Episodes

Dec. 21, 2023

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Pittsburgh Penguins; NC State rallies back in second half

The Carolina Hurricanes return to action following their statement win against the Vegas Golden Knights as they travel to Pittsburgh to face the Penguins. Tim Donnelly breaks down the matchup, which players need to keep produ...
Dec. 21, 2023

No. 11 North Carolina defeats No. 7 Oklahoma; No. 21 Duke defeats No. 10 Baylor

Tim Donnelly breaks down No. 11 North Carolina’s statement 81-69 win over undefeated No. 7 Oklahoma in the Jumpman Invitational played in Charlotte. He discussed key moments of the game, a standout performance by guard RJ Dav...
Dec. 20, 2023

UNC vs. Oklahoma; Duke vs. Baylor; National Signing Day; Hurricanes light up Golden Knights

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly previews No. 11 North Carolina vs. No. 7 Oklahoma in the Jumpman Invitational, No. 21 Duke vs. No. 6 Baylor at Madison Square Garden, and discussed college football's National Signing Da...
Dec. 20, 2023

Should the Carolina Panthers keep Ejiro Evero as defensive coordinator for next season?

Tim Donnelly tackles the question that should be on Carolina Panthers fans’ minds: Should the team retain current defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero for next season? Tim engages in a comprehensive discussion, breaking down the...
Dec. 20, 2023

Confidence and concerns for our local ACC basketball teams; UNC's National Signing Day

Tim Donnelly and producer Graham Hill discuss their confidence and concerns for the local ACC basketball teams, including Wake Forest, NC State, UNC, and Duke. Also, with National Signing Day for college football taking place...
Dec. 20, 2023

Carolina Hurricanes dominate the defending Stanley Cup champions, the Vegas Golden Knights

Tim Donnelly breaks down the electrifying performance that led the Carolina Hurricanes to a stunning 6-3 victory against the defending Stanley Cup champions, the Vegas Golden Knights. Tim reviews the game-changing plays, stan...
Dec. 19, 2023

Can the Panthers build on their last win against Falcons; Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly discussed Sam Howell getting benched for Jacoby Brissett, the Carolina Panthers releasing Justin Houston pass-rusher Justin Houston, and the current AP top-25 men’s college basketball ra...
Dec. 19, 2023

How can the Carolina Panthers build off their win against the Atlanta Falcons?

Tim Donnelly discussed how the Carolina Panthers can build off their win against the Atlanta Falcons for the three remaining games this season. He dives into the winning formula that propelled the Panthers success. Tim breaks...
Dec. 19, 2023

The Carolina Hurricanes have to play well tonight against the defending Stanley Cup champions

Tim Donnelly provides a breakdown of the Carolina Hurricanes upcoming matchup against the defending Stanley Cup champions, the Vegas Golden Knights. Tim discussed the importance of the goaltending performance for Pyotr Kotche...
Dec. 19, 2023

We can now nitpick the Carolina Panthers 9-7 win against the Atlanta Falcons

Now that we’re over the happy feeling of the Carolina Panthers winning another game, Tim Donnelly nitpicks the 9-7 victory over the Falcons. From game-changing plays to the offense's performance, Tim reviews every aspect of t...
Dec. 18, 2023

NC State basketball must figure out their rotation; ACC basketball podium rankings

NC State basketball lost to No. 12 Tennessee, 79-70, that saw guard Kam Woods play in his first game of the season after the temporary restraining order against the NCAA allowed two-time transfer to play. Tim Donnelly discuss...
Dec. 18, 2023

Carolina Hurricanes waive Raanta, have to address goaltending

The Carolina Hurricanes over the weekend placed goalie Antti Raanta on waivers, sending him down to Chicago Wolves of the AHL, and called up rookie goalie Yaniv Perets to back up Pyotr Kochetkov. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox dis...
Dec. 18, 2023

NC State football lands Jordan Waters from transfer portal; UNC basketball falls to Kentucky basketball

In breaking news, NC State football landed a running back in the transfer portal in graduate senior Jordan Waters from Duke football. Tim Donnelly points out how NC State Wolfpack coach Dave Doeren has been landing key pieces...
Dec. 18, 2023

Carolina Panthers EARNED their 9-7 win over Atlanta Falcons

Tim Donnelly says that even though the game wasn't pretty, the Carolina Panthers earned their 9-7 win over the Atlanta Falcons, and that Bryce Young, and the Panthers defense made the key plays when they needed to down the st...
Dec. 15, 2023

UNC vs. Kentucky; NC State vs. Tennessee; Falcons vs. Panthers; Hurricanes vs. Predators

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly discussed No. 9 North Carolina vs. No. 14 Kentucky in the CBS Sports Classic, NC State vs. No. 12 Tennessee in the Basketball Hall of Fame Game, and Thursday night football's impact on t...
Dec. 15, 2023

Breaking boundaries with Duke Football's new head coach Manny Diaz

Tim Donnelly discussed the future of Duke football with the Blue Devils' newly appointed head coach, Manny Diaz. Tim discussed with Coach Diaz his vision, strategies, and plan for elevating Duke football to new heights. From ...
Dec. 15, 2023

Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers: The bar has been set low for Bryce Young

Tim Donnelly explained at this point in the season, the bar has been set super low for Panthers quarterback Bryce Young regarding his in-game performance. Tim continues to advocate how all he'd like to see is some improvement...
Dec. 15, 2023

Carolina Hurricanes claw back in road trip to defeat Red Wings in tight battle

Tim Donnelly discussed how the Carolina Hurricanes clawed their way back from a rough road trip to snatch a 2-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings last night. The Canes, who stumbled through the first four games of their six-...
Dec. 14, 2023

Dysfunction has led to selfishness with Carolina Panthers

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox express their concerns and share their confidence when it comes to the Carolina Panthers, including how the dysfunction of the franchise has stemmed for selfishness, and how personal agendas will lik...
Dec. 14, 2023

Carolina Panthers don't know how to handle their stars; Cam Newton comments

After recent comments by former Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton about how the Panthers mishandled former RB Christian McCaffrey, Tim Donnelly points out how the Carolina Panthers historically have mishandled their star player...
Dec. 14, 2023

Carolina Hurricanes must find consistency in goal, style of play

Tim Donnelly says the Carolina Hurricanes need to find consistency, not just on the scoreboard with wins, but by consistently playing their style of play, and goaltending. Tim also points out the production of Dmitry Orlov & ...
Dec. 14, 2023

NC State football is filling their needs via the transfer portal

Tim Donnelly discusses how NC State football is filling their needs on offense with players through the transfer portal, including Coastal Carolina QB Grayson McCall. Tim points out that the Wolfpack could still look to add a...
Dec. 13, 2023

Rebuilding the Carolina Panthers - how long will it take?

How long will it take for the Carolina Panthers to rebuild their organization and be a competitive football team again. Tim Donnelly says much of that depends on who the next head coach, and possibly new GM are going to be, b...
Dec. 13, 2023

Where can Bryce Young Improve?; Drake Maye's NFL Draft stock

During Hit It & Quit It, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the biggest sports stories, including UNC QB Drake Maye's NFL Draft projections and if he might be the third QB drafted in the 2024 NFL Draft, the development of Caro...