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Gerber: History says lower your expectations for this Panthers draft class

All NFL fans hope that one great draft class will make everything better. Is this the one for the Panthers? Probably not.

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports Contributor

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

Where local players land past first round of NFL Draft

Payton Wilson, Tez Walker, DeWayne Carter and more are set to make an impact in the NFL. Where you could see them go in the NFL Draft.

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

Gerber: The perfect Panthers NFL Draft gameplan

If the Panthers want to start winning again, they're going to need a good -- maybe even great -- draft class. Here's an in-depth look on who Carolina should be targeting and when.

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports Contributor

Canes join a historic club, Duke departures and free chicken in the sports moments of the week

The Hurricanes have topped 50 wins for a third straight season, putting them in rarified air in the NHL. Plus, Scottie Scheffler wins The Masters, Caitlin Clark could change the WNBA and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

NC State bows out, DB's payday and a strikeout to the face in the sports moments of the week

NC State's two incredible Final Four runs came to an end this week, but the Wolfpack still have a lot to celebrate. Plus, the Panthers extend a Pro Bowler, the Hornets could make history and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

NC State's top moments from Final Four run

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin discuss NC State losing to Purdue, South Carolina in the Final Four.

Holliday: From final five to Final Four, NC State's dream season lives on

It all starts with tempo for these men who have adopted the motto "Why Not Us?" The Wolfpack have to play fast and smart to beat Purdue.

Bob Holliday, WRAL Sports contributor

Wolfpack nirvana, uneven 3-point lines and a bumper barrage in the sports moments of the week

NC State has done the unthinkable and sent both basketball teams to the Final Four. How the Pack men and women can keep their run going. Plus UNC heartbreak, a punter touchdown pass and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

The State of Hoops, NFL rule changes and an off-the-rails game show in the sports moments of the week

NC State, Duke and North Carolina are still dancing in the NCAA tournament...with the Wolfpack and Blue Devils still alive in the men's and women's bracket. We look back at all the madness and much more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Holliday: Here's what lies ahead for NC State, UNC, Duke in Sweet 16 and beyond

The Atlantic Coast Conference has reached the Sweet Sixteen for the 45th consecutive year, and this year has done it with four teams. No other conference comes close.

Bob Holliday, WRAL Sports contributor

Gerber: Did the Panthers just fail free agency?

Carolina was panned nationwide as a "loser" in NFL free agency, but reality is a little more complicated than that. A position-by-position breakdown grades the team's offseason performance so far.

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

NC State's miracle run, comeback Canes and busy Panthers in the sports moments of the week

The Wolfpack's incredible run in the ACC tournament got them into the Big Dance. Can they keep the dream alive much longer? Plus, the Hurricanes and Courage enjoy a red-hot week and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

The Cormac Ryan Game, Panthers pessimism and a kangaroo stampede in the sports moments of the week

An unlikely hero helped North Carolina win at Duke on Saturday, and may have re-released the Blue Devils' dark side. Plus, Panthers fans are mad about free agency, NC State comes up short and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Holliday: What will tournament time bring for NC State, Duke and UNC?

With the ACC Tournament tipping off and Selection Sunday around the corner, let's take a look at where we've been and where we can expect our Triangle teams to end up.

Bob Holliday, WRAL Sports contributor

Will UNC get a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament? Duke looks to regroup

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss whether North Carolina can get a No. 1 seed in the 2024 NCAA Tournament.

Major milestones, Canes collapse and a golfing gaffe in the sports moments of the week

The biggest month on the college basketball calendar is off to a roaring start. Plus, the Panthers begin their rebuild, Russell Wilson gets sent packing and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

NFL Combine with WRAL Triangle and Two

Who will draft North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye? Plus how a few local players boosted their draft stock at the NFL Combine.

Court storming concern, RJ Davis makes history and a genius Fantasy Football punishment in the sports moments of the week

Will Saturday's court storming injury to Duke's Kyle Filipowski end a college basketball tradition? Plus, Cam Newton goes beast mode, a wacky Spring Training highlight and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Triangle title contenders, Byrd's big moment and gamers rejoice in the sports moments of the week

With March right around the corner, a trio of Triangle basketball teams are poised to make a Final Four run. Plus, Steph vs. Sabrina saves NBA All-Star weekend, Caitlin Clark is amazing and much more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Super Mahomes, Hurricanes dazzle and a Curry homecoming in the sports moments of the week

It's not too early to start thinking about Patrick Mahomes' place among the all-time greats in every sport. Plus, Julius Peppers joins an exclusive club, J.J. Watt gets roasted and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Holliday: NC State Wolfpack running out of time to bolster NCAA Tournament resume

NC State's men's basketball team started the season with a 5-1 ACC record, but has since struggled to maintain its momentum.

Bob Holliday, WRAL Sports contributor

Carolina cruises, All-Star fun and student section buzzcuts in the sports moments of the week

UNC takes round one in the Battle of the Blues thanks to a sensational freshman. Plus, a good week for NC State hoops, local all-stars shine and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor