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Hawks 'playing like they like each other'

Carl and Mike close out the show with some Hawks talk as they share thoughts on the teams win over the Wizards to extend their current win streak to seven in a row and agree the team is playing like 'they like each other'.

Mar 11, 202614 min

Falcons officially close the door on Kirk Cousins era

Carl and Mike continue their Falcons talk as they discuss the official release of Kirk Cousins and new reports on James Pearce Jr. regarding his arrest which stemmed from a domestic violence charges against him.

Mar 11, 202611 min

Falcons making free agency moves with 'value'

Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as the continue to share thoughts on how much value the team has received in the free agency moves they made.

Mar 11, 202610 min

Are Falcons making enough moves to 'peak' fans interest?

Carl and Mike get back into more football talk as they dicuss reports the Raiders will be showing interest in Kirk Cousins and share thoughts on if this would be a similar situation he was just in with the Falcons, in which Carl believes could be the most favorable situation for Cousins to land somewhere and play immediately, but questions for how long.

Mar 11, 202612 min

Ian Cunningham 'doing business' right way to build Falcons in free agency

Carl and Mike get into more football talk as they react to reports of the Falcons signing Azeez Ojulari and share thoughts on why they like the way Ian Cunningham is handling business in regards to how he is addressing needs of the team.

Mar 11, 202612 min

Tua Tagovailoa can bring more upside than expected for Falcons

Carl and Mike continue with Falcons talk as they share thoughts on why they believe some fans of the team may be feeling "luke warm" with the free agent additions including Tua Tagovailoa.

Mar 11, 202611 min

Falcons moving on from Kaden Ellis offers opportunity to improve defense

Carl and Mike get back into some NFL talk and share more thoughts on the Falcons not bringing Kaden Ellis, who agreed to a deal with the Saints, back and discuss why the move leaves them concerned about the linebacker room and if they will try and address adding to the room via the draft.

Mar 11, 202612 min

Uncertainty of Michael Penix Jr. being 'the guy' for Falcons is valid

Carl and Mike get into some brief Falcons talk as they share a few thoughts on whether or not there is validation for those who say they are unsure of Michael Penix Jr. in regards to being able to return and be the starting QB for the team and be successful.

Mar 11, 202613 min

Hawks 'coming together' at the right time to make playoff push

Carl and Mike get into some Hawks talk as they react to the teams win over the Mavericks for their seventh straight win and agree the things seem to be coming together at the right time in order for a playoff push.

Mar 11, 202612 min

Why Kaden Ellis was not worth 'the gamble' for Falcons

Carl and Mike open the show with Falcons talk as they share thoughts on Kaden Ellis moving on and signing with the Saints and discuss why they agree it would have been a gamble for the Falcons to agree to the terms Ellis received from the Saints due to the linebacker being just north of 30-years old. They also discuss the reports of the Falcons restructuring Jake Matthews contract and how that can impact the team in regards to free agents they may be eyeing.

Mar 11, 202611 min

3-10-26 Full Show

The full 3-10-26 show from Dukes and Bell.

Mar 10, 20262h 33m

Hr1 - Does Tua Tagovailoa signing put Falcons back at square one in the QB room?

2 O'clock Hour :00 - Carl and Mike open up the show with Falcons talk as they react to the late report of the team signing Christian Harris and agree the move feels like one in which they are simply looking to add depth at the position. They then get back into their thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa agreeing that the move is one which raises some confusion due to the fact Tua seemingly played in the pistol or shotgun just as much as Michael Penix Jr. :20 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they take calls from listeners to allow them to share their thoughts on the reported signing of Tua Tagovailoa. As they discus, Carl explains why he believes the decision races the question as to if the move can actually work for the Falcons. :40 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they share some thoughts on Drake London and when he may get his new deal with the Falcons and agree the Alec Pierce deal from the Colts may signal a big payday for London. They then get into some Hawks talk as they preview their matchup with the Mavericks and agree the team is trending in the right direction as they make a push to get out of the play-in round.

Mar 10, 202639 min

Hr2 - Michael Penix Jr. needs to embrace competition Falcons bring in

3 O’clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike continue with NFL talk as they continue to share thoughts on the latest free agency moves including the reports of the Falcons signing Tua Tagovailoa, which they agree the former Dolphins QB has yet to prove he can win in the NFL. :20 – Carl and Mike get back to football talk as they share thoughts on moves made around the NFL, both agreeing the Raiders appeared to have done really well as they signed several free agents including a few Georgia Bulldogs. They also discuss the reports of the Falcons informing Michael Penix Jr. of their plans to sign Tua Tagovailoa, which Carl believes was a good thing to do to help the Falcons QB embrace being wanting to compete and prove he deserves the QB1 role. :40 – Carl and Mike get into what's on DA-DA's mind as they discuss seeing Ronald Acuna Jr. run the bases in a WBC game, Walt Weiss still feeling good about the Braves despite the team dealing with pitching issues and if Jalen Johnson needs to find himself in MVP convos next season.

Mar 10, 202637 min

Hr3 - Dave Archer: 'Lot of good stuff to hang hat on' with Tua Tagovailoa signing

4 O'clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike continue with Falcons talk as they share some brief thoughts on whether or not the Falcons are in a better place now in comparison to how they were prior to Terry Fontenot's time as the team's GM. They then get into some Georgia football talk as they share thoughts on Gunner Stockton needing to be ready to meet elevated expectations this season. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Dave Archer as they discuss the Falcons reported signing of Tua Tagovailoa :40 - Carl and Mike get into some Guy Talk as they discuss how busy the Atlanta airport has been getting of late due to TSA workers not working as they deal with pay disputes, Mike finding himself pulling weeds and trimming crepe myrtles and

Mar 10, 202640 min

Hr4 - Falcons provide a 'less pressure' situation for Tua Tagovailoa

5 O'clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk with more thoughts on the team bringing in Tua Tagovailoa and discuss if the former Dolphins QB has done enough in his NFL career to give Falcons' fans optimism for him joining the team. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Brendan Tobin of WQAM as they discuss Tua Tagovailoa and why things went wrong for the QB with the Dolphins :40 – Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on the Hawks as they preview their matchup with the Mavericks tonight and discuss Jalen Johnson having the ability to bring 'name awareness' to himself if he able to lead the Hawks into the playoffs.

Mar 10, 202635 min

Jalen Johnson 'can bring more name awareness' leading Hawks on playoff run

Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on the Hawks as they preview their matchup with the Mavericks tonight and discuss Jalen Johnson having the ability to bring 'name awareness' to himself if he able able to lead the Hawks into the playoffs.

Mar 10, 202612 min

Falcons provide a 'less pressure' situation for Tua Tagovailoa

Carl and Mike are joined by Brendan Topin of WQAM as they discuss Tua Tagovailoa and why things went wrong for the QB with the Dolphins

Mar 10, 202610 min

Is Tua Tagovailoa's college pedigree enough to trust Falcons signing

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk with more thoughts on the team bringing in Tua Tagovailoa and discuss if the former Dophins QB has done enough in his NFL career to give Falcons' fans optimism for him joining the team.

Mar 10, 202611 min

Dave Archer: 'A lot of good stuff to hang hat on' with Tua Tagovailoa signing

Carl and Mike are joined by Dave Archer as they discuss the Falcons reported signing of Tua Tagovailoa

Mar 10, 202613 min

Why Falcons are in a 'better place' now than prior to Terry Fontenot's time

Carl and Mike continue with Falcons talk as they share some brief thoughts on whether or not the Falcons are in a better place now in comparison to how they were prior to Terry Fontenot's time as the team's GM.

Mar 10, 202613 min

Ronald Acuna Jr. looks ready for Braves to 'cut him loose' on the bases

Carl and Mike get into what's on DA-DA's mind as they discuss seeing Ronald Acuna Jr. run the bases in a WBC game, Walt Weiss still feeling good about the Braves despite the team dealing with pitching issues and if Jalen Johnson needs to find himself in MVP convos next season.

Mar 10, 202615 min

Michael Penix Jr. needs to embrace competition Falcons bring in

Carl and Mike get back to football talk as they share thoughts on moves made around the NFL, both agreeing the Raiders appeared to have done really well as they signed several free agents including a few Georgia Bulldogs. They also discuss the reports of the Falcons informing Michael Penix Jr. of their plans to sign Tua Tagovailoa, which Carl believes was a good thing to do to help the Falcons QB embrace being wanting to compete and prove he deserves the QB1 role.

Mar 10, 202611 min

Has Tua Tagovailoa done enough to prove he can win in the NFL?

Carl and Mike continue with NFL talk as they continue to share thoughts on the latest free agency moves including the reports of the Falcons signing Tua Tagovailoa, which they agree the former Dolphins QB has yet to prove he can win in the NFL.

Mar 10, 202613 min

Hawks still in an 'uphill battle' to get out of play-in round

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they share some thoughts on Drake London and when he may get his new deal with the Falcons and agree the Alec Pierce deal from the Colts may signal a big payday for London. They then get into some Hawks talk as they preview their matchup with the Mavericks and agree the team is trending in the right direction as they make a push to get out of the play-in round.

Mar 10, 202614 min

Can Falcons making Tua Tagovailoa signing work?

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they take calls from listeners to allow them to share their thoughts on the reported signing of Tua Tagovailoa. As they discus, Carl explains why he believes the decision races the question as to if the move can actually work for the Falcons.

Mar 10, 202611 min

Does Tua Tagovailoa signing put Falcons back at square one in the QB room?

Carl and Mike open up the show with Falcons talk as they react to the late report of the team signing Christian Harris and agree the move feels like one in which they are simply looking to add depth at the position. They then get back into their thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa agreeing that the move is one which raises some confusion due to the fact Tua seemingly played in the pistol or shotgun just as much as Michael Penix Jr.

Mar 10, 202614 min

3-9-26 Full Show

The full 3-9-26 Dukes and Bell.

Mar 9, 20262h 35m

Hr1 - 'It's ok to make Michael Penix Jr. earn' Falcons starting QB role

2 O'clock Hour :00 - 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. :20 – 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. :40 – 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.

Mar 9, 202638 min

Hr2 - Why Hawks are on track to be a 'serious player' in the Eastern Conference

3 O’clock Hour :00 – 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. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Wes Durham as they discuss Georgia Tech firing Damon Stoudamire :40 – Carl and Mike get into What's on DA-DA's Mind as

Mar 9, 202639 min

Hr3 - Could Drake London's payday be more than Falcons should agree to

4 O'clock Hour :00 – 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. :20 – 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. :40 - 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.

Mar 9, 202639 min

Hr4 - NBA reportedly pulls the plug on Hawks' 'Magic City Night'

5 O'clock Hour :00 – 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 dreal being in Tua's future with the Falcons assuming things do not work out with Michael Penix Jr. :20 – Carl and Mike come back and react to reports of the NBA cancelling the Hawks' "Magic City Night" promotion. :40 – 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'.

Mar 9, 202637 min

Falcons doing 'a good job seeing what needs to be addressed'

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'.

Mar 9, 202613 min

NBA reportedly pull the plug on Hawks' 'Magic City Night'

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

Mar 9, 202611 min

Why Tua Tagovailoa could have 'a long-term future' with Falcons if signing him

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.

Mar 9, 202612 min

Falcons reportedly signing Tua Tagovailoa per ESPN

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.

Mar 9, 202615 min

Could Drake London's payday be more than Falcons should agree to

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.

Mar 9, 20268 min

Falcons make a 'depth' move with signing of DE Cameron Thomas

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.

Mar 9, 202615 min

Georgia Tech must spend correctly 'in the portal' to improve basketball

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

Mar 9, 202614 min

Falcons made 'smart business' decision not matching Tyler Allgeier Cardinals deal

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.

Mar 9, 202613 min

Falcons signing Jahan Dotson a move 'with a lot of upside'

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.

Mar 9, 202611 min

'It's ok to make Michael Penix Jr. earn' Falcons starting QB role

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.

Mar 9, 202614 min

Why Falcons would have to give Tua Tagovailoa 'a chance to compete' as QB1

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.

Mar 9, 202613 min

3-6-26 Full Show

The full 3-6-26 Dukes and Bell

Mar 6, 20263h 15m

Hr1 - We're getting closer and closer to the start of NFL free agency

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

Mar 6, 202639 min

Hr2 - Is there added pressure for Penix to be ready for Week 1?

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

Mar 6, 202641 min

Hr3 - Hawks with a chance to make a lot of noise in the East before the playoffs

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

Mar 6, 202640 min

Hr4 - Chipper providing 3rd set of eyes in North Port

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

Mar 6, 202637 min

Chipper down at Spring Training to provide 3rd set of eyes

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

Mar 6, 202610 min

Draft is light on key WRs, so do you take one in the 2nd

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

Mar 6, 202612 min

We set the record straight on the Hawks and Magic City night

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.

Mar 6, 202615 min