Dukes & Bell

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell dispute SB Nation's ranking of the Atlanta Falcons' defensive line as the league's worst, highlighting the team's high sack count from last season. They also break down the Protect College Sports Act, examine NFL offseason arrests like Josh Jacobs, and discuss Onsi Saleh’s promotion within the Atlanta Hawks front office. 02:04 - NFL Offseason Legal Issues 05:20 - Tua On Mi...

Carl and Mike react to Kirby Smart's bold comments regarding the SEC's potential independence and the conference's "nuclear option" for setting its own rules. Dukes & Bell also discuss Onsi Saleh's promotion with the Hawks, the details of the Protect College Sports Act, and Michael Penix Jr.'s progress at Falcons OTAs. 03:20 - Kirby Smart SEC Independence 09:21 - Protect College Sports Act 16:50 -...

Dukes and Bell analyze Tua Tagovailoa's approach to learning a new system and his perspective on competing with Michael Penix Jr. They welcome Grant McAuley to discuss Michael Harris II’s development and the Braves' rotation strength. The conversation also explores Kirby Smart’s comments on college football rules and recent Hawks organizational updates. 01:50 - Tua vs Michael Penix Jr. 06:02 - Tua...

Carl and Mike close out with more Falcons talk as they react to Jeff Ulbrich saying the Falcons safety tandom of Jessie Bates III and Xavier Watts is the best one he has been around, to which the guys agree with and believe it will be important for Bates to remain with the team as he has proven he is able to produce at a high level despite being older. They then get back to comments by Kirby Smart...

Carl and Mike are joined by Grant McAuley as they discuss the lastest on the Braves

Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they react to comments by Tua Tagovailoa as he addressed learning a new system under Kevin Stefanski and balancing support for Michael Penix Jr. and having the understandin he is also competing with the third-year QB for the opportunity to win the starting job.

Carl and Mike get into more Hawks talk as they share more thoughts on the Hawks promoting Onsi Saleh to president of basketball operations as well as giving him a long-term extension, agreeing this signals the team having faith in what Saleh can do for the franchise. They then get back to Falcons talk as they continue to react to hearing from coaches and players who spoke to the media today.

Carl and Mike get into some college football talk as they share thoughts on the latest news out of the SEC spring meetings and the potential impact of the Protect College Sports Act should the bill eventually pass. They also react to Kirby Smart's comments in regards to not being afraid to say the SEC potentially needing to break away to keep integrity and consistency within the conference. As the...

Carl and Mike get back to some Falcons talk as they react to a report in which the Falcons are listed as having the worst defesnsive line in the NFL ahead of the upcoming season. As they discuss, they agree the team has to improve in stopping the run, however do not believe the Falcons should be considered as having the worst defensive line in the league.

Carl and Mike get into NFL headlines including Kevin Stefanski stating there is no new update in regards to James Pearce Jr. and his case however has been in communication with the league as well as Pearce Jr.'s camps. They also share thoughts on comments from Tua Tagovailoa who had high praise of Michael Penix Jr. and Zachariah Branch.

Carl and Mike come back with some Braves talk as they share thoughts on the team's win over the Red Sox and praise the performance of Michael Harris Jr. as he finished 4-4 with a 2-run homerun and question how patient the Braves will be with Ha-Seong Kim as he has been struggling of late at the plate and in the field. They then get back into Falcons talk as they react to comments from Kevin Stefan...

Carl and Mike get into some NBA talk as they discuss Victor Wembanyama skipping the media session following the Spurs Game 5 loss and agree that the Spurs All-Star should have been penalized because they believe had it been another player, like Draymond Green, would have been fined for the actions. they then get back to Hawks talk and share more thoughts on the team reportedly expected to sign Ons...

Carl and Mike open the show with their thoughts on reports that the Hawks are signing Onsi Saleh to a long-term extension and promoting him to President of Basketball Operations and agree Saleh has proven he has he has the right mindset to make the tough decisions for the franchise.

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Mike returns to the studio with Carl to discuss his recent social media hack and the latest video of Michael Penix Jr. from Falcons camp. They examine legal developments involving James Pearce Jr. and speak with Tony Gwynn Jr. about the Braves' performance and Shohei Ohtani's MVP form. The discussion also evaluates the Knicks' playoff run, James Harden's performance, and news from the SEC spring m...

The conversation focuses on the internal pressure Michael Penix Jr. may feel to return to form and the comparisons being made to Tua Tagovailoa’s recovery. They also discuss legal matters involving Brian Flores and James Pierce Jr., alongside a humorous anecdote about a mistaken anniversary upgrade at a luxury resort. 01:59 - Internal Pressure on Penix Jr. 05:01 - Politics in the Locker Room 08:51...

They discuss the legacy of Bob Horner and the Braves' dominance while weighing the urgency for trade reinforcements. Connor Riley joins to break down the SEC spring meetings, focusing on Kirby Smart's critiques of the CFP committee and the transition at Alabama. The recap also covers the historic finish at the Indy 500 and a tribute to a fallen NASCAR figure. 01:50 - Bob Horner Legacy 06:47 - CFP...

Carl and Mike reflect on the passing of Braves legend Bob Horner and his significant influence on Atlanta sports history. They dive into the current Falcons coaching dynamics and the physical progress of quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. Grant McAuley joins the conversation to provide injury updates for the Braves' pitching rotation before their series against the Red Sox. 01:20 -...

Grant McAuley joins the program to reflect on the life and legacy of Braves legend Bob Horner following his passing at age 68. They also examine the recent series loss to the Nationals, provide injury updates on several key pitchers, and preview the upcoming matchup against the Boston Red Sox. 01:00 - Remembering Legend Bob Horner 03:38 - Weekend Series Recap 04:48 - Pitching Injury Timelines 08:2...

Carl and Mike evaluate the shift toward a more demanding culture within the Falcons organization, citing insights from A.J. Terrell. They examine the extensive coaching support system surrounding the quarterback room, specifically focusing on Michael Penix Jr. and the veteran starter. They also reflect on the legacy of former Braves star Bob Horner. 01:00 - Remembering Bob Horner 01:54 - A.J. Terr...

Dukes and Bell evaluate the Atlanta Braves' impressive start to the season and debate if Alex Anthopoulos should trade for offensive depth. They also provide updates on the pitching rotation's health and review hitting coach Tim Hyers' work with Michael Harris II. 01:11 - Braves Trade Market 03:49 - Rotation Insurance Needs 06:51 - Braves Pitching Updates 09:38 - Tim Hyers On Hitting

Dukes and Bell honor the legacy of Bob Horner before shifting focus to the SEC spring meetings in Destin. Guest Connor Riley joins to analyze Kirby Smart's comments on the SEC potentially breaking away and the evolving recruiting landscape for Georgia. 01:20 - Remembering Bob Horner 04:30 - SEC Championship Future 07:41 - SEC Independence Debate 11:45 - Georgia Recruiting Trends 14:50 - Alabama an...

Dukes and Bell analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' decision to keep Kenny Atkinson and the legal complexities surrounding James Pearce Jr. They also explore the pressure on Michael Penix Jr. to return to full health while competing in the Falcons' high-stakes quarterback room. 01:01 - Cavs Retain Kenny Atkinson 01:44 - James Pearce Jr. Legal News 04:43 - Michael Penix Jr. Recovery Pressure

Dukes and Bell hit 4th and 1 and examine the recovery timeline for Michael Penix Jr. and the internal drive pushing him to return. They also debate the fallout of Jaxson Dart's political stance in the locker room and share Jason Kelce's concerns regarding the NFL's expanding broadcast schedule. 01:29 - Michael Penix Jr. Recovery 04:02 - Politics In The Locker Room 09:20 - Brian Flores Lawsuit Upda...

Dukes and Bell analyze Kirby Smart's warning regarding the SEC's willingness to go independent if uniform rules aren't established, contrasting his stance with Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti. MLB insider Tony Gwynn Jr. joins to evaluate the dominance of Ronald Acuña Jr. and the Atlanta Braves, while also discussing Shohei Ohtani's dual-threat MVP potential. They conclude by examining the San Di...