Episodes

The Carolina Panthers and owner David Tepper have fired head coach Frank Reich after just 11 games as the Panthers head coach. Reich was 1-10. Tim Donnelly reacts to the firing of Reich, special teams coordinator Chris Tabor becoming interim head coach with Jim Caldwell being special advisor. Tim points out how much of the problems of the Carolina Panthers fall on owner David Tepper for continuing to get it wrong, and that David Tepper still hasn't learned how to be an owner in the NFL.

NC State football finished the regular season 9-3 after defeating UNC football, 39-20, at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, NC. Tim Donnelly points out how NC State football coach Dave Doeren isn't afraid to talk trash about North Carolina football, and it clearly shows from how Dave Doeren talks about NC State fans vs UNC fans.

Duke head football coach Mike Elko was hired to take the vacant head coaching job with Texas A&M football. Elko previously served as the defensive coordinator at Texas A&M from 2018-2021 under former coach Jimbo Fisher. Tim Donnelly points at the continued double-standard of head coaches being able to freely move to different job, but that players are restricted.

The Carolina Panthers and owner David Tepper have fired head coach Frank Reich after just 11 games as the Panthers head coach. Reich was 1-10. Tim Donnelly reacts to the firing of Reich, special teams coordinator Chris Tabor becoming interim head coach with Jim Caldwell being special advisor. Also fired were running backs coach Deuce Staley, and quarterback coach Josh McCown. Is GM Scott Fitterer the next to be fired? Who should be the next head coach of the Carolina Panthers, and who would be w...

The Carolina Panthers and owner David Tepper have fired head coach Frank Reich after just 11 games as the Panthers head coach. Reich was 1-10. Tim Donnelly reacts to the firing of Reich, special teams coordinator Chris Tabor becoming interim head coach with Jim Caldwell being special advisor. Tim points out how much of the problems of the Carolina Panthers fall on owner David Tepper for continuing to get it wrong.

Can Wake Forest football find a way to beat Syracuse football despite not being eligible to make a bowl game? Will Duke football be able to look past the conversations about head coach Mike Elko possibly leaving for another job to close out their year with a win at home vs Pitt football? How will NC State football and UNC football handle the emotions of a rivalry game when they face each other at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, NC?

NC State football vs UNC football is strength-on-strength with the Wolfpack defense, led by Payton Wilson, going against the Tar Heel offense, led by QB Drake Maye. Former NC State football QB Mike Glennon discusses with Tim Donnelly what it's like playing in the rivalry, and how Brennan Armstrong of NC State football and UNC QB Drake Maye will impact the game for their respective teams. Glennon also offers some insight on Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young and his development.

The Carolina Panthers dropped to 1-9 on the season after a 33-10 loss as home to the Dallas Cowboys. There are questions about head coach Frank Reich and if he's on the 'hot seat' and may potentially be fired. Tim Donnelly says a loss to the 3-7 Tennessee Titans would be far worse for Reich, Bryce Young, and the Carolina Panthers. Tim Donnelly points out that the schedule is not the toughest in the NFL for the Panthers moving forward, which could possibly allow Bryce Young to play in close game...

Tim Donnelly gives credit to Duke basketball and head coach Jon Scheyer for scheduling two tough opponents early in the season, allowing the Blue Devils to learn their weaknesses, allowing them to adjust appropriately early in the year. Also, sports topics and conversations to avoid at the Thanksgiving dinner table.

During Cop or Drop, Dennis Cox poses questions to Tim Donnelly about the Carolina Panthers, the firing of Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada, if Florida State football can make it to the College Football Playoff after the season ending injury to Jordan Travis, and more.

Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young doesn't have much around him when it comes to protection from the offensive line, or great skill players, but Tim Donnelly points out that Young can perform better. Donnelly points that Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes didn't have great stats vs the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night football, and the skill players dropped a lot of passes, but that Mahomes still looked like the best player on the field. If the Carolina Panthers move on from head coach Fran...

NC State football and UNC football are both 8-3 going into their rivalry matchup. Tim Donnelly points that NC State and head coach Dave Doeren have the most to gain from a win over North Carolina and head coach Mack Brown. Plus, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox put on their tin foil hats as they go through conspiracy theories of where Duke football coach Mike Elko could be headed for a potential new job.

NC State football improved to 8-3 after defeating Virginia Tech, 35-28, which saw QB Brennan Armstrong account for four touchdowns (2 passing, 2 rushing). Tim Donnelly says the Wolfpack are rallying through adversity and behind Armstrong as they get ready for a rivalry matchup with UNC football.

After a loss on the road at Virginia football, Tim Donnelly wonders if Duke football's loss to UVA football is a result of being 'distracted' by the potential of head coach Mike Elko taking a job at Texas A&M football, or Michigan State football. Also, the Carolina Hurricanes are in search of consistency after a 4-2 win on Saturday over the Pittsburgh Penguins.

The North Carolina Tar Heels lost to Clemson football, 31-20, despite UNC football and QB Drake Maye being a better team for much of the game. Also, UNC football head coach Mack Brown discusses the state of the program when it comes to the transfer portal. The Carolina Panthers dropped to 1-9 on the season after a 33-10 loss as home to the Dallas Cowboys. Tim Donnelly says the confidence level in Bryce Young can't rise because he's caught in a bad situation with a porous offensive line, and lac...

The Carolina Panthers dropped to 1-9 on the season after a 33-10 loss as home to the Dallas Cowboys. There are questions about head coach Frank Reich and if he's on the 'hot seat' and may potentially be fired. Tim Donnelly says the problems go beyond Frank Reich, but feels Reich's days might be numbered if owner David Tepper wants to move on to a different coach to QB Bryce Young. Tim Donnelly points out that in the six seasons that David Tepper has been the owner, the Carolina Panthers have ha...

During the Starting Five, Tim Donnelly discussed the news from UNC football spokesperson Jemery Sharpe that head coach Mack Brown is not retiring, Jaycee Horn being ruled out for the upcoming game against the Dallas Cowboys, and the Carolina Hurricanes vs. the Pittsburgh Penguins tomorrow night. Also, all three ACC teams are in action for basketball tonight. Plus, is Panthers head coach Frank Reich now coaching for his job against the Cowboys on Sunday?

The Carolina Panthers' defense better buckle up this Sunday as they take on an explosive Dallas Cowboys offense. Defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero spoke with the media and described how the Cowboys' offense can dictate the coverage they face. Tim Donnelly shares what the Panthers have to do to stop the offense. Also, the North Carolina Tar Heels take on the Clemson Tigers in a crucial ACC matchup tomorrow at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina. The Tar Heels are currently 8-2 overall an...

The Duke Blue Devils will face off against the Virginia Cavaliers in Charlottesville in their final ACC road game. Both teams are looking to end their season on a high note, as Duke is looking to bounce back after their double overtime loss to North Carolina last weekend. Tim Donnelly explains how significant this game is for the Blue Devils' confidence, but also head coach Mike Elko. Also, the NC State Wolfpack takes on the Virginia Tech Hokies in a pivotal ACC matchup tomorrow at Lane Stadium...

The Dallas Cowboys take on the Carolina Panthers this Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in a crucial evaluation game for head coach Frank Reich. The Cowboys are second in the NFC East, while the Panthers are last in the NFC South. After Reich announced earlier in the week that he’d be taking back over the play-calling responsibilities, Tim Donnely explains how he could be coaching for his job this Sunday. Also, UNC football spokesperson Jeremy Sharpe recently addressed the rumors of head coach ...

The Carolina Hurricanes lost the Philadelphia Flyers, 3-1, and there are concerns about the Canes being 9-7 through 16 games. Tim Donnelly points out how leaders on the team like Jordan Staal and Jordan Martinook, along with head coach Rod Brind-Amour, have question the consistency and 'buy-in' of the team. Also, will Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper be patient enough to properly build a sustainable, winning team?

Duke football head coach Mike Elko is the betting favorite to be the next head coach of Texas A&M football to replace Jimbo Fisher. Duke must have a sit-down conversation with Mike Elko about the possibility of taking the Texas A&M job to see if they can keep Elko, and also to prepare themselves to make sure they have the next coach in case Elko does leave. Also, which NFL team drafting high in the 2024 NFL Draft is best for for UNC QB Drake Maye?

Carolina Panthers EDGE/OLB Brian Burns is ranked as the No. 1 potential NFL free agent in 2024 by ESPN. Tim Donnelly says that the Carolina Panthers have to make sure Burns doesn't reach free agency, whether it's a long-term contract, franchise tag, or potentially a trade.

Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich is taking back over play-calling duties from offensive coordinator Thomas Brown after turning the duties over three games ago. Tim Donnelly points that Frank Reich is coaching for his job, and that owner David Tepper is influencing decisions.