports should not be lost when making business decisions.</p>

<p>The Carolina Panthers on offense need to show some measure of improvement vs the Detroit Lions in their final preseason game. Tim Donnelly wants to see the playbook open a bit for Bryce Young to instill some confidence for him, and for the offense to eliminate many of the mental mistakes they've made so far this NFL preseason.</p> <p>Also, some early projections for the 2024 NFL Draft have Duke football QB Riley Leonard as a top-30 prospect, which likely means he'll be a 1st-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft if he elects to enter the NFL Draft. </p>

<p>Tim Donnelly warns Carolina Panthers fans to not get worried if other rookie quarterbacks in the NFL have a hot start compared to Panthers QB Bryce Young. Donnelly says don't be surprised if you see flashy plays from Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson early in the season, but that the long term choice will be Bryce Young.</p> <p>The Carolina Panthers need to do one thing, and one thing only, against the Detroit Lions in their final preseason game - and that's stay healthy. Yes, seeing more improvements from Bryce Young and the offensive line are important, but the need to stay healthy is imperative, especially with a WR group that looks thin with injuries to DJ Chark (hamstring), Terrace Marshall Jr. (back), Laviska Shenault (concussion), Damiere Byrd (injured reserve).</p>

<p>In the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly discusses the latest in the NFL including former Carolina Panthers QBs Sam Darnold, Baker Mayfield, and PJ Walker earning jobs with their new teams, Shohei Ohtani's UCL tear in his elbow and what that means for his future, Kobe Bryant "Mamba Day," NC State football and Wake Forest football preparing for the start of the college football season, and the latest on Cal, Stanford, and SMU potentially joining the ACC as conference realignment rumors run rampant. </p>

<p>Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share what aspects of the Carolina Panthers they have confidence in, and are concerned with right now, including the offensive line, wide receiver group, Bryce Young, Brian Burns, and more.</p> <p>Also, Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin discussed the offseason on The Adam Gold Show, including the potential that Brett Pesce might not be with the team this upcoming season as Pesce's name is linked to several trade rumors, and what his future with the Hurricanes looks like. Plus, Sebastian Aho on why he signed a long-term deal with the Carolina Hurricanes. </p>

<p>NC State football and Wake Forest football are one week away from their season openers, with NC State Wolfpack visiting UConn football, and the Wake Forest Demon Deacons hosting Elon on Thursday, August 31st. Tim Donnelly breaks down what he wants to see from each program with each team having a new starting quarterback.</p> <p>Also, discussions about the ACC adding Cal, Stanford, and SMU intensify, but how can UNC, NC State control the fate of the conference? </p>

<p>North Carolina and NC State have the opportunity to make demands to the ACC if they want to vote 'yes' to allowing Stanford, Cal, and SMU into the conference as conference realignment still looms for the ACC.</p> <p>With San Francisco 49ers QB Trey Lance falling to third on the depth chart, Tim Donnelly points out that trading up for quarterbacks in the NFL Draft don't always work out, and hopes Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young doesn't become a 'bust.'</p>

<p>With more conversations about ACC and conference realignment and conference expansion, Tim Donnelly points out that politicians can and will play a factor in what schools are about to do.</p> <p>Former NFL QB, and NC State football quarterback, Mike Glennon shared his breakdown of Washington Commanders - and former UNC football QB - Sam Howell after an impressive Monday Night Football performance against the Baltimore Ravens in their second preseason game.</p> <p>Mike Glennon also evaluates Notre Dame football QB Sam Hartman who transferred from Wake Forest football to play for the Fighting Irish as the College Football season approaches.</p>

<p>Tim Donnelly points out that Chris Simms of Pro Football Talk is way too early with his criticism of Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young, where Simms questioned if Young looked like a No. 1 overall pick based off of his build and performance. Donnelly points out that Simms had Young as his No. 2 rated QB going into the 2023 NFL Draft.More reports of ACC conference expansion and conference realignment surrounding Stanford, Cal, and SMU are heating up again as more reports are coming out about financial distribution for each of the schools that could be potentially added to the ACC.</p> <p>More reports of ACC conference expansion and conference realignment surrounding Stanford, Cal, and SMU are heating up again as more reports are coming out about financial distribution for each of the schools that could be potentially added to the ACC.</p>