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Carl and Mike come back with more college football talk and share thoughts on how important they believe it will be for LSU to have a successful season and it must start with them winning their season opener due to the fact the Tigers have not won a season opener since Brian Kelly has taken over.

Carl and Mike come back and react to speculations of Nick Saban returning to the sidelines to coach college football and as they discuss, both agree the legendary coach has nothing to prove by returning to coaching. They also share some thoughts on Hugh Freeze speaking and believe he did not appear to be bothered by the scrutiny he has been receiving in regards to being seen out playing golf during a time Auburn is preparing for the season.

Carl and Mike open up the show with some brief thoughts on the MLB home run derby and how well they believe the event was. They then get into some college football talk and share thoughts on Kirby Smart's comments in regards to the state of the college game and why he believes in regards to NIL, his challenge is the type of culture the amounts of money players are getting creates. They also react to sound from Gunner Stockton as he spoke about whether he feels like the Dawgs are his team.

The full 7-14-25 show from Dukes and Bell.

In the opening hour of today's show, the guys offer their thoughts on the excitement of the All-Star game being this week, but the Braves not playing well in the first half of the season.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, the guys hit 4th and 1. ESPN's Elle Duncan joins to talk about the 50 states in 50 days for ESPN, and her journey to ESPN.

In the 3rd hour of today's show, we hit the Dawg Report and chat with Connor Riley.

In the 4th hour of today's show, the guys hit the Falcons report.

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Carl and Mike get into some Falcons talk as they react to breaking news of Garrett Wilson getting a new 4-yr, $130M contract extension and why they believe this will have an impact on how the Falcons will have to address Drake London contract talks, especially if he has another great season.

Carl and Mike come back and share some thoughts on FOX Sports 1 announcing the release of several shows which featured Keyshawn Johnson, Paul Pierce, Joy Taylor, Mark Schlereth and others. As they discuss, they weigh in on what route the network may go in regards to replacing the shows and talent.

Carl and Mike are joined by Connor Riley as he shares some of the updates from day one of SEC Media Days

Carl and Mike continue with their sit down with Elle Duncan as she shares thoughts on the Hawks and moves they have made this offseason and why Trae Young does not deserve to be called a selfish player and is really a guy players should want to play with.

Carl and Mike come back with more brief thoughts on comments from Greg Sankey and how the SEC and Big Ten are still apart on the CFP expansion, however agree should the two conferences eventually end up on the same page, they will determine the fate of the CFP. They then get into some Braves talk and share thoughts on Ozzie Albies and why the team may have to make a decision on their future with the second baseman if his batting struggles continue.

Carl and Mike come back with more thoughts on the All-Star game and why they believe it is a "buzz kill' the event is in Atlanta however the Braves are having the type of season they are having.

Carl and Mike open up the show with a brief recap of their time off and then look ahead to the home run derby and all-star game as well as SEC Media Days. They then talk briefly about the Braves as they agree that the team seemingly cannot catch a break as they announced Austin Riley was placed on the 10-day IL. As their conversation continued, they share why they believe the team is caught in the crosshair and the front office has some 'tough decisions' to make if they decide to be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline.

The full 7-11-25 show from Dukes and Bell.

In the opening hour of the show, John recaps a Braves series loss to the A's. We chat with Bryant McFadden.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, we hit 4th and 1. Jim Bowden says the Braves aren't blowing this thing up.

In the 3rd hour of today's show, we hit the Dawg report. Steve Koonin talks about what he's looking forward to the most at Summer League for the Hawks.

In the final hour of the show, John discusses what he's looking forward to the most at SEC media days.

John closes out the show with final thoughts on the big weekend and week ahead for Atlanta as Beyonce, the MLB All-Star Game and SEC Media Days will all be taking place.

John is joined by Grant McAuley as they discuss the Braves loss to the A's on Thursday and what will be most important for the team to focus on in the second half of the season.

ohn gets into some Falcons talk as he shares thoughts on Bijan Robinson stating he wants their offense to become the best in the NFL. As he discusses, John asks the question, can the offense produce at a championship level in order for the team to be in contention, believing talent wise, the Falcons have all the right pieces.

John is joined by Steve Koonin as they discuss the Hawks offseason and the expectations for the upcoming season

John gets into some college football talk and shares some thoughts on why he believes several coaches will be asked if they believe they are on the hot seat in the upcoming season and why Kirby Smart will not answer questions about who Georgia's starting QB is.

John comes back and gets into some more Braves talk and shares thoughts on comments by Jim Bowden in which he addressed how the Braves may make some changes to their roster however does not believe there's any chance they would move on from Ronald Acuna Jr., however he does acknowledge their are teams reportedly interested in Sean Murphy, who he believes they would be willing to move on from.

John gets into some NFL talk and shares some thoughts on teams he believes will make the playoffs.

John comes back and gets into some of the top sports headlines including Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner winning their respective semifinals matches to set up men's final at Wimbledon, the Hawks opening their summer league today against Miami, as John believes Kobe Bufkin must prove he has a role on the team and the Thunder giving Jalen Williams a 5-yr max rookie extension which could reach $287M.

John is joined by Bryant McFadden as they look ahead to the start of training camp and big name players with uncertainty around their season as they are in the midst of contract talks.

John opens up the show with some thoughts on the Braves and their loss to the A's on Thursday and asks the question "where do we go from here with the team as it is apparent they will miss out on the playoffs this season. As he discusses, John believes at this point, the Braves must play to show direction towards next season and shares thoughts on whether or not Brian Snitker will be back as the team's manager next season, to which he believes the Braves will not fire him, however he will likely retire.

The full 7-10 show from Dukes and Bell.

In the first hour of today's show, Fricke recaps a big Braves win, but looks ahead to what this team could look like the rest of this season and next.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Fricke breaks down why the Braves need a strong finish this season.

In the 3rd hour, Fricke chat with Falcons reporter Joe Patrick.

In the 4th hour of today's show, the guys break down the Hawks offseason.

John closes out the show with final thoughts on the Braves and why at this point in the season with the team likely to miss the playoffs this season, seeing players like Michael Harris II and Ozzie Albies finish the season strong will give hope for next season.

John is joined by Grant McAuley as they discuss the state of the Braves and why the Braves have no intention of trading Ronald Acuna Jr.

John gets into some Falcons talk and shares some thoughts on why he believes Kirk Cousins does not necessarily need to be mentored by Michael Penix Jr. however he did find it interesting that Penix Jr. was interviewed by Michael Penix Jr. in which he said a successful season for him means they reach the playoffs.

John comes back and shares some thoughts on recent comments by Deion Sanders as he spoke during Big 12 Media Days and notes he believes this season we will really learn who he is as a coach now that he has to move on without Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter.

John is joined by Joe Patrick as they look ahead to Falcons training camp and what expectations for the team should be this season.

John gets into some college football talk as he reacts to a list in which Kirby Smart was ranked number one on a list of top ten coaches heading into the 2025 season and an article which states Colbie Young will be Georgia's most important offensive player this season.