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NC State has fired Dave Doeren—and the Wolfpack face a defining decision. Could Philip Rivers be the answer, or should State pursue an experienced college head coach?David Glenn breaks down Doeren’s legacy, the timing of his midseason dismissal, and three possible directions for NC State’s coaching search: beloved Wolfpack quarterback Philip Rivers, a sitting head coach, or a prominent assistant ready for his opportunity.Doeren leaves as NC State’s winningest football coach, but without the breakthrough season Wolfpack fans wanted. DG examines the balance between sustained success and unmet expectations—and what history tells us about how high this program can climb.🏈 IN THIS EPISODE• Doeren’s legacy: accomplishments, missed opportunities, and his place in Wolfpack history• Philip Rivers: the appeal, the questions and the challenges of a college transition• Sitting head coaches vs. rising assistants• Why hiring another ACC program’s head coach is uncommon• Where NC State’s job stands in the ACC• How NIL, the transfer portal, and conference realignment shape the next hire• What the coaching change could mean for roster retentionWho should be NC State’s next head coach? Leave your choice—and your reasoning—in the comments.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 NCSN Opening00:43 NC State Fires Dave Doeren01:17 The Doeren Era: Hiring and High Points03:00 Where Doeren Fits in Wolfpack History05:36 Doeren’s Legacy Beyond the Record06:26 Three Paths for NC State’s Next Hire06:40 Could Philip Rivers Be the Answer?07:13 Amedeo’s Sponsor Break07:57 The Sitting Head Coach Route08:26 The Assistant Coach Route08:58 Philip Rivers: Appeal and Concerns11:08 Why ACC-to-ACC Coaching Moves Are Rare14:00 NC State’s Future and the Bigger Picture15:32 Coaching Questions and Transfer Portal Stakes17:15 Final Thoughts and Subscribe17:41 More NCSN ProgrammingSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for David Glenn’s analysis, ACC coverage, and sports stories from across the Bold North State.WATCH: YouTube @TheNCSportsNetREAD: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @TheNCSportsNet#NCState #DaveDoeren #Wolfpack #PhilipRivers #CollegeFootball

UNBEATEN NO MORE! App State knocks off James Madison 34-31 in overtime at The Rock, sealing the upset with James London’s winning 40-yard field goal.From Kidd Brewer Stadium in Boone, Mike Waddell and David Glenn recap a memorable night on the Muscle Milk BOLD NORTH STATE Tailgate Tour—and the biggest victory of head coach Dowell Loggains’ second season.Appalachian State matched JMU in the trenches, used quarterbacks Malachi Singleton and Henry Hasselbeck, and held Sun Belt leading rusher George Pettaway in check. A late interception by Colton Ferris helped set up a crucial score before the Mountaineers’ defense delivered again in overtime.After JMU missed its overtime field goal, London finished the job—and a national television audience watched The Rock celebrate.PLUS: What this win means for App State’s remaining schedule, previews of NC State at Stanford and Duke at Virginia, and upcoming Tailgate Tour stops in Lexington, Wake Forest–Virginia and Miami–North Carolina.CHAPTERS00:00 Boone Game Recap00:38 Why This Win Matters01:33 Keys to the Upset02:58 What It Means Next04:09 Overtime Breakdown05:30 Defensive Heroes08:42 NC State and Duke Preview11:29 Tailgate Tour Next Stops12:33 Player Shoutouts and Thanks13:52 Final Sign-Off🥛 Muscle Milk BOLD NORTH STATE Tailgate Tour📍 Stop #9 | Kidd Brewer Stadium | Boone, NCSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network and follow @TheNCSportsNet.WATCH on YouTube.LISTEN wherever you get your podcasts.READ at NCSportsNetwork.com.#AppState #JMU #CollegeFootball #MuscleMilk #BoldNorthState

UNC hosts Syracuse, NC State heads to Stanford & Duke visits Virginia—while unbeaten James Madison brings a Thursday night challenge to Boone. Chris Edwards & David Glenn preview Week 8 of the 2026 college football season on THE DAVID GLENN SHOW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network. 🏈 NORTH CAROLINA MATCHUPS• NC State at Stanford: Breaking down the Wolfpack’s trip west.• Duke at Virginia: Key matchups for the Blue Devils on the road.• Syracuse at UNC: How the Orange’s quarterback uncertainty shapes Carolina’s preparation.• ECU at Memphis: A Thursday night opportunity for the Pirates.• James Madison at App State: The Mountaineers welcome unbeaten JMU to Kidd Brewer Stadium. 🔥 ACC & NATIONAL SPOTLIGHTVirginia Tech visits Clemson, Ole Miss battles Texas & Houston heads to Utah. DG examines the stakes & shares the unusual background of Utah head coach Morgan Scalley. 🎯 WHO ARE THE ACC’S TOP QUARTERBACKS?DG reveals his midseason All-ACC quarterback selections, featuring Miami’s Darian Mensah, SMU’s Kevin Jennings & Wake Forest’s Gio Lopez, while exploring the conference’s depth at the position. PLUS: Wake Forest offensive coordinator Rob Ezell, standout performers at Campbell, Elon & Johnson C. Smith, fun facts from across college football & a preview of the Muscle Milk BOLD NORTH STATE TAILGATE stop in Boone. ⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Show Open & Welcome02:17 Week 7 Winners & Week 8 Setup03:23 NC State at Stanford Preview06:42 Duke at Virginia Preview10:33 UNC vs Syracuse Preview15:39 ECU at Memphis & App State vs JMU20:44 ACC & National Week 8 Slate21:35 Virginia Tech at Clemson Breakdown25:06 Ole Miss at Texas Stakes28:37 Houston at Utah Spotlight32:59 Coaches & Quarterbacks33:25 Midseason All-ACC QB Picks39:19 Fun Facts & Shout-Outs40:31 ACC Quarterback Boom42:43 Standout Performers Across Levels53:35 Closing Thanks & Wrap-Up SUBSCRIBE to the North Carolina Sports Network & follow @TheNCSportsNet for coverage across the Bold North State. WATCH on YouTubeREAD at https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW @DavidGlennShow #CollegeFootball #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState #MuscleMilk

What will it take to fix college football—and who is willing to lead?Hall of Fame coach Mack Brown joins Mike Waddell, Coach Jim Collins & Nolan Jones on THE COACHES ROOM for a candid conversation about NIL, transfer portal chaos, North Carolina recruiting & the growing financial divide reshaping the sport.Brown shares his perspective on building a winning culture when rosters keep changing, the influence of donors, leadership under pressure & what players and programs need from the people making the decisions.Before Brown joins, the panel debates a proposed 24-team College Football Playoff, a crowded recruiting calendar & whether transfer fees could help compensate smaller programs that develop players for wealthier schools.PLUS: Brown’s stories from Appalachian State, Boone & Linville Golf Club; memories of UNC’s wild 63–61 win at App State in 2022; reflections on Tylee Craft, Mitch Mason & James Spurling; & a tribute to the unforgettable voice of Woody Durham.🏈 IN THIS EPISODE• Would a 24-team playoff solve problems—or create more?• NIL, player contracts & the true cost of transferring• Why keeping North Carolina talent in-state is so difficult• Conference money, realignment & donor influence• Building trust, accountability & culture in a changing sport• Mack Brown’s coaching memories, relationships & leadership lessons👇 What is the ONE change you would make to improve college football? Tell us in the comments.Subscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network & turn on notifications for more THE COACHES ROOM, interviews & conversations from across the Bold North State.WATCH: Right here on the North Carolina Sports NetworkREAD: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @TheNCSportsNetCHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to THE COACHES ROOM01:51 The Debate Over a 24-Team Playoff04:32 College Football’s Calendar Crunch05:14 Transfer Fees & Player Contracts08:21 The Hidden Costs of Transferring10:53 Fans, Social Media & Trust in Coaches17:40 Setting the Stage for Mack Brown20:55 Mack Brown Joins THE COACHES ROOM22:11 Remembering James Spurling25:12 Tylee Craft’s Lasting Legacy33:40 Stories From Linville Golf Club36:28 Memories of Boone37:06 A Moonshine Roadside Story37:59 More Stories From the Mountains40:13 The People Who Make App State Special42:09 UNC–App State’s 124-Point Shootout46:45 Nolan Jones’ Locker Room Perspective48:39 A Tough Day for the Defenses50:13 North Carolina’s In-State Recruiting Challenge54:40 NIL, Loyalty & Relationships01:00:09 Realignment & the Conference Money Gap01:06:10 Donors & the Resources to Win01:10:08 Concerns About Playoff Expansion01:10:57 A Playoff Proposal for Smaller Conferences01:13:26 Building Culture in the NIL Era01:14:50 Should Roster Pay Be Public?01:16:30 The Billionaire Athletic Director Blueprint01:22:17 Coaching Hires & Donor Influence01:25:54 Transfer Portal Chaos & Stress01:27:26 Finding Balance & Alignment01:29:36 Why the Best Leaders Simplify01:32:28 Rose Bowl Speech Stories01:38:31 Rivalry Emotions & the Fallout01:41:55 Remembering Woody Durham01:43:32 Final Thanks & Signoff#MackBrown #CollegeFootball #NCSN #BoldNorthState #UNC

The Victory Bell belongs to Carolina! UNC beats Duke 24-20 at Wallace Wade Stadium, delivering Bill Belichick’s first Big Four rivalry win in another dramatic chapter of this North Carolina showdown.Mike Waddell, David Glenn & Coach Jim Collins break it all down from Durham on the Muscle Milk BOLD NORTH STATE Tailgate Tour, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network.UNC raced to a 17-0 lead before Duke rallied for a 20-17 advantage. The Tar Heels answered with a late game-winning touchdown drive & a final defensive stand to bring home the Bell—the fifth straight meeting decided by one possession.🏈 HOW CAROLINA WONUNC’s resilience after costly mistakes, the response from Jordan Shipp & Jalen McGill, & the execution that made the difference with the game on the line.🔔 WHERE DUKE MISSED ITS CHANCEThe Blue Devils’ comeback, Nate Sheppard’s impact on the ground & how a limited vertical passing attack shaped Duke’s offensive options.🛡️ THE DETAILS THAT DECIDED ITCoach Collins & DG examine Carolina’s improved defensive discipline, key individual efforts & the turnovers, penalties & special teams mistakes that kept this rivalry game hanging in the balance.Plus, a look ahead to the next NCSN stop: Boone for James Madison at Appalachian State!CHAPTERS00:00 UNC Wins the Victory Bell01:14 Bouncing Back After Mistakes02:10 Coach Collins Breaks Down the Comebacks04:01 Duke’s Offensive Limitations08:23 The Details Behind UNC’s Defense12:07 Key Stops & Standout Performances13:37 Final Takeaways & Next Stop: Boone14:36 NCSN OutroSUBSCRIBE for more coverage of UNC, Duke & college football across the Bold North State.WATCH: YouTube.com/@TheNCSportsNetREAD: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @TheNCSportsNet#UNC #Duke #VictoryBell #CollegeFootball #MuscleMilk #BoldNorthState #NCSN

Three straight NCAA Tournament appearances. An Elite Eight run. An 18–2 ACC season. Brad Brownell explains how Clemson basketball built its momentum — & what it takes to sustain success in the era of NIL & the transfer portal.Entering his 17th season leading the Tigers, Brownell joins THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, to discuss the work behind Clemson’s rise, a reshaped coaching staff & his belief that retaining players remains essential to building a program.From investments at Littlejohn Coliseum to recruiting, player development & institutional support, Brownell traces the progress that helped change expectations for Clemson basketball. He also explains why the Tigers’ next step begins with relationships, roster continuity & finding players who fit.🐅 WHY CLEMSON FEELS LIKE HOMEBrownell reflects on his long tenure, the relationships he has built & the stability that has allowed his vision to develop.🏀 THE WORK BEHIND THE BREAKTHROUGHA closer look at Clemson’s recent NCAA Tournament success, the 2024 Elite Eight run & an 18–2 ACC record with a second-place finish in 2025.🌴 A CHANGING NATIONAL REPUTATIONWhat opportunities such as the Dickie V Classic & an upcoming Maui trip say about how Clemson basketball is viewed beyond the ACC.🤝 NEW STAFF, SHARED STANDARDSBrownell discusses significant offseason staff changes, new hires & the general manager’s role in a changing college basketball operation.🇮🇹 LESSONS FROM ITALYHow a summer trip gave younger players valuable experience amid injuries — & helped the staff learn more about the roster.🔄 RETENTION, THE PORTAL & NILWhy keeping players is central to Brownell’s approach, how he evaluates transfers from mid-major programs & the challenge of assembling a team with a new playing style.There’s room for a little humor along the way, too — including a memorable exchange about pronouncing Fuchs.What stands out most about Brownell’s approach to building Clemson basketball? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome Coach Brownell01:34 Why Clemson Feels Like Home02:51 Explaining Clemson’s Three-Year Surge04:42 Changing the Program’s National Perception05:26 New Staff & General Manager08:30 Italy Trip Takeaways10:13 New Roster, New Style11:55 Retention & the Transfer Portal13:13 Keeping Players in the Program14:56 The Fuchs Name Joke16:02 Evaluating Mid-Major Transfers17:02 Sign-Off & Network PromoSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW — personal conversations with the people shaping sports across the Bold North State & beyond.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#BradBrownell #ClemsonBasketball #Clemson #DavidGlennInterview #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

Jeff Capel opens up about rebuilding Pitt basketball, facing uncertainty about his future & finding peace in knowing he had given the program everything he had.On THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, the Panthers’ head coach joins DG for a candid conversation about the personal demands of coaching, the realities of NIL & the relationships behind a roster rebuild.Capel reflects on an emotional finish to last season & explains how Pitt’s competitiveness and resilience helped lay the groundwork for recruiting. He also discusses turning to familiar ACC talent in the transfer portal, building around a pass-first point guard & establishing an identity with a new group.🏀 REBUILDING WITH FAMILIAR ACC TALENTWhy Capel targeted players he knew from conference competition & how those relationships helped create a foundation for Pitt’s new roster.💬 JOB UNCERTAINTY, PRESSURE & PERSPECTIVEAn honest reflection on public questions about his future, the demands of a results-driven profession & his sense of peace after giving everything to the program.🏡 HIS NORTH CAROLINA ROOTSWhat returning to the state means to Capel & the personal connections that remain part of his story.🔑 NATE GEORGE’S ROLECapel breaks down George’s passing instincts, work ethic & potential to organize the Panthers’ offense while helping new teammates come together.🌱 FRESHMEN & TEAM IDENTITYHis early impressions of Pitt’s young players, the qualities he values & how player development fits into his roster-building philosophy.❤️ REMEMBERING CHRIS SPATOLACapel honors Spatola’s character, service & the impact he made on the people who knew him.What stood out most from Coach Capel’s conversation with DG? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome Back, Jeff Capel01:12 Rebuilding Through the ACC Transfer Portal03:19 Reflecting on Job Uncertainty05:30 Finding Peace & Perspective07:42 North Carolina Roots08:58 Breaking Down Nate George’s Game11:01 The Roster-Building Blueprint12:02 Freshmen & Coaching Philosophy14:24 Remembering Chris Spatola16:04 Closing & Network PromoSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW — personal conversations with the people shaping sports across the Bold North State & beyond.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#JeffCapel #PittBasketball #Pitt #DavidGlennInterview #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

For Steve Forbes, the NCAA Tournament is a daily pursuit. But his perspective on coaching reaches beyond basketball — to family, resilience & appreciating the moments before they slip away.The Wake Forest head coach joins THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, for a candid conversation about life at home, stories from the recruiting road & building the Demon Deacons in an era of NIL & constant roster movement.Forbes shares an update on his wife Johnetta’s recovery, explains the meaning behind his “sands through the hourglass” message & discusses why Wake Forest’s “books & basketball” identity remains central to his program.There’s plenty of personality, too: Halloween costumes, a nearly stolen car in Detroit & a charity dunk tank appearance that kept sending him into the water.🎃 FAMILY, RECOVERY & HALLOWEENAn update on Johnetta three years after her stroke & following knee replacement surgery, plus the couple’s Halloween costume tradition that began at Wichita State & grew at ETSU.🚗 LESSONS FROM THE RECRUITING ROADThe travel, unexpected encounters & experiences that helped shape Forbes’ coaching approach — including a close call with his car in Detroit.⌛ MAKING THE MOMENTS COUNTWhy his hourglass message challenges players & coaches to recognize how quickly careers pass & appreciate the people along the way.🏀 BUILDING WAKE IN A CHANGING GAMEForbes addresses NIL, the transfer portal & player departures while explaining what remains essential to Wake Forest’s identity.🎩 RESPECT FOR JAKE DICKERTWhat stands out to Forbes about Wake’s football coach & his approach to building a program.🔥 YOUNG TALENT & NCAA TOURNAMENT GOALSHis assessment of freshmen big men Gallagher & Gavin Placide, their potential impact & the work required to get the Demon Deacons into March Madness.What stood out most from Coach Forbes’ conversation with DG? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome Coach Forbes01:01 Johnetta’s Health Update01:25 Halloween Costume Tradition02:49 Road Stories & Coaching DNA04:32 The Hourglass Message05:37 The Wake Forest Job & a Changing Game07:37 Transfer Portal & NIL Reality08:59 Charity Dunk Tank Story10:00 Thoughts on Jake Dickert10:48 Freshmen Twins’ Impact11:51 NCAA Tournament Mindset13:11 Wrap-Up & Network OutroSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW — personal conversations with the people shaping sports across the Bold North State & beyond.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#SteveForbes #WakeForest #WakeBasketball #DavidGlennInterview #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

Jon Scheyer opens up about his commitment to Duke, the tournament losses that still motivate him & the relationships shaping his journey as the Blue Devils’ head coach.On this episode of THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, David Glenn goes beyond the sidelines with Scheyer for a personal conversation about family, leadership & the demands of building a championship contender.Scheyer addresses reported NBA interest from the Dallas Mavericks, explains why his future remains at Duke & reflects on the unfinished business following painful NCAA Tournament losses to Houston & UConn.He also shares a glimpse of life at home — raising four children under nine, grilling & enjoying pasta — before discussing the players, principles & expectations defining his next Duke team.🔵 HIS COMMITMENT TO DUKEWhy Scheyer embraces the opportunity to lead the Blue Devils & how he views his long-term future in Durham.🏀 THE LESSONS OF TOURNAMENT HEARTBREAKHow season-ending losses shape his perspective, preparation & determination to take the next step.🤝 HIS RELATIONSHIP WITH COACH KThe continuing guidance of Mike Krzyzewski & the value of having a trusted mentor who understands the responsibility of leading Duke.😈 BUILDING A TEAM THAT SHARES THE LOADScheyer discusses roster continuity, emerging leaders & the challenge of establishing clear roles while blending returning players with newcomers. He also explains why this team could feature a more balanced scoring approach.❤️ REMEMBERING CHRIS SPATOLAScheyer reflects on a meaningful friendship & the impact Spatola had on those around him.Get to know the coach, father & competitor behind one of college basketball’s most prominent programs.What stood out to you from Scheyer’s conversation with DG? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome Jon Scheyer00:57 Life With Four Kids01:57 Grilling & Cooking02:26 NBA Interest & Duke03:17 Handling Tournament Heartbreak04:29 Coach K’s Mentorship05:08 Roster Returnees & Roles06:02 Sponsor Break06:44 No Single Superstar07:50 Building the Roster Mix08:31 Remembering Chris Spatola09:25 Network Sign-OffSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN INTERVIEW — personal conversations with the people shaping sports across the Bold North State & beyond.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#JonScheyer #DukeBasketball #DavidGlennInterview #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

Michael Malone initially said no to North Carolina. What changed his mind? The new Tar Heels head coach joins David Glenn to explain the decision, the lessons his father left him & the culture he wants to build at UNC.In this interview on THE DAVID GLENN SHOW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network, Malone opens up about the road from Loyola University Maryland to an NBA championship — & why his next chapter brought him to Chapel Hill.Malone reflects on his disappointment over the end of his Denver Nuggets tenure, his desire for another NBA opportunity & the possibility of regretting a chance he never took. He also explains how he plans to honor Carolina’s basketball tradition while bringing his own ideas, expectations & approach to the program.🏀 THE CALL THAT CHANGED HIS CAREERHow Pete Gillen helped open a door for a young coach working his way into college basketball.❤️ HIS FATHER’S LASTING LESSONSWhat Michael learned from his late father, longtime coach Brendan Malone, about being genuine, earning trust & building relationships with players.🐏 WHY HE CHOSE CAROLINAThe personal & professional considerations behind accepting one of college basketball’s most prominent jobs.🏆 FROM AN NBA TITLE TO A NEW CHALLENGEHow the coach who led Denver to the 2023 NBA championship approaches a different stage of his career.🤝 BUILDING THE TAR HEELS’ IDENTITYMalone’s thoughts on staff decisions, blending tradition with change & establishing a culture rooted in work, selflessness & trust.Recorded ahead of UNC’s exhibition matchup with Southern Call in Greensboro, this conversation offers a personal look at the experiences & principles shaping Malone’s approach to Carolina basketball.What stands out most about Malone’s vision for the Tar Heels? Share your thoughts in the comments.CHAPTERS00:00 Meet Michael Malone00:51 The Call That Changed Everything02:16 Lessons From His Father04:07 Why UNC Won Him Over05:04 Blending Tradition & Change06:11 Culture & Identity Goals07:04 Wrap-Up & Network OutroSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for THE DAVID GLENN SHOW, exclusive interviews & coverage from across the Bold North State.READ: https://NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW: @DavidGlennShow & @TheNCSportsNet#MichaelMalone #UNC #TarHeels #CarolinaBasketball #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

Jordan Staal & Taylor Hall are sidelined—but is it time for Carolina Hurricanes fans to worry? David Glenn explains why the Canes’ hot start, scoring depth & reinforcements give Carolina reasons to stay confident.On this edition of DG ON THE CANES, presented by Randy’s Pizza, DG examines what Staal’s absence means beyond the scoresheet. From faceoffs & penalty killing to physical play, leadership & daily standards, Carolina’s captain leaves a role that takes more than one player to fill.With Staal facing an extended absence due to a calf injury & Hall dealing with an upper-body injury, who steps up? DG discusses the opportunity for Jesperi Kotkaniemi & the arrival of first-round pick Bradly Nadeau from the Chicago Wolves.Plus: Does age really tell us who will get hurt? Why can the timing of an injury matter so much? And what can Carolina learn from Jaccob Slavin’s return from injuries last season?DG’s verdict: These injuries matter—but there’s no reason to panic yet.CHAPTERS00:00 Jordan Staal & Taylor Hall Injury Update00:22 Randy’s Pizza Deals01:14 Are Older Players More Injury-Prone?02:16 Why Jordan Staal Matters Beyond Points04:13 DG’s Verdict: No Panic Yet04:25 Why Carolina Can Keep Winning05:17 Early Injuries vs. Late-Season Injuries06:06 Kotkaniemi, Nadeau & the Next Men Up07:27 Final Thoughts & Randy’s Pizza🍕 Carolina Hurricanes coverage presented by Randy’s Pizza.SUBSCRIBE to the North Carolina Sports Network for more Hurricanes coverage, David Glenn analysis & sports across the Bold North State.WATCH: YouTube.com/@TheNCSportsNetREAD: [https://NCSportsNetwork.com](https://NCSportsNetwork.com)FOLLOW: @TheNCSportsNet & @DavidGlennShow\#CarolinaHurricanes #LetsGoCanes #NCSN #DavidGlenn #BoldNorthState

The Victory Bell is on the line, Wake Forest is nationally ranked & Week 7 brings heavyweight matchups across college football.Chris Edwards & David Glenn break down the rivalries, matchups & coaching decisions that matter on THE DAVID GLENN SHOW, exclusively on the North Carolina Sports Network.🏈 UNC AT DUKE: North Carolina (3-2) visits Duke (4-1) for a pivotal ACC rivalry game. How can the Tar Heels slow Nate Sheppard & the Blue Devils’ ground attack? DG examines the defensive matchups & what each team needs to do to bring home the Victory Bell.🏈 RANKED WAKE FOREST HEADS WEST: No. 21 Wake Forest travels to California as Jake Dickert’s Demon Deacons build momentum. A closer look at Wake’s offensive balance, standout receiver Carlos Hernandez & the challenges of an ACC road trip to Berkeley.🏈 VIRGINIA AT SMU: Virginia’s top pass defense meets No. 24 SMU’s top pass offense. Which strength wins out in a game with conference implications?Plus, ECU & App State storylines, the ACC outlook & three major national showdowns:• No. 4 Ohio State at No. 5 Indiana• Alabama at Tennessee• No. 2 Notre Dame at unbeaten No. 8 BYUAt the season’s midpoint, DG also examines Coach of the Year contenders, mounting hot-seat pressure & concerns at Florida State & Charlotte. Stay for recognition of UNC linebacker Derrick McDonald, Wake Forest’s Carlos Hernandez, Campbell head coach Braxton Harris & Johnson C. Smith head coach Maurice Flowers.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to The David Glenn Show02:58 Week 7 Around North Carolina03:29 UNC at Duke: Battle for the Victory Bell07:20 Virginia at SMU: Strength vs. Strength10:43 No. 21 Wake Forest at California14:18 ECU & App State Spotlights18:10 ACC & National Lookahead19:07 No. 4 Ohio State at No. 5 Indiana22:43 Alabama at Tennessee26:06 No. 2 Notre Dame at No. 8 BYU30:03 Coach of the Year Race & Hot Seats37:47 Fun Facts & Standout Performers53:28 Closing Thoughts & ThanksSubscribe to NCSN, turn on notifications & join the conversation: Who wins the Victory Bell, & can Wake Forest keep climbing?WATCH on YouTubeLISTEN on your favorite podcast platformREAD more at NCSportsNetwork.comFOLLOW @TheNCSportsNetNorth Carolina Sports Network — the voice of the Bold North State.#DavidGlennShow #NCSN #BoldNorthState #CollegeFootball #ACC #UNC #Duke #WakeForest #VictoryBell

Wake Forest takes control in Raleigh. North Carolina wins a thriller at Pitt. And Charlie Strong joins The Coaches Room for an inside look at building defenses, managing rivalry games & keeping a program together in the NIL era.Mike Waddell, Jim Collins & Nolan Jones break down Wake Forest’s 38–14 win at NC State, fueled by Gio Lopez’s 303 passing yards. What went wrong for the Wolfpack defense, and what can Dave Doeren’s staff fix during the open date?The conversation turns to Bill Belichick’s Tar Heels after their 21–17 road win at Pittsburgh, setting up the UNC–Duke battle for the Victory Bell. Plus: App State’s difficult stretch following the Old Dominion loss, ECU’s 28–12 win over Rice, the preparation challenges of Thursday road games & Charlotte’s search for a breakthrough amid a 15-game losing streak.Then Charlie Strong takes us inside the coaching profession: how to build a defensive game plan, respond after a loss, manage staff under pressure & earn players’ trust. Drawing on his coaching experiences, Strong discusses Red River rivalry lessons, recruiting relationships, culture fit, roster retention & the resources programs need to compete.It’s a conversation about the decisions coaches make—and the consequences that follow on Saturdays.CHAPTERS00:00 Opening: Wake–NC State Rivalry Recap01:39 What’s Wrong With NC State’s Defense?02:44 Gio Lopez & Wake Forest’s Surge04:56 Belichick’s Tar Heels Win at Pitt05:57 UNC–Duke: Battle for the Victory Bell08:21 App State’s Upcoming Gauntlet11:04 Old Dominion “Mudslide” Controversy12:48 ECU & the Midweek Preparation Grind15:14 Midweek Games as National Auditions19:36 Charlotte’s 15-Game Losing Streak24:03 Charlie Strong Joins The Coaches Room24:48 How to Build a Defensive Game Plan28:17 Lessons From the Red River Rivalry30:16 How Coaches Respond After a Loss32:00 SEC Pressure & Kentucky’s Close Wins38:08 NIL, the Portal & Fan Impatience43:02 Why Coaching Continuity Matters44:05 Evaluating Culture & Player Fit45:50 Leading Players Through Relationships47:44 Recruiting Visits & Building Trust51:18 How Big Programs Reload53:08 The Pressure at NC State55:04 What Programs Want in a Head Coach57:45 Managing a Staff Under Fire59:20 Handling Social Media Fallout01:01:56 The Little Things That Win Games01:05:14 The Reality for North Carolina Programs01:08:45 Roster Retention & NIL01:13:41 Which Coaching Jobs Are Worth Taking?01:15:41 The Sitting Head Coach’s Advantage01:19:56 Closing & NCSN Sign-OffSubscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for The Coaches Room, the David Glenn Show & coverage from across the Bold North State.Join the conversation: What does NC State need to fix first—and who takes home the Victory Bell?Follow @TheNCSportsNetVisit https://NCSportsNetwork.com#TheCoachesRoom #NCSN #BoldNorthState #CharlieStrong #WakeForest #NCState #UNC #Duke #ACC #CollegeFootball #NIL

UNC’s Michael Malone Era Begins! Tar Heels Beat USC 88–70 | Bold North State Tailgate Tour Stop #7 A new era of Carolina basketball opens with a win—and plenty to discuss. Mike Waddell & David Glenn break down UNC’s 88–70 exhibition victory over Southern Cal in Greensboro as the Bold North State Tailgate Tour rolls into Stop #7. Trailing 39–37 at halftime, the Tar Heels responded with composure, tougher defense & a dominant second half. Jarin Stevenson led the way with 25 points & 10 rebounds, while Maximo Adams impressed with his physical readiness & confidence. Isaiah Denis also delivered an encouraging performance off the bench. What did Michael Malone’s debut reveal about this Carolina team? Mike & DG examine UNC’s defensive identity, holding USC to 36% shooting after halftime, along with areas that need work: 18 turnovers & 31 three-point attempts. Plus: UNC’s next exhibition at Indiana, a December 15 return to Greensboro against NC State, takeaways from ACC Tipoff & why Duke & Virginia look like early ACC front-runners. CHAPTERS00:00 UNC–USC Postgame Reaction in Greensboro01:19 How UNC Responded After Trailing at Halftime02:34 Jarin Stevenson’s 25-Point, 10-Rebound Performance05:06 Building a Tougher Defensive Identity09:07 Is UNC Taking Too Many Threes?10:26 Maximo Adams & Isaiah Denis Provide a Spark11:34 ACC Tipoff Takeaways & Duke’s Outlook14:30 Michael Malone Interview & Point Guard Discussion15:22 What’s Next for Carolina Basketball?16:13 More from the North Carolina Sports Network Subscribe to the North Carolina Sports Network for UNC basketball, ACC analysis & sports coverage from across the Bold North State. Visit NCSportsNetwork.com & follow @TheNCSportsNet. #UNC #TarHeels #MichaelMalone #CarolinaBasketball #ACCBasketball #CollegeBasketball #DavidGlenn #NCSN #BoldNorthState

🏈 COLLEGE FOOTBALL WEEK 6 PREVIEW | DAVID GLENN SHOWIt’s a loaded Week 6 across the BOLD NORTH STATE, the ACC, and the nation — and David Glenn and Chris Edwards break down the biggest games, quarterbacks, storylines, and matchups on the North Carolina Sports Network (NCSN).🔥 WAKE FOREST at NC STATEWake Forest (4-1) heads to Raleigh to face NC State (3-2) in a matchup with the potential for plenty of offense. David breaks down Gio Lopez vs. C.J. Bailey, the keys to the game, and what could decide this in-state ACC battle.🐏 NORTH CAROLINA at PITTUNC (2-2) travels to face unbeaten Pitt (5-0), with the Panthers dealing with a major quarterback development following Mason Heintschel’s season-ending knee injury. What does it mean for Pitt — and can the Tar Heels take advantage on the road?😈 DUKE at GEORGIA TECHUnbeaten Duke (4-0) takes its perfect record to Atlanta against Georgia Tech (1-3). The spotlight is on two dangerous rushing threats, Nate Sheppard and Justice Haynes, as the Blue Devils try to keep rolling.🏈 MORE FROM AROUND NORTH CAROLINADavid and Chris also check in on:• Old Dominion at Appalachian State• Rice at East Carolina• Western Carolina at Mercer• Unbeaten Division II Mars Hill at Emory & Henry🌎 THE NATIONAL SPOTLIGHTThree major games headline the national conversation:⚡ Indiana at Nebraska — A fascinating Big Ten matchup with national implications.🤠 Texas vs. Oklahoma — RED RIVER RIVALRY — One of college football’s greatest rivalries adds another chapter.🐘 Georgia at Alabama — Two SEC powers collide in one of Week 6’s marquee games.🎯 PLUS: THE QUARTERBACK REPORTDavid evaluates the ACC's quarterbacks, including who's playing at the highest level, who's trending up or down, and which QB situations are creating the most intrigue in the conference.The show wraps with Fun Facts & Shout-Outs, including recognition for Rob Ezell and Gio Lopez at Wake Forest, Harvey Dyson III at NC State, Jordan Shipp at North Carolina, and Western Carolina head coach Kerwin Bell.📈 MORE THAN 75,000 SUBSCRIBERS — THANK YOU!The North Carolina Sports Network continues to grow because of YOU. If you enjoy experienced, independent coverage of college sports across North Carolina, the ACC, and beyond, SUBSCRIBE to NCSN on YouTube, turn on notifications, and share the show with another college football fan.Experience you can hear. Stories you can feel. Respected coverage of the BOLD NORTH STATE.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 — Show Intro & Welcome02:50 — North Carolina Matchups Preview03:08 — Wake Forest at NC State06:37 — North Carolina at Pitt10:02 — Duke at Georgia Tech13:34 — More North Carolina Games17:10 — ACC & National Lookahead18:09 — Indiana at Nebraska21:35 — Texas-Oklahoma: Red River Rivalry25:20 — Georgia at Alabama29:43 — ACC Quarterback Grades & QB Drama37:59 — Fun Facts & Shout-Outs55:37 — Closing Thanks & BOLD NORTH STATE Tailgate Tour#CollegeFootball #DavidGlennShow #NCSN #BoldNorthState #ACC #ACCFootball #WakeForest #GoDeacs #NCState #GoPack #UNC #TarHeels #Duke #BlueDevils #Pitt #GeorgiaTech #IndianaFootball #NebraskaFootball #TexasFootball #OklahomaFootball #GeorgiaFootball #AlabamaFootball #RedRiverRivalry #CollegeFootball2026