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Bleck & Abdalla

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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 p...

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Nov 6, 2026

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Las Vegas Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza broke Bleck & Abdalla 28.08.2026

First overall pick Fernando Mendoza struggled for the Raiders last night, Bleck and Abdalla have very different opinions on where Las Vegas should go from here. Is Los Angeles Rams quarterback Ty Simpson the MVP of the NFL Preseason? Did Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel’s performance last night open the door for Cleveland moving on from Shedeur Sanders? College Football is back tomorrow, are the...

Did Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders kill the NFL Pro Bowl? 27.08.2026

The NFL is ending the Pro Bowl, but will still recognize players. Is this the right move? Raj is back from jury duty in parts unknown, how did it go? What recognizable players could be released at cut down day this weekend? Will Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy, New York Giants receiver Odell Beckham and Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell be among players looking for new team...

The SEC and Big Ten vs. 5th Year Eligibility  26.08.2026

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by discussing the SEC and Big Ten joining forces to prevent pros from returning to college. Is this just the beginning and what will the outcome ultimately be? Is it possible that the Minnesota Vikings will release JJ McCarthy before the start of the season with reports that Carson Wentz is splitting second team reps with him? How disappointing was Michael Jordan’s...

Should NFL players be allowed to return to college? 25.08.2026

The Big Ten will reportedly lead the way in stopping NFL players from returning to college, will the SEC follow? That Atlanta Falcons have the lone quarterback competition remaining, is it Michael Penix, Jr.’s to lose? Will the Pittsburgh Steelers trade cornerback Joey Porter, Jr.? Is their friction between Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams? Fashion Insider Abdalla chi...

Deshaun Watson is the Browns starting QB, and hates Cleveland fans? 24.08.2026

The Browns have named Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback, is he the worst leader in all of sports after his comments this weekend about Cleveland fans? Did Browns ownership get involved in going with Watson? We hear from Browns coach Todd Monken on the decision. The Las Vegas Raiders have not named a quarterback yet, will the injury to running back Ashton Jeanty play a role? After being...

Why does New England Patriots QB Drake Maye have Abdalla so worked up? 21.08.2026

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza was not impressive in last night’s preseason game, do the guys still think he should start? Is Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow planning to move on to a new home if his team can’t compete for a Super Bowl? New England Patriots QB Drake Maye’s ranking in the NFL Top 100 broke Abdalla. What one player do you wish you could add to your team? Phi...

What NFL divisional rivalries are you most excited for this season? 20.08.2026

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a new deal with defensive lineman Vita Vea, what will that mean for the future of quarterback Baker Mayfield? The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to feature first overall pick Fernando Mendoza in tonight’s preseason game, should the Raiders start him all season and look to trade edge Maxx Crosby? What is going on with NFL players going back to college football? Abdalla...

Abdalla was really on one today 19.08.2026

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is confident his team is being overlooked heading into the season. Will the Los Angeles Dodgers be sold? Is it okay to drink non-alcoholic beer at work? The Dallas Cowboys already added Von Miller this week, could they be making more moves? New Orleans Saints rookie receiver Brock Rechsteiner executed a suplex during a fight with the D...

Are NFL fans ready for a full-time international team? 18.08.2026

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said an international team will eventually happen, how will that logistically work? Does spending time in an airport count as visiting a location? The Indianapolis Colts have signed veteran receiver Keenan Allen, where will he fit in with quarterback Daniel Jones' offense? Should Tennessee Titans fans be concerned by quarterback Cam Ward's preseason pe...

Are we overhyping the Dallas Cowboys?  17.08.2026

Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson impressed in his NFL preseason debut, should Los Angeles fans feel confident he can keep the team winning if anything happens to Matthew Stafford? Did Deshaun Watson separate himself from Shedeur Sanders in the Cleveland Browns quarterback battle? The Buffalo Bills debuted their new stadium with some fans dea...

Did Fernando Mendoza show the Las Vegas Raiders he should start at quarterback right now? 14.08.2026

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 Danie...

Did LSU disrespect Heisman winner Jayden Daniels? 13.08.2026

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...

Will Bleck and Abdalla carry pet snakes in their Birkin bags?  12.08.2026

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, ano...

Vikings name Kyler Murray starting QB, can Minnesota compete in the NFC North? 11.08.2026

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 na...

Are the Las Vegas Raiders going to try trading Maxx Crosby again? 10.08.2026

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...

Who won Bleck and Abdalla's Hall of Fame Game Fantasy Draft? 07.08.2026

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...

Bleck and Abdalla's Hall of Fame Game Fantasy Draft 06.08.2026

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 Cardina...

Is Micah Parsons the most important player in the NFC? 05.08.2026

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...

Who are the best quarterbacks in the NFL? 04.08.2026

What NFL quarterbacks deserve to be ranked as the top tier of passers? The Atlanta Falcons reached a new deal with running back Bijan Robinson, are they making a mistake spending on weapons without a solidified quarterback situation? New England Patriots receiver A.J. Brown is already demonstrating toughness as he practiced through a dislocated thumb, will he be a major upgrade from Stefon Di...

Did the Los Angeles Dodgers just kill the 2027 MLB season?  03.08.2026

The MLB Trade Deadline is today with all of baseball discussing the Los Angeles Dodgers acquisition of Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. Is a lockout now all but assured? Was Abdalla right about the plans for Aaron Donald to return to the Los Angeles Rams? Is Shedeur Sanders in the lead to win the Cleveland Browns quarterback battle? Our MLB Insider Addy Bates from the Drake C. Toll Show and M...

Is Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams becoming the NFL's most disliked player?  31.07.2026

Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen took a swipe at the attention Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is getting, is the Madden cover star being overhyped? A day later, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is still generating headlines for his contract situation. The New Orleans Saints locked up receiver Chris Olave, are they a sleeper pick this season? Who are the...

Baker Mayfield is disrespected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30.07.2026

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield reported to training camp without a new contract and said he feels disrespected by the franchise. Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James is reportedly close to a deal with ESPN for a documentary similar to Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan's "The Last Dance." Are the Los Angeles Rams now expecting future Hall of Famer Aaron Donald to come o...

Will the Dallas Cowboys make a move for Maxx Crosby? 29.07.2026

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said the team is open to making a trade and talked to another owner about a deal. Could that owner be Mark Davis of the Las Vegas Raiders to discuss acquiring star pass rusher Maxx Crosby? Speaking of the Raiders, coach Klint Kubiak announced that Kirk Cousins will be the starting quarterback to begin training camp over first overall pick Fernando Mendoza...

NFL Training Camps open with uncertainty in Tampa Bay 28.07.2026

NFL Training Camps opened across the league today with all teams now on the practice field. In Tampa Bay, quarterback Baker Mayfield does not have a new contract while Buccaneers defensive star Vita Vea has requested a trade after failing to reach a deal. The Commanders may be looking at adding a receiver, but not disgruntled San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk but instead former New E...

It's NFL Training Camp eve! 27.07.2026

Tons of NFL news on the eve of most teams reporting for training camp. The Arizona Cardinals and quarterback Jacoby Brissett reached agreement on a new deal, San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan is dealing with concussion symptoms from a car accident and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been cleared following his knee injury. NFL teams are receiving crazy money from the l...

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