# Hr2 - Mike Griffith: Kirby Smart Becomes an "Animal" Between the Lines

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Podcast: [Dukes & Bell](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dukes-bell-227585)
Published: 2026-09-17T23:13:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2340

## Resource

In the 2nd hour of today's show, Mike Griffith joins Dukes and Bell to discuss why Kirby Smart’s intensity spikes on game days and how NIL is forcing a more aggressive approach at Georgia. They also debate Michael Penix Jr.’s role in Atlanta, analyze Deshaun Watson's media frustrations, and lock in their weekly betting picks. (00:01:55) Falcons Division Outlook (00:04:00) Michael Penix Jr. Expectations (00:06:27) Backup Quarterback Comparisons (00:09:10) Lions vs Bills Preview (00:12:20) Deshaun Watson Media Frustrations (00:14:15) Mike Griffith Interview (00:20:15) Kirby Smart Coaching Intensity (00:23:45) SEC and ACC Matchups (00:26:40) Bill Belichick’s Legacy (00:30:50) Weekly Football Betting Picks

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