Dukes & Bell

The full 4-17-26 Dukes and Bell

Dukes and Bell break down the strategy for the Hawks' playoff series against the Knicks and the Braves' showdown in Philadelphia. NFL analyst Bryant McFadden joins them to discuss the Falcons' draft board and the quarterback dynamic between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. They also reflect on the legacy of Garrett Anderson and react to Quin Snyder's thoughts on the Madison Square Garden atmosphere. 02:05 - Weekend Sports Update 06:17 - Hawks Knicks Strategy 13:40 - Bryant McFadden Interview 18:26 - Jawaan Taylor Analysis 22:16 - Penix vs Tua Battle 29:18 - Braves Phillies Preview 33:49 - Quin Snyder Interview 39:27 - Garrett Anderson Tribute

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell break down the surprising trade between the Atlanta Falcons and Jacksonville Jaguars involving defensive tackles Ruke Orhorhoro and Maason Smith. They evaluate how Maason Smith's size fits Jeff Ulbrich's defensive vision while also exploring wider NFL rumors and nostalgic wrestling memories. 01:50 - Falcons Trade Ruke Orhorhoro 07:05 - Draft Board Recalibration 12:45 - NFL Trade Rumors 19:58 - Defensive Line Remake Plans 24:05 - Tight End Blocking Needs 29:45 - Friday Five Wrestling Moments

Dukes and Bell react to the Falcons' decision to trade Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jaguars for Maason Smith. They are later joined by Hawks CEO Steve Koonin to discuss the team's playoff matchup against the Knicks and the impact of recent roster changes and draft assets. 01:20 - Falcons Trade Ruke Orhorhoro 05:25 - College Spring Game Preview 09:25 - Georgia Rivalry Scheduling Debate 14:30 - Steve Koonin On Playoffs 18:40 - Hawks Roster Asset Discussion 22:40 - Playoff Intensity And Officials 25:35 - Ticket Sales And Fandom

Dukes and Bell analyze the Falcons' trade for defensive tackle Maason Smith and the implications for their draft strategy. They are joined by Grant McAuley to preview the Braves' series with the Phillies and CJ McCollum to discuss the Hawks' chemistry ahead of their series against the Knicks. 01:20 - Falcons Trade For Maason Smith 05:21 - NFL Draft Strategy Update 08:45 - Falcons Roster Depth Concerns 13:31 - Grant McAuley Braves Interview 19:17 - Phillies Rivalry Discussion 26:05 - CJ McCollum Hawks Interview 31:55 - McCollum On Hawks Culture 39:31 - Weekend Sports Recap

Grant McAuley joins to analyze the upcoming series between the Braves and Phillies, highlighting the importance of the divisional matchup. They discuss Austin Riley's offensive adjustments and provide a detailed update on Spencer Strider’s rehabilitation progress as he nears a return to the rotation. 01:00 - Braves Phillies Preview 03:42 - Spencer Strider Rehab 06:12 - Rivalry And Phillies Struggles

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell react to a trade sending Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jaguars for Maason Smith. They explore how the move improves defensive line size and discuss draft strategies for the 48th pick, including defensive targets and prospect evaluations. The conversation also previews the upcoming Braves series against the Phillies. 01:18 - Falcons Trade Analysis 05:08 - Maason Smith's Potential 07:39 - Draft Targets at Pick 48 09:34 - James Pearce Jr. Update 11:52 - Braves Series Preview

Steve Koonin discusses the Atlanta Hawks' excitement heading into a playoff series against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. They explore the team's roster construction, including the impact of Dyson Daniels and upcoming draft assets, while addressing league-wide issues like tanking and physical officiating. Koonin also encourages local fans to pack the arena to prevent a Knicks takeover during home games. 01:48 - Steve Koonin Interview 05:23 - Building Hawks Future 09:14 - Physicality and Tickets

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell react to the Falcons swapping defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro for former LSU standout Maason Smith. They also preview the upcoming G-Day and White and Gold spring games while debating the future of the Georgia-Georgia Tech rivalry. 01:17 - Falcons Trade Ruke Orhorhoro 05:39 - Spring Game Previews 09:42 - Future of UGA-GT Rivalry

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell discuss the Atlanta Falcons' trade for Maason Smith and why the team should still prioritize the defensive line in the draft. They also evaluate the strength of the secondary and potential linebacker needs before addressing a caller's question about tight ends. 01:13 - Falcons Defensive Line Strategy 06:21 - Secondary And Linebacker Outlook 08:47 - Tight End Roster Needs

Dukes and Bell react to reports of the Falcons trading defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jaguars for Maason Smith. They discuss how this move reflects Jeff Ulbrich's desire for a larger interior defensive line and how it potentially alters the team's strategy for the upcoming NFL Draft. 01:25 - Falcons Trade Rumors 04:33 - Maason Smith Analysis 08:12 - Draft Strategy Impact 12:41 - NFL News Update

Dukes and Bell analyze Austin Riley's offensive adjustments for the Braves and the team's early-season resilience. They also discuss Quin Snyder's approach to playing at Madison Square Garden and the struggles of Atlanta United's designated players. Additionally, the conversation covers Draymond Green’s defensive impact on Kawhi Leonard and the passing of MLB star Garret Anderson. 01:01 - Austin Riley's Progress 02:36 - Hawks MSG Preparation 06:14 - NBA and MLB Updates

Bryant McFadden joins Dukes and Bell to evaluate the top talent in the NFL Draft, identifying Jeremiah Love as the premier playmaker available. They analyze the Atlanta Falcons' defensive needs at pick 48 and address Zay Flowers' claims regarding practice intensity under John Harbaugh. The conversation concludes with a look at the quarterback dynamics in Atlanta and a review of the team's new uniforms. 01:00 - Top Draft Prospects Breakdown 04:24 - Falcons Defensive Draft Needs 07:17 - Zay Flowers Practice Comments 09:42 - Falcons Quarterbacks and Uniforms

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell preview the high-stakes playoff series between the Hawks and Knicks, focusing on the challenge of containing Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. They also react to Will Anderson Jr. becoming the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL and discuss LaMelo Ball’s recent controversial comments. 01:33 - Hawks-Knicks Playoff Preview 04:22 - Keys To Stop Brunson 09:51 - LaMelo Ball Controversy 11:02 - Will Anderson's Record Deal

The full 4-16-26 Dukes and Bell

Dukes and Mike Bell highlight the Atlanta Braves' league-leading pitching staff and Bryce Elder's resurgence on the mound. They also dive into NBA play-in drama following Steph Curry's heroics and discuss the Falcons' need for roster stability as the NFL Draft approaches. 01:50 - Braves Pitching Success 06:03 - Austin Riley Slump Ends 13:50 - Steph Curry's Heroics 22:30 - Snyder on Hawks Defense 25:26 - LIV Golf Financial Woes 30:25 - Airport Community Job Fair 33:54 - Falcons Draft Rumors 39:40 - Seeking Roster Stability

Carl and Mike discuss the impact of Jock Landale's injury on the Hawks' postseason run against the Knicks. They also analyze the future of Drake London in Atlanta and the NFL's expanding move into streaming services. 01:50 - NFL Trade Speculation 05:36 - NFL Streaming Deals 11:41 - Drake London's Value 15:40 - Jock Landale Injury 21:35 - Quin Snyder cuts 30:26 - Georgia Basketball Recruiting 34:40 - NBA League Updates 41:20 - Warriors Defeat Clippers

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell welcome Mike Griffith to weigh in on the potential shift to a 24-team college football playoff and its impact on the SEC Championship. They debate whether traditional rivalries like Georgia vs. Georgia Tech should be sacrificed for better scheduling under the new postseason landscape. The segment also covers UGA recent injuries and the emergence of AI in Hollywood with news of a Top Gun 3 in development. 01:50 - Hawks Playoff Series Preview 05:00 - Future Of Georgia-Tech Rivalry 12:41 - Replacing Amarius Williams 16:50 - UGA Donor Fatigue Discussion 23:30 - Playoff Expansion And Revenue 30:23 - Status Of LIV Golf 40:00 - Top Gun 3 Development

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell discuss a massive identity theft ring that impersonated Michael Penix Jr. and David Njoku to secure millions in fraudulent loans. They also analyze Bryce Elder's dominant start for the Braves and preview the Hawks' upcoming playoff series against the Knicks. 01:20 - NFL Players Identity Fraud 07:42 - Falcons Draft Interest 12:30 - Bryce Elder Historic Start 16:17 - Anthopoulos Roster Building 25:19 - Hawks-Knicks Playoff Preview 33:50 - NBA Playoff Updates 37:13 - College Football Rivalries

Carl Dukes and Mike Bell examine Quin Snyder's insights on Jalen Johnson’s pivotal role for the Atlanta Hawks in their series against the New York Knicks. They discuss defensive assignments for Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns while reflecting on Steph Curry's legendary performance for the Golden State Warriors. The conversation concludes with a debate regarding the future of the Georgia and Georgia Tech football rivalry. 01:11 - Quin Snyder On Jalen Johnson 05:12 - Defensive Strategy Against Knicks 09:40 - Steph Curry Destroys Clippers 13:04 - Clean Old-Fashioned Hate Debate 16:06 - NBA Discipline And Falcons Draft