Dukes & Bell

Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on the several freee agency signing that took place today including the Falcons signing Tua Tagovailoa. As they discuss, they agree that while they are concerned about the Tua signing, other signings the Falcons made show they are 'doing a good job seeing what needs to be addressed'.

Carl and Mike come back and react to reports of the NBA cancelling the Hawks' "Magic City Night" promotion.

Carl and Mike get right back into Falcons talk as they continue to react to reports of the team signing Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year deal and discuss the potential of a long term deal being in Tua's future with the Falcons assuming things do not work out with Michael Penix Jr.

Carl and Mike comeback and react to Adam Shefter reporting the Falcons are signing Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year deal and share thoughts on concerns over the former Dolphins QB injury history, however agree that if the Falcons are bringing Tua in to compete with Michael Penix Jr., it's a smart decision due to how cheap of an insurance policy he will be.

Carl and Mike get into more Falcons talk as they discuss why Drake London may be seeking at least $30M per year in a new deal after the Colts signed Alec Pierce to a four-year, $114M contract extension. They then get into some Georgia Tech hoops talk as they share thoughts on the direction the Yellow Jackets will go in to replace Damon Stoudamire, who they fired on Sunday after they finished dead last in the ACC, missing the conference tournament.

Carl and Mike get back to NFL/Falcons talk as they react to Cameron Thomas signing with the Atlanta, agreeing it's a 'depth' move and not something to address the current James Pearce Jr. situation. As they discuss, they react to a recent report that 911 had been called multiple times on Pearce Jr. regarding his relationship with Rickea Jackson prior to his arrest.

Carl and Mike are joined by Wes Durham as they discuss Georgia Tech firing Damon Stoudamire

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they share thoughts on why they believe the team allowing Tyler Allgeier to move on from Tyler Allgeier and not try to match the deal he is reportedly receiving from the Cardinals was a smart business move.

Carl and Mike get back into some brief Falcons talk and share thoughts on why they believe the signing of Jahan Dotson is a move with a lot of upside as the team. They then get into some Hawks talk as they share thoughts on the team winning six straight games and haw well they have played overall since the trading of Trae Young.

Carl and Mike get back into more football and Falcons news as they react to reports of David Onyemata signing with the Jets on a one-year deal, which they guys agree the move is one which makes sense in regards to the direction the team wants to go with younger and faster players. They also share thoughts on the Falcons signing Jahan Dotson and share more thoughts on why it would be ok for the Falcons to bring in a quarterback who Michael Penix Jr. should have to compete with to earn the starting role.

Carl and Mike open up the show with Falcons talk as they react to reports of the team signing Austin Hooper, Olamide Zaccheaus, Nick Folkm Tyler Allgeier signing with the Cardinals as well as reports the team pursing Tagovailoa, which Carl expresses his dislike for the move should the Falcons truly sign the now former Dolphins quarterback.

The full 3-6-26 Dukes and Bell

Hr1 - 2:00 - Lots of names circulating for Falcons as we near legal tampering 2:20 - Falcons playoff prospects at the moment TBD because of the QB 2:40 - Hawks made the right decision to trade Trae to the Wizards

Hr2 - 3:00 - The going rate for a starting caliber DE just went up UP 3:20 - Spencer shows he's still got the heat in his 2nd spring start 3:40 - Penix looking to avoid getting 'Cousins'ed' by being ready for Week 1

Hr3 - 4:00 - Dawg Report 4:20 - Guy Talk 4:40 - Steve Koonin sets the record straight about Magic City night

Hr4 - 5:00 - Draft is light on key WRs, so do you take one in the 2nd 5:20 - Chipper providing 3rd set of eyes in North Port 5:40 - Clear Your Throat

Carl and Mike discuss Chipper Jones saying he's in Florida to help out Braves hitters at the plate, like Michael Harris.

The guys discuss the upcoming draft, and if there's a greater position of need to attack with a pick or free agency.

Hawks president and CEO Steve Koonin joins the show to discuss the streaking Hawks, and gives us the complete lowdown on Magic City night - what you can expect to see at State Farm, why the decision was made to do this promotion, and how this team will always look out for the best interests of the fans.

Carl and Mike discuss how Michael Penix could be in the same situation as Kirk Cousins was when he got to Atlanta - having a guy ready to play behind you so you've got to start immediately, no matter what you're recovering from.

Carl and Mike break down the 2nd start from Spencer Strider, and how that velocity improved since the fist. Chipper Jones speaks on being a 3rd set of eyes at Spring Training when it comes to helping out at the plate.

Carl and Mike hit NFL Blitz and discuss the new extension signed by Danielle Hunter, the Browns clearing space restructuring Deshaun Watson, and Rashan Gary putting out and then deleting the Packers were releasing him.

Carl and Mike discuss Trae's debut for the Wizards, and why this team still the right thing in trading him.

CBS Analyst Bryant McFadden joins to discuss his time in Indy at the combine, the Falcons lack of a QB making it hard to forecast their playoff prospects, and where the big named free agents will land this offseason.

Carl and Mike open the show discussing the possible names being linked to the Falcons, especially at receiver, as we near the start of legal tampering.

The full 3-5-26 Dukes and Bell.

Hr1 2:00 - Carl and Mike set the scene at Bobby Jones; Mooney cut saves the Falcons 7 million 2:20 - Daily Download - With Mooney cut, the attention turns to filling out the WR room, either through the draft or free agency 2:40 - Kayla Jones, tour pro at Bobby Jones, joins to discuss all the wonderful upgrades and improvements that have come to the course.

Hr2 - 3:00 - NFL Blitz - Miles Garrett with yet another speeding ticket; Aaron Rodgers taking his time weighing options to play next year 3:20 - D Led - Enough talking from Penix; it's time for him to show us something 3:40 - Agent Joel Corry would look for a $70 million dollar deal for Kyle Pitts

Hr3 - 4:00 - CBS says Gunner's 3rd best QB in SEC behind Arch and Trinidad 4:20 - 15-4 in the remaining 19 for the Hawks gets you the 6th seed 4:40 - Guy Talk

Hr4 - 5:00 - Are you confident in Penix's rehab progress? 5:20 - Hawks get big win over the Bucks 5:40 - Is there a service you will willingly pay money for, like house cleaners?

Are you confident in Penix's rehab progress when you hear him say he'll be ready for training camp? Carl and Mike discuss his comments to Jon Gruden about not just being ready for the start of the season, but being ready for the start of camp.

Mike Conti sits in with the guys to discuss the Hawks recent winning streak, how he wants to see how this team fares now vs competing teams, does Kuminga factor in to the Hawks long term plans, and how does the return of Tatum affect the Celtics;

Carl and Mike hit on the Sidelines and discuss a ranking of the SEC QBs by CBS, where Gunner was 3rd.

Carl and Mike discuss a CBS article by agent Joel Corry where he talks about how much he'd ask for if he was negotiating for Kyle Pitts - 4yrs/70 million. The guys break down how interested or disinterested they'd be in making that deal happen.

In his final interview as the AJC's Falcons beat writer, D Orlando Ledbetter joins us to reflect on his tenure at the AJ, why he's tired of hearing Penix talk, why playing in the preseason matters, what happens if Penix isn't ready to play to start the season, and which falcons team he covered was the most talented,

The guys hit the NFL Blitz, and discuss the latest speeding ticket for Myles Garrett, and Aaron Rodgers keeping his free agency options open.

Carl and Mike sit down with Bobby Jones pro Kayla Jones as she breaks down all the incredible improvements happening at the course.

Carl and Mike hit the Daily Download and discuss the Falcons decision to cut Darnell Mooney, and how much more important that makes free agency and the draft in finding that next WR2.

The full 3-4-26 show from Dukes and Bell.

Let's fix the Falcons - Carl and Mike break down if Kyler is the guy to fill in or take the reins at QB. Hawks Magic City night gaining more national pub.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, we hear from Michael Penix as he sits down with Jon Gruden, and tells him that his rehab is ahead of schedule.

In the 3rd hour of today's show, the guys discuss the end of season tournament push for the Dawgs, and the end of season slide by the Yellow Jackets. Braves should be ok, minus Profar, if the stars play like stars.

In the final hour of today's show, we hear from Michael Penix and his sit down with Jon Gruden regarding his health and being ready to start the season. Lou Holtz passes away at 89.

The guys discuss the possible exits this team may have in free agency, and if there's guys on the market the Falcons can afford to bring in.

Penix sits down with Jon Gruden, and he guarantees a Superbowl appearance for the Falcons.

Stefon Diggs will be on the market as the Pats are set to release the receiver. Is this an option for the Falcons?

For championship teams, you need your stars to be stars, and you need your role players to do something out of the ordinary. Carl and Mike discuss that as it relates to the Braves this season.

Carl and Mike talk NCAA basketball, and the Dawgs all but a lock now for the NCAA tournament. The Yellow Jackets, on the other hand, have lost 10 in a row.

Michael Penix sits down with Jon Gruden and tells the coach he'll be ready for the regular season and for training camp. Carl and Mike discuss the comments and what the expectations for him will be right out of the gate if he's healthy.

The guys hit 4th and 1, and discuss what went wrong with the offense last year, even as the Falcons were second in the league in sacks.