Carl and Mike get into Guy Talk as they discuss whether or not Trae Young should be considered a super star in which they agree he provided great moments, however has set to elevate to super star status.
Carl and Mike get into some brief Hawks talk as they share more thoughts on the trade of Trae Young and agree in there being disappointed in the fact the team was not able to achieve success with the All-Star guard. They then share more thoughts on Arthur Blank's press conference and discuss the team owner's comments in regards to the team being viewed as not having real direction.
Carl and Mike get back into some more Hawks talk as they share more thoughts on the trade of Trae Young and why the team made the right decision. They then get into some NFL headlines as they react to the Dolphins firing Mike McDaniel and note how Arthur Blank mentioned the new head coach does not have the responsibility of retaining any of the current coaching staff, in particular Jeff Ulbrich, who did a good job this season with the defense.
Carl and Mike are joined by Zach Klein as they discuss the possibility of Matt Ryan becoming the Falcons president of football and why the Hawks trading Trae Young was a good move.
Carl and Mike get into some Hawks talk as they react to the trade of Trae Young and share their thoughts on why they believe it was time for both parties to come to mutual separation, however it is unfortunate the Hawks were never able to reach expectations placed on the franchise with Young.
Carl and Mike open up the show with thoughts on what they took away from Arthur Blank's press conference as he spoke for the first time since the firing of Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot. As they discuss, Carl notes he believes Blank's statement in regards to being surprised by the consulting firm's finding of a lack of clarity and vision for the team, which Carl believes has led to the team creating the president of football role.
The full 1-7-26 show from Dukes and Bell.
:00 - Carl and Mike open up the show with Falcons talk as they share thoughts on the coaching candidates for the team's head coach vacancy and discuss if it is better for the team to have what fans want versus what the team may need for head coach. As their conversation continued, they agreed John Harbaugh would be their lead candidate for the Falcons job due to the fact he has proven he knows how to build culture and is a leader of men. :20 – Carl and Mike come back with some more football talk...
:00 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk and address a question from a listener in which they were asked to share their thoughts on if the concerns surrounding the quarterback situation gives leverage to candidates interviewing for the head coach position. As they discuss, Carl explains he believes a less experienced HC, such as Klint Kubiak, may not be able to come in and have as much say about the QB situation as someone like a John Harbaugh. :20 – Carl and Mike come back and briefly react...
:00 – Carl and Mike briefly share more thoughts on John Harbaugh and reports he was unwilling to move on from Todd Monken being one of the reasons for the Ravens deciding to move on from the longtime Baltimore Coach. They then get into some college football talk as they react to the various players who have entered the transfer portal and agree the transfer window needs to be changed. :20 – Carl and Mike get back to more Hawks talk as they react to reports of CJ McCollum not playing tonight for ...
:00 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they share thoughts on what they expect to hear from Arthur Blank when he hosts his press conference on Thursday, which they believe the Falcons' owner will be addressing the president, general manager and head coach roles which they need to fill. As they discuss, they also continue to explain why they believe John Harbaugh is a guy who "brings accountability" to the head coach position. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Steve Wyche as they discuss...
Carl and Mike close out the show with with final thoughts on why they believe Trae Young is likely going to be traded to the Wizards as it was reported Young has them as his top destination and as they discuss, Mike believes the reason Young is likely happy with being traded to Washington is due to the fact he can get an extension.
Carl and Mike are joined by Steve Wyche as they discuss the latest NFL headlines and why John Harbaugh is the right fit for the Falcons
Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they share thoughts on what they expect to hear from Arthur Blank when he hosts his press conference on Thursday, which they believe the Falcons' owner will be addressing the president, general manager and head coach roles which they need to fill. As they discuss, they also continue to explain why they believe John Harbaugh is a guy who "brings accountability" to the head coach position.
Carl and Mike get back to more Hawks talk as they react to reports of CJ McCollum not playing tonight for the Wizards, which leads the guys to believe the chances of Young being traded to the Wizards may likely happen sooner than later as it is assumed Atlanta would receive McCollum in return. They then get back to Falcons talk and share why they believe the Falcons have to be all in on bringing in John Harbaugh if the team does want to hire him as the new head coach.
Carl and Mike briefly share more thoughts on John Harbaugh and reports he was unwilling to move on from Todd Monken being one of the reasons for the Ravens deciding to move on from the longtime Baltimore Coach. They then get into some college football talk as they react to the various players who have entered the transfer portal and agree the transfer window needs to be changed.
Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk and react to comments by Joel Corry as he shared with them why he believes the modification of Kirk Cousins' contract is likely signaling the veteran QB is moving on.
Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk and address a question from a listener in which they were asked to share their thoughts on if the concerns surrounding the quarterback situation gives leverage to candidates interviewing for the head coach position. As they discuss, Carl explains he believes a less experienced HC, such as Klint Kubiak, may not be able to come in and have as much say about the QB situation as someone like a John Harbaugh.
Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk and revisit when some fans wanted the Falcons to hire Bill Belichick and discuss why they believe the former NFL coach's current situation at UNC may prove why what some want will not always work out for the best. They then share thoughts on why the recently released Falcons' 2026 opponents schedule puts more emphasis on the team getting their coaching hire right.
Carl and Mike come back with some more football talk as they react to Ty Simpson announcing he is declaring for the NFL draft and share their thoughts on why they believe the Alabama QB should return for another season to increase his stock. They then get back to Falcons talk and discuss why they believe the Falcons are in a critical situation in regards to who they hire for the head coach due to the fact they will have to figure out the QB situations to start 2026 assuming Michael Penix Jr. is ...
Carl and Mike open up the show with Falcons talk as they share thoughts on the coaching candidates for the team's head coach vacancy and discuss if it is better for the team to have what fans want versus what the team may need for head coach. As their conversation continued, they agreed John Harbaugh would be their lead candidate for the Falcons job due to the fact he has proven he knows how to build culture and is a leader of men.
The full 1-6-26 show from Dukes and Bell.
:00 - Carl and Mike open up the show with Falcons talk as they react to reports of the team and Kirk Cousins agreeing to modify the final two years of his contract to which the guys agree it is a win, win situation for bothy eh Falcons and Cousins and ultimately should Cousins return to the Falcons, they believe with the uncertainty of Michael Penix Jr.'s return, the veteran QB would be the best option for the team in 2026. :20 – Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they share more though...
:00 – Carl and Mike get into more football talk and share thoughts on NFL chief national reporter, Steve Wyche, who stated he believes the Falcons HC vacancy is the most attractive of all the current vacancies. As they discuss, they agree with Wyche's statements, noting the talent on both sides of the ball for the Falcons being a reason the head coach position may be the best opportunity for a candidate to come in and win now. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Dave Archer as they discuss the lat...
:00 – Carl and Mike are joined by Connor Riley as they discuss the latest on the Georgia Bulldogs and why Kirby Smart is the most responsible for Georgia's Sugar Bowl loss. :20 – Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they address some of questions from listeners in regards to the Falcons 'not having a quarterback' for next season, to which they explain they have concerns with there being no timeline for Michael Penix Jr.'s return and the uncertainty of a Kirk Cousins returning, the franchi...
:00 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they discuss Matt Ryan having yet to be interviewed for the president of football position and why Kevin Stefanski would be a good fit for the head coaching position due to the fact of his relationship with Kirk Cousins, assuming the Falcons bring Cousins back to start the 2026 season. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Joel Corry as they discuss the Kirk Cousins contract modification and what it may mean for the QB's future in Atlanta. :40 – Carl a...
Carl and Mike close out the show with thoughts on why the Falcons should make it a priority to speak with John Harbaugh as soon as possible for the head coach vacancy, agreeing the veteran coach has proven he knows how to build a winning culture.
Carl and Mike are joined by Joel Corry as they discuss the Kirk Cousins contract modification and what it may mean for the QB's future ini Atlanta.
Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they discuss Matt Ryan having yet to be interviewed for the president of football position and why Kevin Stefanski would be a good fit for the head coaching position due to the fact of his relationship with Kirk Cousins, assuming the Falcons bring Cousins back to start the 2026 season.
Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they address some of questions from listeners in regards to the Falcons 'not having a quarterback' for next season, to which they explain they have concerns with there being no timeline for Michael Penix Jr.'s return and the uncertainty of a Kirk Cousins returning, the franchise essentially may be starting 2026 without a starting quarterback if they do not bring someone in to be a backup if Cousins is gone.
