Falcons 'hit it' with hiring of GM who's been around winning
Carl and Mike are joined by Bryant McFadden as they discuss the latest NFL headlines and the Falcons hiring of Ian Cunningham.
Jan 30, 2026•16 min
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'So many things to like' about Falcons hiring of Ian Cunningham
Carl and Mike get back into more Falcons talk as they continue to discuss why they believe there "are so many things to like" about the hiring of Ian Cunningham and the Falcons did the right thing by not rushing their decision on choosing their new GM.
Jan 30, 2026•12 min
Hawks 'working to be a better team' and make a playoff push
Carl and Mike are joined by Steve Koonin as they discuss the latest on the Hawks and whether or not the team is content with sticking and building around their young core.
Jan 30, 2026•13 min
Why Falcons biggest concern may be addressing defensive personnel
Carl and Mike get into some brief Hawks talk as they share some thoughts on whether or not the team should make a move by the trade deadline, however Atlanta appears to be content to focus on their young core of players instead of making a splash to make a playoff push now. They then get into more Falcons talk as they note several players on the defensive side of the ball who may no longer be with the team due to free agency and share thoughts on the need for interior players defensively.
Jan 30, 2026•12 min
Ian Cunningham brings a 'pedigree' which can benefit the Falcons
Carl and Mike open the show discussing how they met long time listener Suede, who was a longtime photographer, who was the photographer for OJ and Nicole Simpson. They then get into some Falcons talk and share their thoughts on the hiring of Ian Cunningham as the new GM and agree the "pedigree' he brings is something to be excited about.
Jan 30, 2026•11 min
1-29-26 Full Show
The full 1-29-26 show from Dukes and Bell.
Jan 29, 2026•2 hr 19 min
Hr1 - 'Still plenty of time to decide if Michael Penix Jr. will work for Falcons
2 O'clock Hour :00 - Carl and Mike open up the show with some Falcons talk as they share thoughts on why they it is ok to say that currently they do not know what Michael Penix Jr. is as he yet to play under center for an entire season and there still needs to be time before determining whether or not Penix Jr. will work out for the Falcons. :20 – Carl and Mike get into Hawks talk as they react to their win over the Celtics for their fourth straight win and as they discuss, they share thoughts o...
Jan 29, 2026•35 min
Hr2 - Why Bill Belichick being left off HOF ballot 'is personal'
3 O’clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike get back into some football talk as they react to Bill Polian's son, Brian speaking out in defense of his father, after the former Colts GM fell under scrutiny for his perceived role in Bill Belichick being left off the Hall of Fame ballot. As they discuss, they agree that regardless of whether or not Polian voted for Belichick or not, the former Patriots head coach being left off the ballot comes off as being 'personal'. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by John ...
Jan 29, 2026•28 min
Hr3 - Falcons success will rely on Kevin Stefanski relationship with his QB
4 O'clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike get into some brief football talk as they share some thoughts on the importance of the new head coaches around the NFL, including Kevin Stefanski, building a relationship with their respective quarterbacks if they hope to have any success this upcoming season and beyond. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Brad Guzan as they discuss his new role as Atlanta United's ambassador and sporting adviser. :40 - Carl and Mike continue their conversation with Brad Guzan as...
Jan 29, 2026•38 min
Hr4 - Despite injuries, Falcons 'not ready to give up' on Michael Penix Jr.
5 O'clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they share some more thoughts on comments from Michael Penix Jr. as he was interviewed by Zach Klein and discussed how he plans to establish a relationship with new head coach Kevin Stefanski and OC Tommy Rees as well as how much he will lean on Matt Ryan when the opportunity presents itself. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Mike Griffith as they discuss how some of the Georgia players have looked down at the senior bowl. :40 – Ca...
Jan 29, 2026•38 min
Why there's 'a lot of positives' on Kevin Stefanski as Falcons head coach
Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on the Falcons as they react to The Morning Shift's conversation with Joe Thomas, who said Bijan Robinson is a perfect fit for what Kevin Stefanski will bring to the Falcons offense.
Jan 29, 2026•12 min
'All kinds of politics' playing role in Georgia players lack of showing at Senior Bowl
Carl and Mike are joined by Mike Griffith as they discuss how some of the Georgia players have looked down at the senior bowl.
Jan 29, 2026•15 min
Despite injuries, Falcons 'not ready to give up' on Michael Penix Jr.
Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they share some more thoughts on comments from Michael Penix Jr. as he was interviewed by Zach Klein and discussed how he plans to establish a relationship with new head coach Kevin Stefanski and OC Tommy Rees as well as how much he will lean on Matt Ryan when the opportunity presents itself.
Jan 29, 2026•10 min
Brad Guzan on new Atlanta United role: 'I knew I wanted to stay in the game'
Carl and Mike are joined by Brad Guzan as they discuss his new role as Atlanta United's ambassador and sporting adviser.
Jan 29, 2026•15 min
Falcons success will rely on Kevin Stefanski relationship with his QB
Carl and Mike get into some brief football talk as they share some thoughts on the importance of the new head coaches around the NFL, including Kevin Stefanski, building a relationship with their respective quarterbacks if they hope to have any success this upcoming season and beyond.
Jan 29, 2026•8 min
Notre Dame's auto-bid to CFP highlights 'lack of transparency'
Carl and Mike are joined by John Talty as they discuss the latest college sports headlines including the new CFP format in which Notre Dame is guaranteed a spot as long as they finish in the Top 12.
Jan 29, 2026•13 min
Why Bill Belichick being left off HOF ballot 'is personal'
Carl and Mike get back into some football talk as they react to Bill Polian's son, Brian speaking out in defense of his father, after the former Colts GM fell under scrutiny for his perceived role in Bill Belichick being left off the Hall of Fame ballot. As they discuss, they agree that regardless of whether or not Polian voted for Belichick or not, the former Patriots head coach being left off the ballot comes off as being 'personal'.
Jan 29, 2026•13 min
Michael Penix Jr. 'saying all the things' Falcons fans should want to hear
Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they react to comments from Kevin Stefanski in which he said the team will hire their general manager first before they address the quarterback situation in regards to whether Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins are both in the QB room when the season begins.
Jan 29, 2026•10 min
Hawks redeem themselves from blowout loss to Celtics with fourth straight win
Carl and Mike get into Hawks talk as they react to their win over the Celtics for their fourth straight win and as they discuss, they share thoughts on Onyeka Okongwu getting his teeth knocked out after catching an elbow from Jaylen Brown, who received a technical foul.
Jan 29, 2026•12 min
'Still have a lot of time' to determine if Michael Penix Jr. will work for Falcons
Carl and Mike open up the show with some Falcons talk as they share thoughts on why they it is ok to say that currently they do not know what Michael Penix Jr. is as he yet to play under center for an entire season and there still needs to be time before determining whether or not Penix Jr. will work out for the Falcons.
Jan 29, 2026•12 min
1-28-26 Full Show
The full 1-28-26 Dukes and Bell.
Jan 28, 2026•2 hr 30 min
Hr1 - Michael Penix Jr. needs to be able to all the things once back with Falcons
2 O'clock Hour :00 - Carl and Mike open up with Falcons talk as they react to reports of Michael Penix Jr. saying he believes he may be back by April and share their thoughts on why they believe "it is good news" to hear this from Penix Jr. and agree should the Falcons QB truly be ready trending towards being ready for the start of the season, it instantly makes Kevin Stefanski and Tommy Rees' job a lot easier as they will not have to be concerned about addressing the role ahead of the season. :...
Jan 28, 2026•39 min
Hr2 - Is Falcons personnel already suited for Kevin Stefanski's schemes?
3 O’clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike get into more NFL headlines and share more thoughts on Bill Belichick being snubbed on the HOF ballot, the Browns hiring Todd Monken as their new head coach, which has led to DC Jim Swartz to reportedly tell people close to him he plans to leave, and Mike McCarthy saying he would not have a problem with Aaron Rogers returning to Steelers next season. :20 – Carl and Mike come back and briefly discuss the latest news in the gold world as Patrick Reed announced he...
Jan 28, 2026•34 min
Hr3 - Why Hawks do not need to entertain trading for Giannis
4 O'clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike get into some college football talk as they react to Georgia's Daylen Everett saying he would enjoy learning from the Falcons DB's if he were drafted by the team. They also share their thoughts on there not being as many Georgia players at the Senior Bowl, which they agree the level of talent on the Bulldogs' team was not that of previous seasons in which several Georgia players were featured in the annual event. :20 – Carl and Mike get into some Hawks talk as ...
Jan 28, 2026•40 min
Hr4 - Michael Penix Jr. must continue to mentally prepare for Falcons season
5 O'clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they discuss the return of Michael Penix Jr. which was originally reported to be anticipated by April per a social media post by Zach Klein however was cleared up to be a Week 1 anticipation. As they discuss, they agree that while a definitive timeline has yet to be determined for Penix. Jr.'s return, it will be important for him to mentally repair for the season as well. :20 – Carl and Mike get back into their conversation on Bill B...
Jan 28, 2026•39 min
Time for Falcons to start eyeing offseason moves
Carl and Mike close out the show with final Falcons thoughts as they discuss some of the moves the team should start to consider in regards to player personnel and what to expect from the new general manager once the position is filled.
Jan 28, 2026•16 min
Bill Belichick's past impacting his HOF entry
Carl and Mike get back into their conversation on Bill Belichick not being a first ballot selection for the Hall of Fame and discuss why they believe his involvement in "Spygate" and "Deflategate" may have played a role in how some of the voters viewed the former Patriots head coach.
Jan 28, 2026•9 min
Michael Penix Jr. must continue to mentally prepare for Falcons season
Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they discuss the return of Michael Penix Jr. which was originally reported to be anticipated by April per a social media post by Zach Klein however was cleared up to be a Week 1 anticipation. As they discuss, they agree that while a definitive timeline has yet to be determined for Penix. Jr.'s return, it will be important for him to mentally repair for the season as well.
Jan 28, 2026•11 min
Why Hawks do not need to entertain trading for Giannis Anteokounmpo
Carl and Mike get into some Hawks talk as they share thoughts on whether ot not the team should be interested in trading for Giannis Anteokounmpo and agree the Hawks does not need to consider due to the likeliness of having to give up Jalen Johnson and the first round picks in return.
Jan 28, 2026•9 min
Senior Bowl highlights Georgia's talent level not were it's been in past seasons
Carl and Mike get into some college football talk as they react to Georgia's Daylen Everett saying he would enjoy learning from the Falcons DB's if he were drafted by the team. They also share their thoughts on there not being as many Georgia players at the Senior Bowl, which they agree the level of talent on the Bulldogs' team was not that of previous seasons in which several Georgia players were featured in the annual event.
Jan 28, 2026•13 min
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