Episodes

ESPN's Pete Thamel said recently that North Carolina would be the most attractive school in the ACC for conference expansion to the SEC or the Big Ten. Tim Donnelly says why UNC is the perfect school to be picked ahead of Clemson or Florida State. Also, REAL Bold Predictions for the sports weekend.

Tim Donnelly points to the Carolina Panthers' schedule late in the season, including Sunday's game at the New Orleans Saints, and how Carolina and QB Bryce Young need to find some positive moments to build off of going into the offseason.

Tim Donnelly says that individual players might need to be called out on the Carolina Hurricanes after Rod Brind'Amour said multiple players are not 'pulling their weight' after a 3-2 loss to the Calgary Flames. Donnelly also says the team needs to look for help at goalie, but problems go beyond just what's in net.

Duke football appears to be finalizing a deal according to multiple reports with Penn State defensive coordinator, and former Miami football coach, Manny Diaz to be the next head coach of the Blue Devils. Also, MJ Rice made his debut for NC State basketball, which added a boost for the Wolfpack. Also, NC State football linebacker Payton Wilson was awarded the Dick Butkus award as the nations top collegiate linebacker.

Tim Donnelly says the top players for the Carolina Hurricanes - Sebastian Aho, Andrei Svechnikov, Seth Jarvis, among others - need to elevate their play on a consistent basis, and that the top players didn't show up during a 6-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers. Donnelly points out that Rod Brind'Amour was quick to point out how the top players weren't ready to play right from puck drop. Tim Donnelly points out that it might be time for the Carolina Hurricanes to make a move in net. Plus, Cons & Cons...

The Carolina Panthers are the definition of dysfunction, and an article by The Athletic cited sources breaking down the lack of communication in the organization with several staff members going to GM Scott Fitterer and owner David Tepper with complaints about the offense under former head coach Frank Reich, and about how the team is developing rookie QB Bryce Young. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how many within the Carolina Panthers organization are pointing fingers, but no one is offering ...

The Carolina Panthers are the definition of dysfunction, and an article by The Athletic cited sources breaking down the lack of communication in the organization with several staff members going to GM Scott Fitterer and owner David Tepper with complaints about the offense under former head coach Frank Reich, and about how the team is developing rookie QB Bryce Young. Tim Donnelly also points to the recent struggles of Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell, and how the final stretch of the season i...

UNC basketball didn't get enough depth scoring outside of Armando Bacot, Harrison Ingram, and RJ Davis in a 87-76 loss to UCONN basketball at Madison Square Garden in the Jimmy V Classic. Tim Donnelly said that North Carolina needs to develop more depth, and that Hubert Davis doesn't fully trust his whole roster as of yet. Duke football is currently the only Power 5 college football program that doesn't have a head coach, and Tim Donnelly says that every day they don't have a head coach is anoth...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the early part of the college basketball season, including sharing their concerns about, and where confidence lies with ACC basketball schools in the State of North Carolina, including Duke basketball, Wake Forest basketball, NC State basketball, and UNC basketball, including thoughts on North Carolina basketball losing to UCONN basketball.

During Cop or Drop, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if the Carolina Hurricanes need to make a move to address their struggling goalie play, the top-10 men's college basketball matchup between UNC basketball and UConn basketball, and what's next for the Duke football coaching search. Also, more on NC State Athletic Director Boo Corrigan and the College Football Playoff, and if ACC schools should be mad at Corrigan for Florida State football being left out of the CFP.

Tim Donnelly says the College Football Playoff selection committee clearly got it wrong by leaving out Florida State football from the CFP despite going 13-0 and winning the ACC Championship, and that being another day removed from the situation doesn't make it feel any better. Tim says the injury to FSU quarterback Jordan Travis should not factor into the decision making by the committee's decision to leave out FSU for Alabama football or Texas football because both of those schools have losses...

The Carolina Hurricanes have struggled in goal for much of the season, and Dennis Cox & Tim Donnelly point to the advanced numbers to show the Hurricanes are getting below average play from their goalies. Should the Carolina Hurricanes make a trade for a goalie? Much of that depends on the health of Frederik Andersen.

The Carolina Panthers are in search for a new head coach after firing head coach Frank Reich. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the rumor of Michigan football head coach Jim Harbaugh as being the next head coach of the Panthers, which picked up when Harbaugh was recently seen in the Charlotte, NC area. Also, Tim Donnelly has a suggestion for people posting single clips of Bryce Young on social media and making blanket statements about the QB.

What's the future of ACC football after Florida State was left out of the College Football Playoff, despite going 13-0 and winning the ACC? Tim Donnelly wonders if Florida State will use the lack of ACC's reputation as a way to push their way out of the conference, or possibly raise more funds as a way to buy their way out of the ACC Grant-of-Rights.

Duke men's basketball dropped to No. 22 in the men's college basketball rankings after losing on the road at both Arkansas basketball, and ACC foe Georgia Tech basketball. Tim Donnelly points to where Duke coach Jon Scheyer needs to assess and reevaluate his team through the early part of the season. UNC basketball is up to No. 9 in the AP Top 25 after picking up wins over Tennessee basketball, and vs. Florida State basketball, showing both their high potential, but also low potential. Also, NC ...

Tim Donnelly says the College Football Playoff selection committee clearly got it wrong by leaving out Florida State football from the CFP despite going 13-0 and winning the ACC Championship. Tim says the injury to FSU quarterback Jordan Travis should not factor into the decision making by the committee's decision to leave out FSU for Alabama football or Texas football because both of those schools have losses. Also, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox reveal their first version of 'The Podium' featuring ...

The Carolina Panthers and Bryce Young failed to convert on 3rd & 1 and 4th & 1 late in the game as the Panthers lose 21-18 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first game under interim head coach Chris Tabor. Tim Donnelly points out that nothing seemed different under Tabor than it did with former head coach Frank Reich, and that the Carolina Panthers clearly lack any sort of explosive players on the team. The Carolina Panthers and Bryce Young failed to convert on 3rd & 1 and 4th & 1 late in the g...

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly discussed the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-4 loss to the New York Islanders last night, ACC Basketball heating up this weekend with some key conference matchups, and is it already too late for Duke as far as hiring a new head football coach? Also, Louisville will face Florida State tomorrow night in the ACC Championship game. Plus, what should we expect between the Carolina Panthers as they face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their first game since firing head coach...

The Carolina Panthers head to Tampa Bay to take on the Buccaneers in a week 13 NFC South showdown. Both teams are desperate for a win, with the Panthers looking to transition out of the Frank Reich era and the Buccaneers hoping to snap a two-game losing streak. Tim Donnelly discussed how the Panthers will look to get their season back on track now that Frank Reich is no longer the head coach. Also, the ACC basketball season is heating up as key conference matchups are taking place this weekend. ...

Last night, the Carolina Hurricanes fell to the New York Islanders 5-4 in overtime. There were some positives out of the Hurricanes, but there were some concerns, one being the goaltending. Tim Donelly recapped the game and discussed what the Hurricanes need to improve upon moving forward. Also, former Carolina Panthers tight end and current FOX analyst Greg Olsen has publicly expressed interest in the Panthers’ head coaching vacancy. While Olsen has no previous coaching experience, his deep kno...

The Carolina Panthers travel to Tampa Bay to face the Buccaneers in a crucial week 13 NFC South matchup. With the firing of head coach Frank Reich, all eyes will now turn to rookie quarterback Bryce Young, who continues to learn the ropes as the Panthers’ signal-caller. Tim Donnelly shared his expectations for Young this Sunday, as it’ll be his first game under interim head coach Chris Tabor. Also, the stage is set for the 2023 ACC Championship game in Charlotte, featuring the Louisville Cardina...

NC State QB MJ Morris is entering the transfer portal after two seasons with the Wolfpack and head coach Dave Doeren. MJ Morris elected to only play in four games this season after becoming the starter midway through the year over Brennan Armstrong, preserving a year of eligibility and redshirting the 2023 college football season. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the future of college football with the transfer portal, and how college programs might be finding their QBs in the portal as opposed...

With so many college football players entering the transfer portal, Tim Donnelly wonders if top Power 5 college football programs will recruit their starting quarterbacks strictly out of the transfer portal. Also, he wonders college football coaches are going to look at their rosters year-to-year more often.

No. 17 North Carolina defeated No. 10 Tennessee 100-92, in the ACC/SEC challenge. Tim Donnelly points out how UNC basketball played to their peak in the first half, but also showed signs of the team that missed the 2023 NCAA Tournament in the second half. No. 7 Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer is still learning how to coach his team on the road in tough environments, and it showed in a 80-75 loss at Arkansas basketball.