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In the 1st hour of today's show, Carl and Mike evaluate the Atlanta Falcons' decision to extend CJ Henderson and Cameron Thomas despite recent defensive struggles. They also discuss the future of Michael Penix Jr. and the implications of picking up his fifth-year option. Additionally, Bryant McFadden joins to analyze the Jesse Bates trade and the impact of Lamar Jackson’s multi-week injury on the Ravens. (00:01:50) Falcons Defensive Extensions (00:05:15) James Pearce Jr. Struggles (00:09:25) Penix Fifth Year Option (00:16:30) Bryant McFadden Interview (00:24:20) Kirk Cousins Trade Impact (00:28:50) NFL Betting Lines (00:34:50) Lamar Jackson Injury Update (00:39:10) Philip Rivers Joins NC State

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Carl and Mike analyze offensive coordinator Tommy Rees and his cryptic remarks regarding Kyle Pitts' preparation and performance. Jesse Newell provides a deep dive into the Kansas City Chiefs' current flaws and the physical limitations of Patrick Mahomes. Finally, they make their weekly football predictions, highlighted by Mike Bell's decision to bet against both the Falcons and Georgia Tech. (00:01:50) Live at Mazzy's Bar (00:03:38) Tommy Rees Pitts Remarks (00:09:15) Kyle Pitts Target Stats (00:18:05) Jesse Newell Chiefs Interview (00:22:15) Blitzing Michael Penix Jr. (00:30:17) Picks of the Week (00:40:24) Bell's Heel Turn Picks

In the 3rd hour of today's show, Carl and Mike react to a breaking nationwide FAA ground stop that is impacting travel for several college football teams. They examine the Georgia Bulldogs' outlook against Missouri and discuss the future of the 24-team playoff expansion. Hawks CEO Steve Koonin also weighs in on the team's early success and the evolving landscape of professionalized college sports. (00:01:55) Betting Against The Falcons (00:05:40) Georgia Bulldogs Season Preview (00:10:35) Kirby Smart Addressing Crowd (00:16:17) Breaking FAA Ground Stop (00:21:10) Trae Young Scoring Performance (00:25:45) Interviewing Voice Larry Gardner (00:32:30) Steve Koonin Hawks Update (00:37:10) Future Of Playoff Expansion

In the final hour of today's show, Broadcasting from Mazzy's Sports Bar & Grill, Carl Dukes and Mike Bell analyze the ripple effects of a nationwide FAA ground stop on sports travel for college football and the Atlanta Falcons. They break down recent defensive extensions for C.J. Henderson and Cam Thomas while debating the team's regression in pressure rates. The conversation also covers Tommy Rees' comments regarding Kyle Pitts' target share and the news of a quarterback change for Alabama. (00:01:50) FAA Travel Disruption (00:05:40) Falcons Roster Extensions (00:09:15) Defensive Performance Concerns (00:12:50) Kyle Pitts Usage Debate (00:18:00) College Football Pick Conflict (00:21:40) National Ground Stop Updates (00:25:50) Draft Asset Management Discussion (00:31:30) Falcons vs Chiefs Preview (00:35:15) Alabama Quarterback Change

Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on what they expect between the Falcons and Chiefs on Sunday in which they agree in wanting to see the "offense look the way it's supposed to look consistently" and that there is too much talent for that not to be the case.

Carl and Mike react to the reports of the FAA nationwide flight stoppages and the impact it may have on the sports world.

Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they continue to preview Sunday's matchup with the Chiefs and share some thoughts on the extensions of Cameron Thomas and C.J. Henderson and agree the two players have been playing better than some may realize and the extensions are building blocks towards future of the franchise.

Carl and Mike are joined by Steve Koonin as they discuss the latest on the Hawks and how the CFP expansion comes with good and bad.

Carl and Mike get into some brief Falcons talk as they share thoughts on Kenneth Walker officially being listed as questionable, to which they believe the KC running back's status for Sunday will not be made known until Sunday morning. They then share thoughts on Georgia center Drew Bobo being listed on the latest injury report and agree should he miss Saturday, the Dawgs run game could be jeopardized.

Carl and Mike are joined by Jesse Newell of The Athletic as they preview the Falcons and Chiefs matchup on Sunday which may take a turn in favor of the Falcons as Kenneth Walker III is now dealing with a groin issue.

Carl and Mike get into Falcons talk as they react to a Tommy Rees quote regarding Kyle Pitts and his volume in the offense needing to be more to which Mike shares his thoughts on why he believes the comments may be referencing quarterback play potentially being the reasoning behind Pitts not being involved in the offense as much as expected to be.

Carl and Mike get into some of the latest sports headlines including reports Kenneth Walker III is dealing with a groin issue, which they agree increases the Falcons chances to win on Sunday. They also share thoughts on reports of Lamar Jackson likely to miss to six to 10 weeks, which they agree will result in the Ravens missing out on the playoffs.

Carl and Mike are joined by Bryant McFadden as they discuss the latest NFL headlines including the Falcons trading Jessie Bates III to the Jaguars, which he explains why he believes the reasoning is clear as it relates to future of the franchise.

Carl and Mike open the show with Falcons talk as they react to the extensions of CJ Henderson and Cameron Thomas and agree that the two players "are doing their jobs" and justifies the move by the Falcons, as Carl explains why he believes the extensions of Thomas and Henderson helps solidify the depth of the team.