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Bleck & Abdalla

Westwood One Sports
NFL
Chicago Bears
NFL Draft
Buffalo Bills
Maxx Crosby
Victor Wembanyama
Caleb Williams
New York Knicks
Super Bowl
World Cup
Los Angeles Rams
Lebron James
Denver Broncos
Seattle Seahawks
New England Patriots
Las Vegas Raiders
Kyler Murray
San Antonio Spurs
NBA
Josh Allen

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 an... more

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The Cleveland Browns beat the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football, with the story of the game being quarterback Deshaun Watson. Tony Romo will not be returning to the broadcast booth with CBS. We go through our 14 questions for 14 games th... more

The Pittsburgh Steelers traded cornerback Joey Porter, Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys, how much can Porter help the Dallas defense improve? The Steelers face the Cleveland Browns tonight on Thursday Night Football, is the game more important to Cleveland ... more

Who is more likeable between tomorrow’s quarterbacks: Cleveland Browns passer Deshaun Watson or Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers? Is too much pressure being put on the Dallas Cowboys? Will the early success of new coaching hires influence owner... more

The Chicago Bears took care of the Philadelphia Eagles last night behind third string quarterback Case Keenum. Can the Bears defense continue to play as well as it has during the last two weeks? Are there any signs Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Ju... more

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Recent Guests

Dylan Thienemann
Bears defensive back interviewed at NFL Draft moments after being selected
Chicago Bears
Episode: Can the Chicago Bears defense keep it up?
Fat Jack
NFL betting expert from FatJackSports
Fat Jack Sports
Episode: Is Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff the NFL's most underrated player?
Anthony Herron
Big Ten Network, Fox 32 Chicago analyst
Big Ten Network / Fox 32 Chicago
Episode: Is it time to have a talk about New England Patriots QB Drake Maye?
Ryan Harris
Westwood One Sports teammate, former Super Bowl champion with the Broncos (2015)
Westwood One Sports
Episode: The NFL is back tonight! Who will win Super Bowl 61?
Mike Tomlin
NBC Sports television analyst; head coach known for Steelers
NBC Sports
Episode: NBC Sports’ Mike Tomlin gives strong thoughts on Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams
The Fat Jack
Sports bettor and expert guest on the show
Fat Jack's Sports
Episode: Did Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders kill the NFL Pro Bowl?
Stu Kovacs
Producer/Fill-in host for Raj Sharron
Westwood One
Episode: The SEC and Big Ten vs. 5th Year Eligibility
Mick Foley
Professional wrestler (Mankind/Cactus Jack)
None specified
Episode: Why does New England Patriots QB Drake Maye have Abdalla so worked up?
Raj Sharan
Westwood One reporter conducting one-on-one interviews
Westwood One
Episode: Are the Las Vegas Raiders going to try trading Maxx Crosby again?

Hosts

Chris Bleck
Co-host; long-running, Chicago-rooted voice with strong chemistry and banter-driven analysis
Adam Abdalla
Co-host; partner in dynamic, accessible sports conversation with cross-platform promos

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Sports nuts without lame hot takes

    Been listening to these two for years in Chicago, and am excited to listen to their national show daily. They are actual friends and just talk sports news and zoo news - they don’t do lame sports takes for clicks, which makes them way better to listen to. Give them a shot! Their old station is already missing their magic touch!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ACubsFan
    United States8 months ago
  • Incredible show

    Been listening to these guys for years at their previous station. So glad they finally get a longer show. Looking forward to them settling into this new role and seeing them reveal more personality to new listeners

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EB473
    United States9 months ago
  • Amazing new show

    I can’t believe I just came across this radio show / podcast. These two had me laughing. The talk is also quite informed and insightful. I’m am definitely going to tune into this show. WOW!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canes back together
    United States9 months ago

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Can the Chicago Bears defense keep it up?
Q: What change did Case Keenum bring to the Bears offense last night?
Keenum delivered a seasoned, efficient performance, hitting the blitz well and moving the offense with confidence, which allowed the Bears to score consistently and control the game, despite being on the third quarterback in the rotation.
NBC Sports’ Mike Tomlin gives strong thoughts on Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams
Q: Hi, thanks for doing this, guys. My question is for Coach Tomlin. There has been a lot of attention this offseason on Caleb Williams. How would you guide a young player through that and is the hype merited around Caleb Williams?
Tomlin responds that the hype is merited given Williams' trajectory, but emphasizes that managing that attention is a team and coaching responsibility. He points to Williams' background and the need for positive development with a strong support system and a clear plan to avoid distractions, indicating that the hype should be harnessed constructively rather than curbed.
Why does New England Patriots QB Drake Maye have Abdalla so worked up?
Q: Who should start for the Raiders right now—Mendoza or Cousins?
The hosts argue Mendoza gives the Raiders the best chance to win in the long term and should start, although acknowledging the benefit of practice reps for development.
Are we overhyping the Dallas Cowboys?
Q: Abdalla, what's the right amount of preseason games?
They argue for zero or one, criticizing the current setup of three games as excessive and suggesting more emphasis on joint practices or scrimmages to evaluate players without the high risk of early-season injury.
Did the Los Angeles Dodgers just kill the 2027 MLB season?
Q: What is the potential impact of Tarik Skubal joining the Dodgers on the rest of the league?
It could widen the gap between the Dodgers and other teams due to a top-heavy rotation and deep farm system, while sparking debates about spending, asset dumping, and potential salary cap implications.

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This show blends fast-paced sports analysis with humor and fan interaction, focusing on the NFL, college football, and notable weekly narratives. Episodes frequently feature debates on quarterback development, team ceilings, travel logistics for international games, and cross-promos with sponsors, along with guest insights from established analysts and players. Unique strengths include a chemistry-driven host duo, listener texts as a core input, and guests that span current players, veterans, and media personalities, making it a go-to for fans who want informed takes delivered with personality.

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1. Dylan Thienemann
2. Fat Jack
3. Anthony Herron
4. Ryan Harris
5. Mike Tomlin
6. The Fat Jack
7. Stu Kovacs
8. Mick Foley

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