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Bleck & Abdalla

Bleck & Abdalla

Written by: Westwood One Sports
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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© 2025 Cumulus Podcast Network Football (American) Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Live from Day Two of the NFL Draft!

    Live from Day Two of the NFL Draft!
    Apr 24 2026
    It’s day two of the NFL Draft with Bleck and Abdalla continuing to broadcast live from Pittsburgh. The Los Angeles Rams selecting Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick of the draft was the shocker of the night, Simpson sat down with us following his selection. We also had a chance to talk with his college teammate Kadyn Proctor who was selected by the Miami Dolphins. Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love will put to the test that team’s shouldn’t take a running back high as he was selected third overall by the Arizona Cardinals, we had a chance to talk to Love after being drafted. The Kansas City Chiefs moved up in the draft to pick LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane, who joined the guys after being picked. Bleck is taking a victory lap as he correctly predicted New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel would briefly speak to the media right before the draft. The Washington Commanders landed Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles while the New York Jets picked Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey, both defenders sat down with us after being picked. Are the Dallas Cowboys or the New York Giants the most improved team after day one of the draft? Who is the most intriguing player heading into night two of the draft? Could a veteran player be on the move tonight? How did Bleck and Abdalla’s top 10 predictions stack up as they looked to “Beat the Raj?” Are the New York Knicks and Denver Nuggets in trouble in their first round series and what could happen to their teams if they lose? The Cowboys added Ohio State safety Caleb Downs while the Giants drafted Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa, both players joined the guys after being selected. The Chicago Bears selected Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman, following the pick Bleck and Abdalla got to meet the newest member of their favorite team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 21 mins
  • Live from the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh!

    Live from the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh!
    Apr 23 2026
    The guys are at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh ahead of tonight’s NFL Draft where they’ll be interviewing several first round picks with all the latest rumblings. Bleck couldn’t pass up an opportunity to troll Abdalla over the new contract for Kalen DeBoer at Alabama. New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel will not be at Patriots headquarters on Saturday during the NFL Draft as the fallout of his incident in Arizona with former NFL report Dianna Russini. New photos of Vrabel and Russini have surfaced, could it lead New England to trading their first round pick tonight? Bleck and Abdalla look to “Beat the Raj” with predictions on the top ten tonight. How many trades will take place in the top ten tonight? What are the chances Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love falls out of the top five? How many defensive players will be picked at the top of the draft? Will the Denver Nuggets respond defensively tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves? Can Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum continue his scoring success against Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks? Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker complained about the officiating in last night’s loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, has the Thunder’s style of play become a major NBA story? What items from the 2000s have value now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 20 mins
  • Abdalla is feeling the Love at the top of the draft?

    Abdalla is feeling the Love at the top of the draft?
    Apr 22 2026
    We’re one day away from the NFL Draft, where we’ll be broadcasting live from tomorrow in Pittsburgh. San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama left last night’s game with a concussion, can his team survive without him against the Portland Trail Blazers? What sites should Abdalla visit in Pittsburgh during the draft? No news yet on Aaron Rodgers return to the Pittsburgh Steelers, will we hear anything during the draft? Did the New England Patriots try to sneak coach Mike Vrabel’s availability yesterday and control questions about his interaction with former NFL reporter Dianna Russini? We have breaking news the Dallas Cowboys are going to make star receiver George Pickens play on the franchise tag this season. Before becoming the number one pick tomorrow, are we buying or selling Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza? How far can LeBron James continue to carry the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Playoffs? Has Abdalla changed his mind on teams selecting Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love high in the draft? Will Jaden McDaniels and the Minnesota Timberwolves back up their talk about the Denver Nuggets? Can Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum carry over his momentum against the New York Knicks? Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders wants the Cleveland media to be more positive. Should the Boston Celtics be concerned after losing game two to the Philadelphia 76ers? Can the Houston Rockets come back against the Lakers after falling into an 0-2 hole, could coach Ime Udoka be in trouble if Houston is swept? How high could Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson be drafted tomorrow? Now with the Kansas City Chiefs as a backup, could quarterback Justin Fields be on the path that Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold took? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 20 mins
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