Drake Maye Coverage

Panthers load up, Tepper flips out and a rally sausage (?) in the sports moments of the week

The Panthers showed they're all-in on improving the offense at the NFL Draft. Will their strategy pay off? Plus, the Canes go for the gentlemen's sweep, a new era in the NBA and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Which Triangle players will go early in the NFL Draft?

WRAL Triangle and Two's Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss which local players will have their named called in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Canes magic, the Drake Maye debate and Uncle MJ in the sports moments of the week

The Carolina Hurricanes scored 5 unanswered goals to steal Game 2 at home on Monday. What the win could mean for their ultimate goal this postseason, NFL Draft talk and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Drake Maye throwing session highlights North Carolina Pro Day

There was standing room only at the UNC Pro Day, with plenty of scouts to watch nearly 20 players, but especially quarterback Drake Maye.

By Louis Fernandez, WRAL Sports

WATCH: Drake Maye throws at Pro Day

Former North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye goes throw a throwing workout in front of NFL scouts at UNC's Pro Day.

2024 NFL Combine observations from day three: Xavier Worthy breaks 40-yard dash record

Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy broke the 40-yard dash record at the NFL Combine, running it in 4.21 seconds.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Drake Maye won't throw at 2024 NFL Combine, training for NFL Draft with Philip Rivers

North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye said he's preparing for the 2024 NFL Draft with former NC State quarterback Philip Rivers in Mobile, Alabama.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Here are the UNC, NC State and Duke players invited to the 2024 NFL Combine

Drake Maye, Tez Walker and Payton Wilson are among the 321 prospects invited to the 2024 NFL Combine in Indianapolis.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Evaluating the best NFL team fits for North Carolina QB Drake Maye

North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye is expected to be among the top picks of the 2024 NFL Draft. Here's a look at which teams are the best fit for Maye.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Drake Maye headed to Washington? Commanders get second pick of 2024 NFL Draft

With the second overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Washington Commanders are considered the favorite to select North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye. The guys also discuss the Carolina Panthers firing GM Scott Fitterer and NC State hosting UNC in basketball on Wednesday.

North Carolina falls to West Virginia 30-10 in Duke's Mayo Bowl

Kickoff between North Carolina (8-4, 4-4 ACC) and West Virginia (8-4, 6-3 Big 12) is set for 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 27 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. The game airs on ESPN.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer, & Graham Hill, WRALSportsFan

Short-handed and stumbling into Mayo Bowl, UNC turns to Harrell at QB

UNC will be missing two of their essential ingredients for the Duke's Mayo Bowl: quarterback Drake Maye and linebacker Cedric Gray both declared for the NFL Draft. Redshirt freshman Conner Harrell will take Maye's place behind center.

Pat Welter, WRAL sports reporter

"Transferring" Panther fans, Drake Maye leaves and audacious agents in the sports moments of the week

Some Panther fans have had it with the team after their latest blowout loss. Plus, Duke hires its next coach, a key Hurricanes injury and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

No Maye in mayo bowl; UNC QB will enter NFL Draft

Drake Maye, widely expected to be a top pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, made it official Monday. He will skip the Duke's Mayo Bowl and begin preparation for his pro career.

UNC's Maye will skip bowl game, announces for NFL Draft

Drake Maye, widely expected to be a top pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, made it official Monday.

2023 college football bowl game guide: Dates, times, TV

Here's your guide, chock full with plenty of excuses to avoid other holiday responsibilities and settle in on the couch this bowl season - the most wonderful time of the year.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Welter: With the transfer portal, don't hate the player, hate the game

With the transfer portal opening a record number of players are expected to be on the move, especially at the games most important position, quarterback. UNC was lucky to hold on to Drake Maye last season. This year NC State saw MJ Morris bench himself in order to red shirt and ultimately transfer out. The combination of NIL and the transfer portal is clearly out of control. WRAL's Pat Welter says don't hate on the players, hate on the system that's allowing this to happen.

Pat Welter

Which bowl game will NC State, North Carolina and Duke play in?

Here's a look at which bowl bids NC State, North Carolina and Duke could accept.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

North Carolina gets commitment from former Texas A&M, LSU QB Max Johnson

Max Johnson has committed to play for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Johnson is expected to compete for the Tar Heels' starting quarterback position in the 2024 season.

Former Texas A&M, LSU QB Max Johnson commits to North Carolina

Max Johnson, a former Texas A&M and LSU quarterback, has committed to play for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Johnson is expected to compete for the Tar Heels' starting quarterback position in the 2024 season.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

What's next for UNC's Maye, Mack Brown after 'embarrassing' loss to NC State

North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye is projected as a top pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Coach Mack Brown, 72, insists he will return to Tar Heels

Brian Murphy, WRAL

Wolfpack rolls UNC 39-20; Doeren hoping to keep talent together

It was all Wolfpack Saturday night at Carter-Finley Stadium, as Brennan Armstrong threw for over 300 yards and three touchdowns, two of which went to freshman phenom KC Concepcion. Head coach Dave Doeren is hoping to keep the talent on the roster and shoo away potential NIL poachers.

Slideshow: NC State roll UNC 39-20

The NC State offense came out swinging and the defense held strong against Drake Maye and the Tar Heels Saturday night at Carter-Finley Stadium.

Maye: Haven't made bowl decision

Drake Maye speaks to the media after a 39-20 loss to NC State

NC State steamrolls rival Tar Heels, 39-20

Going into the game, many were picking the Tar Heels to leave Carter-Finley Stadium with a win, but the Wolfpack ended those hopes early.