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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.
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- Yesterday2h 20m
QB chaos continues across the NFL
We open the show with the massive news that Abdalla saved the office, he shares his heroic tale. Hurricanes star Malachi Toney will undergo ankle surgery, can Miami still beat Notre Dame? Will this weekend be the ultimate referendum on quarterback play? What team makes the most sense for Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor: the Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, New York Giants or Green Bay Packers? Who are the NFL’s midseason awards? The Minnesota Vikings will start Carson Wentz at quarterback this week, can he keep the job once Kyler Murray is healthy? Will Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Fagnano find success tonight against the Jacksonville Jaguars? Will Shedeur Sanders look good in his first start at quarterback this season for the Cleveland Browns? Can new Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Joe Milton and JJ McCarthy of the New York Giants put up big points on Sunday? How will the Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks match up with Garner Minshew and Drew Lock under center? Will estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk find a new home? Should the Houston Texans plan to pay over $60 million per season to quarterback C.J. Stroud? Are we overlooking the Jacksonville Jaguars again this season? Our teammate Nick Kostos joins the show to look ahead to this weekend’s games. What does Abdalla have in common with an NFL owner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago2h 20m
NFL Quarterback injuries, rumors, a benching and a trade!
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is in the concussion protocol, putting Shedeur Sanders in line for his first start of the season. Will the Baltimore Ravens or Minnesota Vikings entertain trading for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones? The first College Football Playoff rankings are out, what do they mean? Estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk is reporting to the team, will his situation be a distraction? Can delaying a salary cap implementation save baseball in 2027? Is Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams going to become the NFL’s next mega star? Will Indianapolis Colts Jonathan Taylor make a major impact if he’s traded? What is Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson’s long-term outlook? Should Baltimore trade running back Derrick Henry? Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons is returning to practice, will he immediately return to dominance? Why is NC State considering former quarterbacks Philip Rivers and Russell Wilson to be their next coach? Breaking quarterback news: Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is out this week with Drew Lock filling in. More news as the Philadelphia Eagles are making a quarterback change going to Joe Milton. Could Cowboys receiver George Pickens force his way out of Dallas? Who are the five best and worst teams in the NFL? Breaking news, the Ravens have added a quarterback trading with the Arizona Cardinals for Jacoby Brissett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago2h 21m
Is Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams already a superstar?
The Chicago Bears impressively beat the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football, is quarterback Caleb Williams a clear tier one passer now? The Los Angeles Rams are close to getting defensive end Myles Garrett back, can they still live up to their offseason expectations? Will Bleck concede Abdalla was right the Las Vegas Raiders should start Kirk Cousins this season at quarterback? Has Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Siriani thrown in the towel on this season? Should the Eagles consider trading running back Saquon Barkley? How do the guys rank the quarterbacks, coaches and supporting cast in the competitive NFC North? What teams can win the Super Bowl as currently built, and which would need help? Are the Arizona Cardinals making a mistake going to Gardner Minshew as their quarterback? We take an early look at the lines for this week’s games. Could estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk find his way back into the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4 days ago2h 21m
Should the Baltimore Ravens move on from QB Lamar Jackson?
Lamar Jackson will undergo surgery on his injured thumb, what does the future hold for the Baltimore Ravens quarterback? The Dallas Cowboys blew a huge lead to the Arizona Cardinals, are changes on the way from owner Jerry Jones? We recap our dozen questions from a dozen games. Is tonight’s game with the Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks an NFC Championship Game preview? The Denver Broncos continue coming from behind to win games, is it sustainable? Are the Jacksonville Jaguars the best team we’re not talking enough about? Did the Detroit Lions have the most impressive win yesterday? Are the guys more confident in the New England Patriots, Cincinnati Bengals or Los Angeles Rams? If traded by the Indianapolis Colts, would he make a big difference for a contender? Should the NFL consider playoff restructuring so the best teams get in? USC got a big win against Ohio State, why did Trojans coach Lincoln Riley have a prepared statement ready for after the game? How much is too much to trade the Colts for Taylor? Will the Los Angeles Chargers ever make a change at offensive coordinator? Is Micah Parsons close to returning for the Green Bay Packers? Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is dealing with a hamstring injury. Who wins tonight on Monday Night Football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago2h 20m
Will it be Trick or Treat for Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson in his return against the Buffalo Bills?
The Packers beat the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football, with Micah Parsons returning soon is Green Bay setup to be one of the NFL’s best teams? We have a spooky twist on this weeks twelve questions for twelve games. Should the Indianapolis Colts sit running back Jonathan Taylor on Sunday to avoid injury if they’re going to trade him? How does the balance of power in the NFC North look as the undefeated Minnesota Vikings take on the Detroit Lions? Who is under the most pressure this weekend and what will the best game be? What is the best Halloween movie and candy? Former Denver Broncos safety T.J. Ward joined us to look ahead to this weekend’s games. Is Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel being setup to be the fall guy? This week’s trip to Fairyland for a game of What If is haunting. What are the best games this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago2h 21m
The Chicago Bears add DL Jeffery Simmons, are they now the NFC’s Super Bowl favorite?
The Bears made a blockbuster move, acquiring All-Pro defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans, how much better does he make the Chicago defense? Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson appears ready to return against Buffalo on Sunday, can he lead Baltimore to a win over Josh Allen’s Bills? The Milwaukee Brewers are World Series Champions, was the moment spoiled by the upcoming labor battle? Can Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray increase his production while Minnesota remains unbeaten? Will the Denver Broncos defense do a better job against Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker in their second matchup? How will the Ohio State offense fair with a backup quarterback against USC? Who is more important for the Broncos on Sunday: cornerback Patrick Surtain or receiver Jaylen Waddle? Our teammate Nick Kostos joins the show to react to the Bears trade. Who wins tonight on Thursday Night Football between the Carolina Panthers and Green Bay Packers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago2h 20m
Are the Indianapolis Colts making a mistake trading away players?
The Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers leveled up yesterday making separate trades with the Indianapolis Colts, will they be the two best teams in the NFC? Colts receiver Josh Downs has requested a trade, who else could be dealt? Will Denver Broncos receiver Jaylen Waddle play against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday? Will the return of Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons shake up the NFC playoff picture? Can USC coach Lincoln Riley turn things around for the Trojans? When will we believe Lamar Jackson is returning to quarterback the Baltimore Ravens? Have the guys turned the corner on New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy? What should we make of Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold? Is Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys the best quarterback who has accomplished the least? What will Jay-Z’s halftime show look like? What teams have the best chance of turning around their season? Is a salary cap coming to the Big Ten, and would it help the sport? Who are the five best and worst teams in the NFL? Can the Tampa Bay Rays continue to extend the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers? Will the Minnesota Timberwolves keep their season afloat until Anthony Edwards returns? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago2h 20m
Will the Dallas Cowboys make another trade?
The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football, should Jerry Jones make another move to add to the defense? Why are the Las Vegas Raiders continuing to start Kirk Cousins over Fernando Mendoza at quarterback? Breaking news as the Indianapolis Colts traded guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks, will running back Jonathan Taylor be next? Did Baltimore Ravens coach Jesse Minter take a passive aggressive swipe at his quarterback Lamar Jackson? Of teams currently in the playoffs, who is a lock and who should enjoy it while they can? Are more athletic defensive players causing Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and other passers trouble? FOX Sports analyst Matt Leinart joins us to look at the big storylines in college football. We take a look at the early lines of this week’s NFL matchups. Can the Oklahoma City Thunder compete for an NBA Championship without Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace? Will the Milwaukee Brewers win their first World Series tonight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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About Bleck & Abdalla
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.
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