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Weekdays, 12–3 PM ET Chris Bleck and Adam Abdalla have been friends for nearly 20 years, first connecting in college and growing up together as producers and hosts on Chicago’s ESPN 1000. Their show possesses a natural chemistry – smart, fast and fun. It feels like two lifelong friends inviting you into the conversation.From breaking news to fearless takes, they mix insider knowledge with humor and an immersive approach, covering the NFL and the biggest viral sports moments, in the moment. With listener calls that literally keep fans at the center of the conversations and a strong digital presence, Bleck & Abdalla deliver a midday sports escape that’s as entertaining as it is connected. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bleck-abdalla/id1863793630 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50eAoYWPwECqw4wA2so6uQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BleckAndAbdallaShow

  1. 19 hr ago

    Did Fernando Mendoza show the Las Vegas Raiders he should start at quarterback right now?

    Two rookie quarterbacks had notable preseason debuts last night: number one overall pick Fernando Mendoza of the Las Vegas Raiders and Pittsburgh Steelers passer Drew Allar. Why were the Cincinnati Bengals allowing franchise quarterback Joe Burrow to get hit in a preseason game? LSU cornerback DJ Pickett and coach Lane Kiffin responded to yesterday's story that former quarterback Jayden Daniels is upset his former number was given to Pickett. The Seattle Seahawks have signed former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, can he help the defending Super Bowl Champions in their division arms race with the Los Angeles Rams? Should Bleck and Abdalla develop their own album? Does Mendoza or Kirk Cousins give the Raiders the best chance to win right now? The Arizona Cardinals offense has looked terrific this preseason, should that change their regular season projection? New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel went viral for this throw of a challenge flag. What game on the NBA schedule are Bleck and Abdalla most looking forward to? Who will be the next person in sports to release an album. Did Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur throw shade at his former quarterback Aaron Rodgers while complimenting current passer Jordan Love? Who has the strongest arm in the NFL? Should Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts be upset with the team's social media crew? What are we looking forward to in tonight's Atlanta Falcons vs. Denver Broncos game and tomorrow's Cleveland Browns matchup with the Chicago Bears? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. 1 day ago

    Did LSU disrespect Heisman winner Jayden Daniels?

    The NFL Preseason kicks off tonight with multiple games, should teams be playing their veteran starters in these games? Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is upset his college Louisiana State University will not be retiring his number. The Tennessee Titans are practicing at the San Francisco 49ers facility next to the electrical substation, should we be worried for quarterback Cam Ward? The Cleveland Browns will be starting Deshaun Watson at quarterback in their preseason opener, is that a sign that he's in the lead over Shedeur Sanders? What members of the QB Class of 2024 do the guys buy stock in, and which do they sell? We have an update, sort of, on the future of the Chicago Bears and if they will be moving to Indiana. We celebrate National Left-Handers Day choosing our favorite southpaw quarterbacks of all time. Could the Dallas Cowboys lose the top spot as the NFL's most valuable franchise to the Los Angeles Rams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  3. 2 days ago

    Will Bleck and Abdalla carry pet snakes in their Birkin bags? 

    Did Buffalo Bills receiver D.J. Moore throw shade at his former quarterback Caleb Williams? Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson isn't trying to quell the hype around his quarterback, saying he wants to break the all-time scoring record set by Peyton Manning's 2013 Denver Broncos. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers gave his blunt thoughts on the NFL Preseason. Another day, another great quote from Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken. Does Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton believe this year's team is better than last year's 14-win squad? Where do Bleck and Abdalla come down on male fashion bags? How many games will quarterback Kyler Murray win with the Minnesota Vikings this season? The Los Angeles Lakers were sold again, this time for over $12 billion, will they win a championship with Luka Dončić? New York Giants fullback Patrick Ricard has Bleck fired up. Would Bleck and Abdalla ever want to own pet snakes? The Atlanta Falcons will start Tua Tagovailoa at quarterback in their preseason opener. Television ratings for the Hall of Game were insane, why? Does the history of super teams work against the Los Angeles Rams? Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce says he fulfilled a lifelong dream, getting married to Taylor Swift at Madison Square Garden. Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the sport. Have basketball fans soured on triple-doubles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. 3 days ago

    Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB, can Minnesota compete in the NFC North?

    The Cowboys gave defensive lineman Quinnen Williams a massive contract, can Dallas' defense improve enough to support their high-powered offense? Can the Cincinnati Bengals, Washington Commanders and Chicago Bears also improve enough defensively? Are the Commanders putting too much pressure on quarterback Jayden Daniels to put up a lot of points? Breaking news as the Minnesota Vikings have named Kyler Murray their starting quarterback.  No such decision has been made in Cleveland where coach Todd Monken is getting testy about the quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shadur Sanders. Could the Las Vegas Raiders wait until closer to Halloween to trade Maxx Crosby?  The NBA released its Christmas Day lineup, combined with the NFL's games, there's plenty to do to get away from your family. What teams have been quietly going under the radar throughout training camp? How has training camp changed our views of various teams across the NFL. Has New York Giants coach John Harbaugh already made a positive impact on quarterback Jaxson Dart? What has been the biggest story of training camp so far? The guys secure an exclusive interview with the electrical substation next to the San Francisco 49ers facility. Are the Chicago Bears closer to moving to Indiana? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. 4 days ago

    Are the Las Vegas Raiders going to try trading Maxx Crosby again?

    Las Vegas Raiders coach Klint Kubiak kicked quarterback Kirk Cousins and edge rusher Maxx Crosby out of practice for fighting. Should other NFL teams be calling the Raiders to make a move for Crosby? After San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan gave more details on his car accident, the guys wonder if this is something, or nothing. Abdalla thinks Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken has either made the best coaching move of all time or the worst, with how he's handling the quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. Is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his health the biggest storyline heading into the season? Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons has an update on his potential return. How would the guys fit in at a Gen Z party? Should Minnesota Vikings fans be encouraged or discouraged by the early results of the quarterback battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy? The Washington Commanders have lost tackle Laremy Tunsil to a torn triceps, are they a serious contender in the NFC? Which top three pick from last year's NFL Draft will have the best sophomore season: Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward, Jacksonville Jaguars receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter or New York Giants edge rusher Abdul Carter? Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff came in #33 in the NFL Top 100, has his career lived up to expectations? Which network has the NFL's best "A crew?" Should Chicago Bears fans be worried about the injury to receiver Luther Burden? Will the Philadelphia Eagles offense make running back Saquon Barkley their focal point, and continue their commitment to the Tush Push? What current NFL players will be first ballot Hall of Famers? Our teammate Lynnell Willingham of Westwood One Sports Night joined us to fill us in on his NFL Training Camp tour. Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is stepping away from the Detroit Lions to call it a career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  6. 7 Aug

    Who won Bleck and Abdalla's Hall of Fame Game Fantasy Draft?

    What a Hall of Fame Game last night with Arizona Cardinals rookie quarterback Carson Beck making a big impression. Should the Cardinals be regretting their decision to give quarterback Jacoby Brissett a raise? Aaron Donald could see some action for the Los Angeles Rams in their week one game against the San Francisco 49ers in Australia. Speaking of that game, Rams coach Sean McVay does not want to divulge the team's travel plans. What are the most romantic cities in the country? Purdue athletic director Tommy McClelland had some interesting trash talk for the Indiana Hoosiers. We have updates on stories from Akron football and the Philadelphia Phillies broadcast booth. How much pressure is on the Rams to win the Super Bowl? Did the Atlanta Falcons, Indianapolis Colts and Detroit Lions make the right decisions paying their running backs: Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor and Jahmyr Gibbs? If the Los Angeles Clippers are found guilty of circumventing the salary cap what are fair punishments for the team and Kawhi Leonard?  The NBC pregame show addressed the #LockingHandsGate with New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and former reporter Dianna Russini, why? Who could be in next year's Pro Football Hall of Fame class? Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson took acting lessons? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. 6 Aug

    Bleck and Abdalla's Hall of Fame Game Fantasy Draft

    Aaron Donald appears closer to a return to the Los Angeles Rams after a formal tryout. Bleck doesn't know the difference between Australia and New Zealand. The Indianapolis have a new deal with running back Jonathan Taylor, will their offense be high scoring under quarterback Daniel Jones? What's to watch for during tonight's Hall of Fame Game with the Arizona Cardinals and Carolina Panthers? Has Deshaun Watson taking the lead in the Cleveland Browns quarterback battle? The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will be taking different approaches to their game in Australia, which is the right one? Baltimore Ravens receiver Zay Flowers has a new contract, can he continue his growth under new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle? Can the Denver Broncos defense break the 1984 Chicago Bears single season sack record? Will Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud's new contract pay him with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were unwilling to pay Baker Mayfield? Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel has Abdalla back in on the Los Angeles. We hold the first Bleck and Abdalla Preseason Fantasy Draft for the Hall of Fame Game. You won't believe how a fan sounded calling a Philadelphia Phillies game. We have a new quarterback tier ranking that has the guys scratching their heads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  8. 5 Aug

    Is Micah Parsons the most important player in the NFC?

    Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons is eyeing an impactful return, how vital is he to Green Bay's success? Bleck is excited to watch the Arizona Cardinals start Carson Beck at quarterback in tomorrow's Hall of Fame Game. Is Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert better than Cincinnati Bengals passer Joe Burrow? The guys have thoughts on Herbert's public display of affection with fiancé Madison Beer. What's your favorite fantasy football league punishments? Is Travis Hunter poised for a huge two-way season at receiver and cornerback on the Jacksonville Jaguars? Is Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker being discounted as a pass-catching option for his new quarterback Patrick Mahomes on the Kansas City Chiefs? Can Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty make a big jump in year two? Titans coach Robert Saleh is setting a new culture in Tennessee, they're one of Abdalla's "Sniffers." Has Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders made Cleveland the nation's fashion capital? Breaking news as the Washington Commanders are signing former New England Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs. Did NFL coaches and executives throw shade at Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams? Who is the greatest NFL player of all time? USA Today made their NFL playoff picks, how much do they differ from Bleck and Abdalla's predictions? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Weekdays, 12–3 PM ET Chris Bleck and Adam Abdalla have been friends for nearly 20 years, first connecting in college and growing up together as producers and hosts on Chicago’s ESPN 1000. Their show possesses a natural chemistry – smart, fast and fun. It feels like two lifelong friends inviting you into the conversation.From breaking news to fearless takes, they mix insider knowledge with humor and an immersive approach, covering the NFL and the biggest viral sports moments, in the moment. With listener calls that literally keep fans at the center of the conversations and a strong digital presence, Bleck & Abdalla deliver a midday sports escape that’s as entertaining as it is connected. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bleck-abdalla/id1863793630 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50eAoYWPwECqw4wA2so6uQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BleckAndAbdallaShow

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  • Channel
    Cumulus Sports
  • Creator
    Westwood One Sports
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    169
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Cumulus Podcast Network

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