The Drive with Tim Donnelly

The Drive with Tim Donnelly

The Drive with Tim Donnelly airs weekdays 3-6pm on 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh, North Carolina. Clips are published every evening after the show.

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Carolina Panthers must create havoc against Tampa Bay

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss the keys to the Carolina Panthers' game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, particularly creating havoc on the defensive side of the ball.

00:14:07
Dec 19, 2025 6:6 PM
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How will NC State basketball respond after Will Wade’s latest rant?

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss NC State basketball’s upcoming matchup with Ole Miss in the Greensboro Challenge, and whether the Wolfpack will respond to their coach’s latest strong comments questioning their effort.

00:11:15
Dec 19, 2025 6:5 PM
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BREAKING: Seth Trimble to return for UNC basketball against Ohio State

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren react to the breaking news that guard Seth Trimble will return for the North Carolina Tar Heels for their game against Ohio State.

00:06:58
Dec 19, 2025 6:4 PM
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Carolina Panthers need to let Jaycee Horn cover Mike Evans

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Panthers must limit Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans as much as possible with first place in the NFC South on the line.

00:11:39
Dec 18, 2025 6:28 PM
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Bill Belichick and UNC football documentary with Pat Welter of WRAL Sports

Tim Donnelly & Pat Welter of WRAL Sports discuss the first season of UNC football under North Carolina football head coach Bill Belichick and the coverage and criticism that surrounded the Tar Heels.

00:10:43
Dec 18, 2025 6:26 PM
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NC State basketball coach Will Wade lights up his team after win

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how NC State basketball coach Will Wade called out his team after their 108-72 win over Texas Southern.

00:13:25
Dec 18, 2025 6:24 PM
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Carolina Panthers need to rediscover their run game

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how the Carolina Panthers and head coach Dave Canales need to get their running game with Rico Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard back to playing at a high level to alleviate pressure off of Bryce Young.

00:15:01
Dec 17, 2025 6:27 PM
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2026 ACC Football schedule is a complete disaster

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the 2026 ACC football schedule where five schools where only play eight conference games, including UNC football, but how the remaining 12 teams will play nine games in conference.

00:12:48
Dec 17, 2025 6:25 PM
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Carolina Hurricanes can finally figure out who they are this season

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour is finally getting a glimpse of what the team can be as players are returning from injury, and if Pyotr Kochetkov can be the team's No. 2 goalie behind Brandon Bussi.

00:09:23
Dec 17, 2025 6:23 PM
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Why can't the Carolina Panthers win as favorites?

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' NFL-record 12 straight losses as favorites, and try to get to the bottom of why Carolina can't seem to get it done when expected to win.

00:12:16
Dec 16, 2025 6:1 PM
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Sebastian Aho's five-game cold streak is not cause for concern

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss Sebastian Aho's five-game pointless streak, and why they're not concerned about the recent lack of stat-sheet production.

00:12:20
Dec 16, 2025 5:58 PM
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Jaccob Slavin returns as Carolina Hurricanes win third straight shootout

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren react to the Carolina Hurricanes’ current hot streak, which includes three straight shootout wins, Brandon Bussi’s historic start, and the return of franchise defenseman Jaccob Slavin.

00:09:18
Dec 15, 2025 6:4 PM
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Questions remain about Bryce Young as Carolina Panthers' rollercoaster season continues

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss Bryce Young's performance in the latest Panthers loss, a crucial one on the road against New Orleans. While the loss doesn't fall solely on the quarterback, could Young have done more to keep Carolina in the driver's seat to win the division?

00:11:24
Dec 15, 2025 5:25 PM
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Lack of consistency bites the Carolina Panthers again in tough loss to Saints

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren break down the Carolina Panthers' latest loss to the New Orleans Saints- why has Carolina struggled to put a consistent effort on the field each week, and will this loss be the nail in the coffin for their playoff hopes?

00:09:36
Dec 15, 2025 5:24 PM
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Expectations have changed for the Carolina Panthers

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss how expectations have changed for the Carolina Panthers after the team has taken sole possession of first place in the NFC South with four weeks to go in the regular season.

00:10:40
Dec 12, 2025 5:59 PM
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Freddie Kitchens fired after one season as UNC football's offensive coordinator

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren discuss UNC football moving on from offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens. Where did it go wrong for the Tar Heels this season, and how should they approach hiring Kitchens' replacement?

00:07:57
Dec 12, 2025 5:58 PM
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Could Brandon Bussi be the unexpected hero of the Carolina Hurricanes' season?

Tim Donnelly & Max Goren break down the Carolina Hurricanes' latest win, which marks goaltender Brandon Bussi's 10th win in his first 11 NHL starts. Could he be the unexpected hero that leads the Canes over the hump?

00:08:29
Dec 12, 2025 5:57 PM
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Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young will be judged heavily that last four weeks

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales will be judged heavily on how well they perform down the stretch.

00:10:48
Dec 11, 2025 6:11 PM
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Carolina Hurricanes are leaning on Brandon Bussi in net

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes and head coach Rod Brind'Amour turning to Brandon Bussi in goal for a second straight game as they face the Washington Capitals.

00:08:45
Dec 11, 2025 6:10 PM
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NC State basketball still has a long way to reaching their potential

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how NC State basketball smashed Liberty basketball, 85-45, but how head coach Will Wade is still looking for his team to play at their max.

00:10:30
Dec 11, 2025 6:8 PM
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Carolina Panthers can lean on their star players down the stretch

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss where the Carolina Panthers and head coach Dave Canales can lean on his star players against the New Orleans Saints as they try to win the NFC South title.

00:10:10
Dec 10, 2025 6:32 PM
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Is Brandon Bussi the No. 1 goalie for the Carolina Hurricanes?

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes beating the Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-1, including how Brandon Bussi is showing to be the best goalie for head coach Rod Brind'Amour.

00:11:10
Dec 10, 2025 6:31 PM
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Is Brandon Bussi the No. 1 goalie for the Carolina Hurricanes?

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes beating the Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-1, including how Brandon Bussi is showing to be the best goalie for head coach Rod Brind'Amour.

00:11:10
Dec 10, 2025 6:31 PM
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The Carolina Panthers must find a pass rush

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the area of focus on defense for the Carolina Panthers to improve if they want to win the NFC South over Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

00:09:41
Dec 9, 2025 6:27 PM
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The Carolina Hurricanes are struggling to score

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes going through a scoring drought overall as a team, and how top guys like Andrei Svechnikov aren't scoring enough.

00:12:36
Dec 9, 2025 6:25 PM
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