Episodes

Sept. 14, 2023

Even with recent NCAA decisions regarding UNC, is there any way Tez can play this year?

Adam Smith, Inside Carolina, on Mack Brown’s response to the NCAA and what’s next for Tez Walker. Is Mack Brown is a sticky situation now that they UNC is asking against what they once asked FOR? Because of August 8th, there’s been a million layers that have been unravelling. Where are we at now and what else might come about? What’s NCAA’s argument to everything? How does Adam believe UNC did against Appalachian State? How have they looked in their last two games? What does he anticipate for t...
Sept. 13, 2023

WHICH college football teams are looking to be the “best” this season?

Chip Patterson, CBS Sports, talks about which schools have been looking most impressive and which have not. An ACC vs Big Ten weekend! Which schools are they predicting will come away with wins? What is Mack Brown REALLY saying, with his recent statements about not wanting to play App State anymore?? How does Chip feel about Mack’s statements? Adam and Chip breakdown each schools and where they think their potentials are thus far. Also, which schools have the right to be throwing around shade, ...
Sept. 13, 2023

It’s almost Canes hockey season again!

Tripp Tracy, Carolina Hurricanes PxP, brings a familiar voice to get us geared up for the upcoming season 2023-24! What is Tripp most excited about with this roster? Vegas has the Canes set at a favorite to win the Stanley Cup. How does Tripp think the guys will handle this continued pressure? How does Tripp see the goalie situation playing out? And if they all stay healthy, will Pyotr Kochetkov get moved to the minors? What does Tripp take away from the Carolina Hurricanes keeping all three of...
Sept. 13, 2023

Four weeks from today…..Canes and Senators at PNC Arena!!

Carolina Hurricanes preseason is right around the corner! -Best blue line in the sport -Same 3-headed goalie monster -Grittiness in Michael Bunting -Get the feeling that we’re going to see a ferocious Svechnikov. Also, the war of words between UNC and the NCAA has been taken up a notch… Mack Brown was the most pointed…. "the NCAA has failed Tez and his family and I’ve lost all faith in its ability to lead and govern our sport. They’ve messed so many things up as it relates to college foot...
Sept. 13, 2023

Is NC A&T throwing shade at NCCU…AFTER they beat them…???

Trei Oliver, NCCU Head Football Coach, on the their season kicking off and what we can anticipate this upcoming season. What did NC A&T’s head football coach say on social media that has Coach Oliver fired up? Have these colleges “sold out”? What has been some struggles for Coach Oliver when it comes to scheduling? What does Coach Oliver think about Tez Walker and the recent decision from the NCAA?
Sept. 12, 2023

It's a "Top 5/Bottom 5" Tuesday: post NFL Week 1!

Do you agree? What would you change? Here's Adam's Top 5 Bottom 5 from Week 1 in the NFL: 5-Detroit…were they really better than the Chiefs? Was Goff that good? They won – IN KC…..vs Seattle 4-Green Bay….clockwork in Chicago….at Atlanta 3-Dallas….wasn’t looking great on that opening drive and Dak was just okay….NYJ 2-Miami….super fun game and Tua went for nearly 450 yards…at Pats 1-SF….I still think the Steelers might be good….at Rams 28-Carolina….I think they have a smaller margin for err...
Sept. 12, 2023

Can you actually SEE an Achilles tear??

Dr. Selene Parekh, Orthopaedic Surgeon, on Aaron Rodgers and his injury from Monday night against the Chicago Bears. What is the impact of artificial surfaces on these types of injuries? What increases the rick of potential injuries? Are all Achilles tear the same? Is there an upper, lower, more severe type of tear? Dr. Parekh makes an assumption on what could be wrong with Aaron Rodgers. How much of his earlier calf strain could’ve contributed to this newer injury? Is this something that would...
Sept. 12, 2023

Legally speaking, are there any grounds for UNC towards the NCAA?

Marc Edelman, Sports Ethics Director/Law Professor, on the decision to not allow Tez Walker to play this year and the legal side of everything. Tez isn’t allowed to play this year, but he can next year, how long could either of these avenues take to resolve if UNC went to court? Is there a lawsuit Tez Walker can file? Marc explains both the textbook answer and a reality answer. What could Tez do to expedite a lawsuit settlement? These changes that made Tez ineligible happened two days AFTER he ...
Sept. 12, 2023

What should the NY Jets game plan be now?

Michael Lombardi, The Daily Coach, on his thoughts with where the Jet’s thought process should be going now without Rodgers as their QB. What should the Jets do, or have done, if Michael were making the calls? Is there anyone out there who could be an upgrade for Zach Wilson as QB, or is he the best bet? Who’s been at their practices alongside Zach? Are we drafting QB’s too early in their career and then rushing them along, which creates a self fulfilling prophecy? What does Michael mean by “se...
Sept. 11, 2023

Hyper-focusing on the quarterback position with former East Carolina head coach Steve Logan

Steve Logan, former East Carolina head coach, and now host of "The Logan Zone" joined Adam to focus on the quarterback position. They review Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young's performance in game one of the season. They also discuss North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye's future in the league.
Sept. 11, 2023

Should we be talking about Alabama the same way we talk about Clemson?

Micheal Felder, a college football analyst joined Adam to recap week two of the college football season. They discussed whether Alabama and Clemson deserve to be discussed in the same matter due to something missing on their rosters. They also discussed if there's anything North Carolina can do at this point in regard to Tez Walker and more.
Sept. 11, 2023

Will Brinson's reaction Monday to week one of the NFL season

Will Brinson, CBS Sports, provides insight after the first Sunday of the new NFL season. Some of the games discussed were the Dallas Cowboys' 40-0 shutout over the New York Giants, and if we know anything about the Cowboys' offense. Also, what are his takeaways from other games across the league?
Sept. 11, 2023

Carolina Panthers have some mistakes they need to clean up after loss to Falcons

Adam discussed how yesterday's 24-10 loss to the Atlanta Falcons was not the way to start the season for the Carolina Panthers. Quarterback Bryce Young didn't look great at times, but you must consider that he was not helped much at all. Adam also reviewed NC State's loss to Notre Dame and North Carolina's double overtime win against App State.
Sept. 8, 2023

The NC State offense needs to show improvement against No. 10 Notre Dame tomorrow

Cory Smith, the editor of Pack Pride, joined Adam to preview NC State's home opener against No. 10 Notre Dame at noon tomorrow. Cory discussed how he views the match-up playing out, and what are the important factors for the Wolfpack. Cory also shared his view on UNC wide receiver Tez Walker's situation.
Sept. 8, 2023

North Carolina WR Tez Walker denied eligibility by the NCAA for the 2023 season

Luke DeCock, News & Observer joined Adam to discuss the matter of Tez Walker being denied eligibility by the NCAA for this season. Luke believes there are appeal and waiver processes in place for a situation similar to Walker's. He also shared if he's buying into North Carolina after their win against South Carolina.
Sept. 8, 2023

What we learned from Lions-Chiefs game and looking ahead to the first NFL weekend

John Breech, CBS Sports joined Adam to recap the Detroit Lions' 21-20 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. He shares what the game told us about both teams as we look ahead into the season. He also discussed how he views the NFC South playing out this year.
Sept. 8, 2023

Carolina Hurricanes Jordan Martinook to host R&D Brewing "Marty Party!" beer release party tomorrow

Carolina Hurricanes Left Wing, Jordan Martinook joined Adam to discuss the release party of his new Mexican Larger "Marty Party." The event will take place at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard and will feature food trucks, and three bands. Ticket sales end soon and can be purchased through the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rd-marty-party-beer-release-party-w-jordan-martinook-four-founders-band-tickets-689294226587?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sept. 8, 2023

The Carolina Panthers begin their season on the road against the Atlanta Falcons

Michael Rothstein, Atlanta Falcons ESPN Reporter joined Adam to preview the divisional matchup between the Carolina Panthers and the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday. Michael provides insight from the Falcons' perspective and shares key players to watch for on the roster. He also discussed how the Panthers shouldn't be counted out from winning the NFC South.
Sept. 7, 2023

Mike Maniscalco enters his fourth season as the Carolina Hurricanes play-by-play commentator

Mike Maniscalco is about to begin year four as the play-by-play commentator for the Carolina Hurricanes on Bally Sports and on 99.9FM The Fan. Mike will be joined on the broadcast by analyst Tripp Tracy, along with Hurricanes Live host Hanna Yates, and analyst Shane Willis. Mike shares with Adam how grateful he is to be working with a fantastic crew and continuing to live out his dream. He also previews the upcoming season for the Hurricanes.
Sept. 7, 2023

What to know when betting on Lions-Chiefs game and the NFL this season

Lamarr Mitchell, MGM Resorts, joined Adam to discuss how much the news of Travis Kelce potentially being out against the Lions, impacted the line for the game tonight. He explained if it's unusual for a two-point swing to occur when a player other than a quarterback possibly being out. He also discussed if there was anything better for the sportsbooks this off-season than Aaron Rodgers ending up with the Jets.
Sept. 7, 2023

The ACC needs their football schools to live up to their standards this season

Danny Kanell, former Florida State football player, now a member of CBS Sports joined Adam to discuss the expectations of the league after a successful showing in week one. He feels that the conference has been criticized for its lack of talented teams, but in two nationally televised games, Florida State and UNC represented well. Now, it's up to the other schools to do their part.
Sept. 7, 2023

How much stock should we put into Clemson's loss against Duke in week one?

Grace Raynor, The Athletic, covered Clemson for a long time and joined Adam to discuss if we should be making more out of Clemson's loss to Duke than we are. She explained how this Clemson Tigers team needs to come out in the first game of the season and score some style points after the offense has struggled in past seasons. She also discussed how we need to see more out of quarterback Cade Klubnik. Also, Preseason All-ACC wide receiver Tez Walker met with a virtual committee from the NCAA tod...
Sept. 7, 2023

How much does Travis Kelce absence impact the Chiefs against the Lions?

Since the opening night of the NFL takes place tonight, Adam is joined by Will Brinson, Senior NFL writer for CBS Sports, Pick 6 Podcast, to preview the Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs. Since Travis Kelce will most likely be ruled out after hyperextending his knee, how does this affect Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense? Will also shares his thoughts on the Brian Burns contract situation with the Carolina Panthers.
Sept. 6, 2023

Can the Atlanta Braves make the MLB postseason in 2023?

With 90 wins and 40 losses overall for the season, the Atlanta Braves find themselves on the verge of clinching a playoff spot by Friday. With a talented lineup and a strong bullpen, the Braves are certainly contenders for this postseason. Greg McAuley, 929TheGame in Atlanta, joined Adam to discuss the Braves' playoff chances, their strengths and weaknesses, and what they need to continue to do to reach October.