The Drive with Tim Donnelly

<p>Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper and Carolina Hurricanes Owner Tom Dundon bought their respective franchises at relatively the same time in 2018. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio compare and contrast the two owners, the success of their franchises during their tenure, and how open each of the owners are to interviews & more.</p> <p>Bomani Jones of ESPN shared his thoughts on the NBA Trade deadline and NBA All-Star game, as well how sports franchises and broadcasters are putting a lot of money into reaching younger audiences and why it's so hard for younger generations to be engaged with sporting events. </p>

<p>Chad LaRose, former Carolina Hurricane and member of the 2006 Stanley Cup championship team, shared his thoughts on the Hall of Fame induction of former teammate Cam Ward, what the NHL Stadium Series game at Carter-Finley means to the franchise and area, and shares a story of seeing Green Day in concert his first night in Raleigh, NC.</p> <p>Also, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio answer #HeyJoe questions from listeners about the Stadium Series, UNC vs NC State, and more. </p>

<p>Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discussed how the NHL Stadium Series matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes & Washington Capitals has finally arrived, and how the build to the event has been a bit taxing, but in a good way.</p> <p>Ovies & Giglio differed on their thoughts with the upcoming UNC vs NC State basketball matchup, which both teams are trying to find their way into the NCAA Tournament. </p>

<p>The NCAA asks US appeals court to block pay for student athletes. What does this mean? What is ESPN doing to, of course, make more money? Is sports becoming more consumer friendly or going the opposite way because of streaming? How is sports evolving over time now?</p>

<p>How far does Ray believe they can go? How do they stand against the other teams? What could the Canes use to get them to the cup again? Where do they struggle, in Ray’s opinion? Does he see Anderson getting us to the Stanley Cup; and if so, where does he lack? It was brought up that Ray used to play on the Whalers team, so Joe asks a question that a lot of people may be thinking as a Canes fan. And is there a player out there that can fill THIS role for the Carolina Hurricanes?</p>

<p>What would Jim have said if he were asked that we’d be where we’re at with professional hockey and eventually be playing an outdoor game? How difficult was it to convince others to get on board with the idea of backing a professional hockey team? Now what are the next steps we should take as a franchise to keep growing?</p>

<p>Roy goes down memory lane about some of the worst traffic he remembers because of an event, in the hopes that's not the case this weekend. What has he not completely abandoned when it comes to the ACC? As a representative of a fan to sports, does he find it insulting that outsiders don’t believe NC can put on huge events? How has NC turned itself into a hockey town and what’s helping it progress? How has sports helped us grow as a state? And who did he sit with at a recent Carolina Hurricanes game?</p>

<p>What is his gut telling him about this game tonight? How have the guys been looking since the Capitals (ugly) win? How does he feel about this marathon this weekend with a game, the Stadium Series, outdoor hockey between UNC and NC State, plus everything else? And Ovies made a promise he’s following through with today, involving Tripp.</p>

<p>Philip Isley of the Centennial Authority in Raleigh, NC shared with Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio the current plans for the renovations in and around PNC Arena, including what potential parking changes could be, if a parking deck is in the works, what they control around the arena, and more.</p> <p>Plus, the Daily Checkdown featured Giglio getting a flat tire (again), NFL Mock Drafts, ACC hoops, Coach K returning to Cameron Indoor Stadium, NC State basketball, and more. </p>

<p>Wes Durham of the ACC Network, who called the game between NC State & Syracuse for the ACC Network, shared his thoughts on the NC State basketball losing to Syracuse, the officiating in the ACC, and looking ahead for the final two weeks of the regular season. Also, Giglio received a phone call from NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts during the segment.</p> <p>Plus, Mac McCaughan of Superchunk & Merge Records shared his thoughts on the upcoming NHL Stadium Series Game between the Carolina Hurricanes & Washington Capitals, being able to perform at the Downtown Raleigh Fanfest, and thoughts on the season so far for the Canes. </p>

<p>Steve Mayor of the NHL share with Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio what Carter-Finley Stadium will look like aesthetically for the Stadium Series matchup between the Carolina Hurricanes & Washington Capitals. </p> <p>Also, Ovies & Giglio give their advice on going to the game at Carter-Finley in terms of giving yourself enough time to park at the stadium. </p>

<p>Joe Giglio says it's time stop rewarding flopping on defense in college basketball in response to the officiating late between NC State basketball & Syracuse basketball.</p> <p>Joe Ovies points out to Joe Giglio that there's an easy fix to basketball officiating, but they won't because 'good enough' is the standard right now.</p>

<p>The Las Vegas Raiders have released QB Derek Carr, and the betting favorite for Carr's next team is the Carolina Panthers. Joe Ovies & Joe GIglio discuss potential landing spots for Carr, and the hiring of Jim Caldwell to the staff, and how Frank Reich has been assembling a very good group of coaches.</p> <p>Also, during the Daily Checkdown, questions about UNC basketball after suffering another loss, and more. </p>

<p>In honor of Jake Owen performing at the NHL Stadium Series game at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, NC between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals, Joe Ovies had ChadGPT AI write a 'bro country' song about the Hurricanes, beer, his Honda Civic, and more.</p> <p>Also, former Carolina Hurricanes forward Erik Cole shares thoughts on Stadium Series, what it means for the organization and the community, and if he ever thought something like this was possible.</p> <p>Plus, further discussions about UNC basketball after their 80-72 loss to Miami. </p>

<p>During #HeyJoe, questions were raised about the NHL Stadium Series game between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals at Carter-Finely Stadium, including how leaving the game might be even more difficult than parking for the event. </p> <p>Also, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio have some fun with the XFL starting up once again.</p>

<p>UNC basketball suffered an 80-72 loss at home to Miami, making it four losses in their last five games. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio wonder if North Carolina will miss out on the NCAA Tournament after being a national title favorite at the beginning of the season.</p> <p>Scott Dupree, Executive Director of the Greater Raleigh Sports Alliance, discussed the economic impact that the NHL Stadium Series Game between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals will have Raleigh, NC, and the surrounding area. Dupree also shares what the City of Raleigh is doing around the event, how Raleigh is viewed as a hockey market, and why people are still surprised that Raleigh continues to put on great events.</p>

<p>During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discussed the top stories from the weekend, including Kansas Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and the conversations about his career, Jalen Hurts having the best game of anyone, officiating, and more.</p>

<p>NFL QB, and former NC State QB, Mike Glennon joined the show to discuss the Super Bowl between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, and why he feels that Patrick Mahomes is on a Tom Brady-like career. </p> <p>Glennon also breaks down what 'halftime adjustments' look like in the NFL.</p> <p>Also, further conversations about officiating after Duke basketball had to deal with an officiating blunder late in regulation in their game against Virginia on Saturday. </p>

<p>Joe Lunardi of ESPN shed light on the projected NCAA Tournament field for men's basketball, that includes NC State basketball, UNC basketball, and Duke basketball. Lunardi also breaks down how many teams from the ACC could get in, potential seeds, and more.</p> <p>Also, further conversations about the NFL during #HeyJoe.</p>

<p>After another Super Bowl win in Super Bowl LVII, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio say that people need to give Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid his flowers as one of the best coaches in NFL history. </p> <p>Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss the late holding call against Philadelphia Eagles CB James Bradberry in Super Bowl LVII against the Kansas City Chiefs. Ovies says that people can't have 'NFL Blitz' rules when it comes to officiating late in games, and that fans can't have it both ways with not wanting refs to call anything, but then complain about lack of calls. </p>

<p>Is he surprised at all with the current state of the wagers for the Super Bowl? In general, what does it take to move the line? Is there a science or formula? </p>

<p>How many people in NC are making the trip to VA, just so they get gamble? What kind of impacts from this has Brian heard about and are we as a state on track to change? How close are we to making gambling legal in NC? </p>

<p>What’s changed with Super Bowl coverage, since the NBA was the sport everyone was talking about? Where is there less excitement? He went to the Fox junket, and Tom Brady may be an analyst soon. How do they think he panned out? </p>

<p>How does he see the Super Bowl playing out? Will Hurts shoulder be able to hold up? Will games like this get us to more black head coaches, since there’s more black QBs? How did insults come up in conversation? </p>

<p>With the Brooklyn Nets having traded James Harden, Kyrie Irving, and Kevin Durant all in the last year, Joe Ovies points out that these trades show how great of a teammate Lebron James is, and how James never seems to be the headache that other players can be.</p> <p>Also, looking ahead to Super Bowl LVII. Plus, what's the current state of ACC basketball as March approaches? </p>

<p>Brooke Pryor of ESPN shared her thoughts on the NFL offseason, including potential QB moves, but also Super Bowl LVII between the Philadelphia Eagles & Kansas City Chiefs. </p> <p>Also, Jeremy Markovich of the NC Rabbit Hole takes us into the regional term of 'Nabs' when referring to a pack of crackers.</p>

<p>The Carolina Hurricanes have been off for a week, but that doesn't mean the team hasn't been watching around the NHL at trades, including the New York Rangers and New York Islanders making deals. Canes color analyst Tripp Tracy shares his thoughts on the Hurricanes making a potential move, and what the team will look like coming back from a long layoff.</p> <p>Plus, #HeyJoe questions about UNC basketball, the Stadium Series game, and the NBA Trade Deadline. </p>

<p>The NBA Trade Deadline was extremely active, and saw several former ACC players on the move, including former NC State guard TJ Warren being traded with Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets to the Phoenix Suns. </p> <p>Chelsa Messinger of BetQL/BetMGM tells Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio was Super Bowl prop bets she believes are locks.</p>

<p>During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discussed Roger Goodell's State of the NFL press conference, including Goodell saying NFL officiating has never been better. </p> <p>Also, the conversation continues about UNC's loss to Wake Forest, the state of ACC basketball, and how home court seems to matter this season more than most in the league.</p>

<p>Alex Gold of 610 Sports in Kansas City gave a breakdown of the Super Bowl LVII from a Kansas City Chiefs perspective, and says the game comes down to the Chiefs' offensive line holding off the Philadelphia Eagles' defensive front.</p> <p>Also, Wes Durham of the ACC Network shared his thoughts on the struggles of UNC basketball, and how their early season flaws are still continuing to show, which is a problem this late in the season.</p> <p>Plus, Mark Russell, co-owner of Longleaf Swine to discuss Kansas City-style BBQ and how it differs from the BBQ found in the Carolinas. </p>

<p>Lebron James became the all-time scoring leader in NBA history, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio say that the conversations and debates about Lebron James are wrong, and that constantly comparing him to Michael Jordan isn't the right comparison. Giglio states that people continue to try and point out what James is not, and failing to point out what he is. </p> <p>Also, #HeyJoe questions about UNC basketball, the NHL Stadium Series in Raleigh, NC, and more. </p>

<p>Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio say that UNC basketball continues to disappoint, and that UNC looked terrible in a loss to Wake Forest. They point out how the message appears to be a 'if you're not all in, don't show up' conversation that's taking place, and how it's too late in the year to be having that conversation, and how UNC shouldn't be in a position to have that conversation.</p>

<p>The final month of ACC basketball has arrived, and both UNC basketball and NC State basketball are in action. NC State is on the road at Virginia, and the game is a major opportunity for NC State to move into the top four of the ACC. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio point out that UNC basketball continues to look out of sync, and Giglio questions where UNC is getting the most out of their players right now, especially their bench.</p> <p>Also, more of the top stories during the Daily Checkdown. </p>

<p>After back-to-back losses, UNC basketball is entering 'must win' territory, and a win against Wake Forest on Tuesday night would go a long way to helping them out. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio point out that they can start to turn the corner and get on the same page.</p> <p>Bridget Condon of the NFL Network joined the show to breakdown Super Bowl LVII, and if the Patrick Mahomes could do enough against the Philadelphia Eagles' defense. </p>

<p>Cooper's Hill Cheese Rolling champion Abby Lampe recently completed the Krispy Kreme Challenge in Downtown Raleigh, NC and NC State. Lampe shared the physical differences between the two, which is more difficult, and what her next potential challenge could be.</p> <p>Also, during #HeyJoe, questions were asked about UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis and what his future looks like as the Tar Heels' head coach.</p>

<p>Coming off a big win over UNC basketball, Duke basketball suffered a big loss on the road to No. 19 Miami, 81-59. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss how they weren't surprised Duke lost, but are a bit surprised that they were blown out. </p> <p>At the Super Bowl, Philadelphia Eagles edge-rusher Hassan Reddick was asked about not re-signing with the Carolina Panthers. Reddick said that he didn't want to test free-agency. Joe Ovies says that as much blame as former head coach Matt Rhule deserves, the front office also needs to bear some responsibility for recent struggles.</p>

<p>During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss the process of the ice rink setup getting underway at Carter-Finley Stadium for the Stadium Series game between the Washington Capitals & the Carolina Hurricanes. </p> <p>Also, the conversations about the Super Bowl and college basketball continued, including how college coaches are still complaining about officiating. </p>

<p>Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio open up the phone lines to listeners to weigh in on NC State, UNC, and Duke basketball with NC State being ranked at No. 22, UNC struggling against Duke and head coach Hubert Davis complaining about the lack of free throw attempts, and Duke earning a win over rival UNC.</p> <p>Ovies & Giglio discuss the vibe of Cameron Indoor for the game between Duke & UNC, and said that it was just another basketball game in the rivalry without any other storylines, and the game delivered, and the atmosphere was great. </p>

<p>Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio answer #HeyJoe questions from listeners, including UNC basketball not reaching expectations, and NC State basketball being ranked nationally at No. 22. Also, NFL discussions, including new Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton talking with the media, including him saying QB Russell Wilson won't be allowed to have his private coaches in the facility.</p>

<p>After another close loss, this one 63-57 to Duke, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss how UNC basketball is struggling, and how it appears the players aren't playing to their roles, and how there doesn't seem to be any cohesion. </p> <p>Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss Syracuse Men's Basketball coach Jim Boeheim's comments about ACC coaches and programs 'buying teams' through the transfer portal and NIL deals. Ovies & Giglio say time has passed Boeheim by and that he needs to retire.</p>

<p>During the Daily Checkdown, Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss how both Duke and Carolina can gain an advantage on the court, but also the current state of the rivalry. Plus, Duke women's basketball coach Kara Lawson is upset at FSU and The ACC, alleging a men's ball being used during a game. And who should the Carolina Panthers pursue at QB?</p> <p>Also, CL Brown of the News & Observer joined the show to break down UNC at Duke. </p>

<p>Bomani Jones of ESPN, and host of Game Theory on HBO, discusses the interview he had with social media star and boxer Jake Paul, and explains the back-and-forth the two had during the interview.</p> <p>Bomani also weighs in on Duke vs UNC, and how the Duke-Carolina rivalry will be forever changed.</p> <p>The Carolina Panthers are in need of a starting quarterback. Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio say that the Panthers should take a long look at Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr, as well as San Francisco 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo.</p>

<p>During #HeyJoe, a question was brought up about Duke women's basketball coach Kara Lawson and her comments about a men's ball being used in the first half of their game against Florida State earlier this week, and the response from the ACC.</p> <p>Also, Anita Marks of ESPN joined the show to offer some early betting options for the Super Bowl. </p>

<p>With UNC beating Duke in the Final Four in 2022, and at Cameron Indoor for Coach K's final home game, where does the rivalry stand going into the first matchup between the Blue Devils & Tar Heels? Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss the vibe going into Saturday's matchups.</p> <p>Newly named Carolina Panthers head football coach Frank Reich joined the show to talk about coming back to Charlotte and the Panthers organization, his thoughts on the current roster, and what he's looking forward to most with the team. Also, Ovies shares a story of the time he was at the Miami Hurricanes - Maryland Terrapins game that saw Reich throw six second half TDs.</p>

<p>Newly named Carolina Panthers head football coach Frank Reich joined the show to talk about coming back to Charlotte and the Panthers organization, his thoughts on the current roster, and what he's looking forward to most with the team. Also, Ovies shares a story of the time he was at the Miami Hurricanes - Maryland Terrapins game that saw Reich throw six second half TDs.</p> <p>Also, Georgia Tech men's basketball coach Josh Pastner stopped by ahead of Saturday's matchup against NC State. Pastner discusses the changing landscape of recruiting, his thoughts on the ACC as whole, and more.</p>

<p>Tate Frazier of Titus & Tate Podcast shared his thoughts on Jason Capel & Capel's tense relationship with UNC basketball, and how UNC basketball fans view Capel.</p> <p>Jeremy Markovich of the NC Rabbit Hole joined Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio to share what it was like spending time with Roy Cooper recently at a Carolina Hurricanes game, and how much of a diehard fan Cooper is of the Canes. </p>

<p>Joe Ovies & Joe Giglio discuss how NC State took care of business against the Florida State. The Wolfpack face Georgia Tech this weekend.</p> <p>Also, the Carolina Hurricanes crush the Buffalo Sabres, 5-1. </p>

<p>The drama between UNC basketball and former UNC player Jason Capel, and it showed after Pitt's 65-64 win over North Carolina. Capel, who is an assistant coach at Pitt under his brother, Jeff Capel, was irked by a social media post made by UNC before the game.</p>

<p>During What's Trending, Joe Ovies tells Joe Giglio that he feels this year's Duke basketball team has more fight to it than last year's team, even though last year's team may have had more talent, and it showed during Tuesday's win over Wake Forest basketball. </p> <p>Also during What's Trending, Matt Rhule has a lawsuit out against the Carolina Panthers and owner David Tepper, Army Football recruit Larry Pickett Jr. joined the show to discuss his commitment to West Point, Tom Brady, the Carolina Hurricanes, and more. </p>

<p>Wes Durham of the ACC Network & ESPN previewed UNC hosting Pitt, and NC State at home against Florida State. Durham warns that UNC basketball can't overlook Pitt with the rivalry matchup with Duke looming on Saturday.</p> <p>Wes Durham of the ACC Network & ESPN discussed the 2023 ACC Football schedule, and that coaches should want to have a difficult schedule because it means the strength of the league is better, and raises standards.</p> <p>Plus, Tom Brady has retired from the NFL ... again. Are we buying it? </p>