NBC Sports lead NBA writer/managing editor joins Gerry V to talk about Carmelo Anthony's time with the Thunder coming to an end, DeMarcus Cousins signing with Golden State, if the Hornets should go ahead and hit the reset button, and more. 

NFL insider Jason Cole joins Gerry V to talk about the storylines he's looking at heading into NFL training camp, how he views the Panthers, if guaranteed contracts could come to the NFL, and more.

Gerry V discusses the Hornets signing long-time San Antonio Spur guard, Tony Parker and what kind of role he thinks he can have here in Charlotte! 

 

Matt Fortuna, college football writer for the All-American at The Athletic, joins Gerry V to talk about the quarterback competitions at Clemson and Alabama, which head coach with a new team will have the most success, a coach who could be on the hot seat, and more. 

Former Washington Redskins quarterback and Super Bowl champion, Joe Theismann dropped by The Wake Up Call to discuss if the future still remains bright for QB Cam Newton, should the Panthers allow Cam to run more, and the growing pains the offense may have this season.  A ton of NFL, Panthers talk here!

College Football's Phil Steele joins The Wake Up Call for part 1 of a fantastic interview to discuss his thoughts on Clemson's chances to win the ACC and the defensive line that returns, how long Kelly Bryant will last as the starter for the Tigers, how close is Florida State to Clemson and can they upset the Tigers, the potential success at Wake Forest, is Boston College a darkhorse in the ACC, and will NC State take a step back this year?

College Football's Phil Steele joins The Wake Up Call to discuss the Gamecocks and their chance in the SEC East, the Charlotte 49ers and the changes one may see this year, the expectations at Appalachian State, and if the Pirates of East Carolina will continue to struggle this season. 

NASCAR drive Alex Bowman joins The Wake Up Call to discuss his thoughts on his progression throughout the season, how he can build off his 10th place finish in the Overton's 400, the pit crew changes so far this season, and much more.