Dukes & Bell

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk and discuss why despite the failures of this season, Raheem Morris still has support of fans who believe he should be awarded another opportunity to return as head coach next season

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they discuss the interest level from fans in regards to the direction the franchise turns when it is time to make a decision on Raheem Morris, Terry Fontenot and several players. As they discuss, they debate whether or not the change and improvement the Falcons have displayed in the past couple of weeks is enough for the franchise to stay the course with its current coaching staff.

Carl and Mike get back into some football talk as they discuss their interaction with an Alabama fan and 49ers fan and then get back to Falcons talk as they share thoughts on how well of a season the Falcons may have next season if they move on from Raheem Morris. As they discuss, they share thoughts on the team bringing in a consulting group to evaluate how healthy the team's operations are.

Carl and Mike are joined by Connor Riley as they discuss Georgia continuing to prepare for the CFP as they now know they will be facing Ole Miss

Carl and Mike are joined by Dave Archer as they discuss the Falcons and if the team learning to win is happening at the right time.

Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they share some thoughts on the uncertainty of Michael Penix Jr. 's return and his ability to be at full enough strength to produce at the level in which he was expected. As their discussion continues, they note why they believe the Falcons must still have the need to go and get a quarterback this offseason due to the fact that in order to ensure their season gets off to a good start.

Falcons talk as they share thoughts on the importance of the Falcons to play like they are trying to prove it in regards to becoming a team that has figured out how to win big games. As they discuss, they agree should the Falcons lose badly to the Rams on Monday, Raheem Morris will likely not return to the team next season.

Carl and Mike open up the show with some Falcons talk as they react to news of Bijan Robinson and Chris Lindstrom being selected to the Pro Bowl and agree the talent level on the team is good enough for their to have been a couple more players selected had the season not gone the way it has from players dealing with injuries to questionable coaching.

The full 12-22-25 show from Dukes and Bell.

Another late season win brings more of the same unanswered questions. The talent evaluation may be the thing to save Terry's job. The fundamental problem with Penix right now - health.

Good teams don't make the mistakes the Falcons have in 2025. One play in one game changes playoff fortunes for two teams. Carl and Mike's trust in the Raiders leads to trouble.

Dawg navigating time off as best they can before Sugar Bowl. An unfortunate mix of continuity and mediocrity surrounding Falcons. Did Bill Simmons let slip a big Kelce/Swift secret?

The question for the last 2 games - is it time for a change. Callers weigh in on if there's a change coming. Whatever is the decision, teams needs less mediocrity

Carl and Mike hit the Falcons report, and discuss what the last two games could mean for the future of this Falcons staff, and for Kyle Pitts as well.

Carl and Mike break down why this season has been an unfortunate mix of settling and reaching at the same time for the Falcons.

The guys hear audio from Kirby Smart ahead of the Sugar Bowl matchup, and how this team has been prepping and preparing with the time off.

Carl and Mike hit NFL Blitz and discuss the pass interference call from the Lions/Steelers game that put the Steelers in the driver's seat in the AFC North, and put the Lions in an almost impossible scenario to clinch a wildcard spot.

Carl and Mike break down the losing streak for the Falcons this season vs where they are right now, and how the playoff NFL teams right now don't put themselves in the spots the Falcons have this season.

The guys take more calls from listeners on the Falcons win, and discuss the comments made by another on-air personality at the station on Penix and Tyler Shough. The fundamental problem right now with Penix is not his head; it's his health.

Carl and Mike take calls on the Falcons win, and what this team could do with the futures of Raheem, Kyle Pitts, and Terry Fontenot.

The Falcons get another late season win, this time over the lowly Cards, and the guys ask the same questions as the week before...where the heck was the offense and this version of Kyle Pitts early in the season??!! This recent good run doesn't get Raheem off the hook.

The full 12-19-25 show from Dukes and Bell.

They should've stopped making Avatar movies after the first one. Kirk Cousins never stopped believing he could be a starting QB. Trae returns, but perimeter defense still a struggle.

Even in a loss, Matt Stafford may have just wrapped up the MVP. Falcons, unlike others, don't know what they have in young QB. Carl does the ultimate heel turn...and takes the Sooners over Bama.

In the 3rd hour of today's show, the guys preview this weekend's first round of CFP games. Steve Koonin joins for his weekly chat.

Kirk Cousins chats with Carl and Mike LIVE. Oklahoma can stymie Bama's offense. The Cardinals needs to be a win for the Falcons.

Hawks CEO Steve Koonin joins to discuss the loss to Charlotte, the return of Trae, and the expectations the team had for what they'd get from Kristaps this season.

Carl and Mike break down the first round of CFP games, and if James Madison and Tulane will be able to have impressive showings against Power 5 opponents.

The Commanders know what they have in their young QB. The Broncos, and Pats do as well. Carl and Mike discuss why this isn't the case with the Falcons.

The guys hit 4th and 1 - Stafford with another impressive line, even in a loss. He may have just wrapped taken the lead in the MVP race.

Carl and Mike discuss the Hawks loss last night to the Hornets, and the return of Trae. It was good to get him back, but this team is still struggling in defending the perimeter.

Bryant McFadden joins to recap last night's TNF football win for the Seahawks, the QB change in Miami, and why Kirk Cousins is having success right now.

The full 12-18-25 show from Dukes and Bell.

Why Bill Belichick is still not the answer for Falcons at head coach. Can Falcons make right adjustments to maximize Pitts, London production? Do Falcons free agents have enough belief in team to return?

Time for Falcons to move on from 'the old for the new'. Georgia Tech must be up to challenge of 'gauntlet schedule'. Texas Longhorns welcome back a familiar face in Will Muschamp.

Kirby Smart's intense coaching keeps Georgia players from taking days off. Falcons have to give second thought on moving on from Kyle Pitts. Yes 'Die Hard' is a Christmas movie

Carl and Mike briefly discuss the Falcons and the latest on injuries including Drake London who hopes to make his way back to the field against the Cardinals on Sunday, which they agree the Falcons must find a way for the offense to be dynamic with London and Kyle Pitts. They then get into Hawks talk and explain why they believe the team is not better without Trae Young, however believe it will be important for what has been successful in his absence to continue when he returns.

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they revisit their conversation from earlier in which they explain why they would not be interested in the Falcons hiring Bill Belichick if they moved on from Raheem Morris, following reports there is upper-level personnel with the Falcons who are still fond of the UNC coach as a potential candidate for Atlanta.

Carl and Mike are joined by Wes Durham as they discuss the Falcons and Kirk Cousins appearing to be more comfortable operating the Falcons offense and why the team may have to give second thought on if they want to move on from Kyle Pitts.

Carl and Mike get into some Georgia talk as they share thoughts on audio of Kirby Smart going off on his team and Carl notes it is no surprise due to the fact Smart is known for coaching with intensity and also produces winning results and his style keeps players from taking days off while they have time before their next game.

Carl and Mike are joined by Chad Bishop to discuss the latest on Georgia Tech including the recent departure of coaches and players announcing their intent to hit the transfer portal.

Carl and Mike get into more football talk and discuss whether the Falcons need to take into consideration it being time for the franchise to start moving on "from the old to the new," like in the case of Jake Matthews and Kyle Pitts. They then react to other NFL headlines including the Dolphins benching of Tua.