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Bleck & Abdalla

Westwood One Sports

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,inthe moment. With

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141:08

Did Netflix get the MLB Home Run Derby right?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/07/14

The Home Run Derby made its Netflix debut last night, and despite Will Ferrell’s jokes, the guys were big fans of the broadcast. The MLB All-Star Game is tonight, can the NBA learn from baseball of how to put on an All-Star Game? The World Cup picks back up today, featuring some of the biggest stars in the world. How large is the talent gap between the United States and the rest of the world? We pickup 32 Questions in 32 Days asking if new Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing can get the

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141:10

Is the Home Run Derby the best All-Star event in sports?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/07/13

The Major League Baseball Home Run Derby is tonight, making its debut on Netflix. What can we expect from the broadcast? The World Cup is considering expanding to 64 teams, would this water down the tournament. We're ramping up 32 Questions in 32 Days with multiple teams per day, starting with the Baltimore Ravens how will new coaches Jesse Minter and Declan Doyle fit with franchise quarterback Lamar Jackson? How long is too long to wait in line for ice cream on a hot summer day? MLB commissioner

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141:25

Exclusive access to voice memos pitching LeBron James?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/07/10

Viewership for the World Cup continues to surprise, will Americans watch soccer when it’s a good product? LeBron James is reportedly collecting voice memos from teams interested in signing him, and we’ve acquired “exclusive access.” Our 32 questions in 32 days takes us to Atlanta asking if Michael Penix, Jr. or Tua Tagovailoa will start at quarterback for the Falcons. The Kawhi Leonard trade with the Toronto Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers is on hold while the NBA completes its investigation. Is

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141:25

Should we cut Christian Pulisic some slack?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/07/09

As France prepares to face Morocco in the World Cup, we’ve learned the USMNT’s Christian Pulisic suffered a bone bruise and microfracture in his leg during the loss to Belgium. Is Norway’s Erling Haaland the World Cup’s version of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce? Our latest LeBron James update has him reportedly considering the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves. After his placement on the NFL Top 100, could Tampa Bay

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141:04

Should LeBron Sign with the Cavs or Heat?

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2026/07/08

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by discussing LeBron James’ free agency. Is he more likely to sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, or Philadelphia 76ers? Does LeBron care about winning at this point? When should we expect LeBron to re-sign? Is Christian Pulisic getting fairly criticized for coming off with an injury in USMNT’s World Cup match vs. Belgium? In the latest edition of 32 Questions in 32 Days, Bleck and Abdalla attack the Dallas Cowboys. Did Jerry Jones do enough to fix the

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140:51

Christian Pulisic the Most DISAPPOINTING American...

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2026/07/07

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by discussing the USMNT’s disastrous loss to Belgium in the Round of 16 in the FIFA World Cup. What went wrong for the United States? How much blame should Christian Pulisic get? What is the future of soccer in this country? Boston Celtics President Brad Stevens talks about trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. Did his reasoning for the trade make sense? In the latest edition of 32 Questions in 32 Days, the guys decide if the Cincinnati Bengals have enough

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141:11

Flo Balogun’s Overturned Suspension has Precedent

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2026/07/06

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by discussing the USMNT’s match against Belgium tonight in the Round of 16 in the FIFA World Cup. Was the overturning of Flo Balogun’s red card justified? Does Belgium have a right to be upset? What were the Boston Celtics thinking in trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for an older Paul George? Where will LeBron James be playing basketball next season? 32 Questions in 32 Days. Can the Kansas City Chiefs regain the Patrick Mahomes magic? What

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139:17

The Rich Paul Whiteboard

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/07/03

Mike Wickett is in for Bleck and Abdalla today. He starts the show by discussing the Rich Paul whiteboard and where LeBron James could land this summer. What’s the best spot for him? Is San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aijuk worth signing for other NFL Teams? Yahoo Soccer Writer Steven Goff joins Mike. Has the FIFA World Cup been a success so far? Is the United States’ success so far been surprising? Can the USMNT beat Belgium? Did Arizona Cardinals Tight End Trey McBride make a massive

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141:11

Did the Celtics make a HUGE mistake?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/07/02

Mike Wickett is in for Bleck and Abdalla today. He starts the show by breaking down the massive NBA trade that sent Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers with Paul George and other draft picks going back to the Boston Celtics. Is this one of the worst trades in NBA history? What to make of the USMNT defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 in the FIFA World Cup. Did Folarin Balogun deserve a red card? Anthony Irwin of Lakers Lounge joins Mike to discuss the Lakers offseason so far. Have

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140:42

Where is the best fit for LeBron James?

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2026/07/01

Sean Little of NBATV sat in for Abdalla again today with tons of NBA free agent moves to discuss, including the future of LeBron James a day after telling the Los Angeles Lakers he'll be moving on. Could James possibly team up with Boston Celtics star Jalen Brown on the Cleveland Cavaliers? Could there be a mystery team interested in James that's not being discussed? Is tonight's game for the USMNT the biggest soccer game in American history? Today's 32 Questions and 32 Days takes us to the Big

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141:03

LeBron James is leaving the Lakers, where will he go?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/30

Sean Little of NBA TV was in for Abdullah again today. With tons of news from the association to discuss. The Portland Trail Blazers have acquired JA Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies. Can Morant revitalize his career in the Pacific Northwest? We react to the breaking news that LeBron James will not return to the Los Angeles Lakers. Is he headed to the Golden State Warriors to team with Steph Curry? Should LeBron consider going back to the Cleveland Cavaliers or Miami Heat? We head to the nation's

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122:46

Are the Golden State Warriors ready to build a 2016...

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/29

Sean Little of NBATV in for Abdalla today, he and Bleck discuss today’s report the Golden State Warriors are trying to make a play for LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Will the Los Angeles Clippers trade Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors? Today's 32 Teams om 32 Days takes us to Cleveland, will Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders win the starting quarterback battle> What cities in America are watching the World Cup the most? Would returning to the Miami Heat be a better option for James than

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140:55

What is the best condiment in America?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/26

The US men's national team lost their first game to Türkiye, the guys use an NFL comparison to explain what happened last night. The Boston Celtics continue to shop star Jaylen Brown and are reportedly seeking multiple first round draft choices. Will they find a trade partner? Today’s 32 Questions in 32 Days takes us to the Big Apple where we ask if new Giants coaches John Harbaugh and Matt Nagy will be able to coach quarterback Jaxson Dart out of taking big hits. As international soccer fans have

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140:34

Are the Timberwolves better with LaMelo Ball?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/25

We open with a massive NBA trade as Lamelo Ball is on his way to the Minnesota Timberwolves. With the Charlotte Hornets receiving Naz Reid and a ton of draft capital. How will Ball and Anthony Edwards complement each other? Are they enough to pass the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder? The Boston Celtics are actively trying to trade Jalen Brown. What is the best landing spot for the star? We head to Nashville for today's 32 Questions and 32 Days, asking if Titans quarterback Cam Ward can

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140:55

Did four NBA teams draft franchise players last night?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/24

Breaking news just as the show begins, the Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a new max deal with Austin Reaves. What does this mean for the future of LeBron James in Los Angeles? The NBA draft was last night, with no big surprises at the top of the draft. Will AJ Dybantsa be the franchise player the Washington Wizards need? The guys discussed the television presentation of last night's NBA Draft and separating the second round into tonight. In honor of Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić, the guys make

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140:51

The NFL says not so fast to Brendan Sorsby

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/23

Giannis Antetokounmpo has finally been traded, as the Milwaukee Bucks agreed to send him to the Miami Heat. How will Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo stack up in the eastern conference? The NBA Draft is tonight, would the Washington Wizards be crazy to pass on BYU’s AJ Dybantsa with the first pick? American soccer legend Tim Howard does not think the USMNT can win the World Cup. After missing out on Antetokounmpo, where do the Boston Celtics go from here with Jaylen Brown? Breaking news as the NFL has

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140:46

Is America a soccer nation now?

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2026/06/22

Dusty May is making the jump to the NBA. After winning the national championship at Michigan, he's accepted the head coaching position of the Dallas Mavericks. Is an NBA job simply better than even a high-level college gig? Trade rumors are picking up around Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo with the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics the most likely landing spots. The USMNT continues to win, is the newfound popularity of soccer in America sustainable after the World Cup? International soccer

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139:27

Is There Question of Who's Going No. 1 in the NBA Draft?

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/19

Mike Wickett, in for Bleck and Abdalla, breaks down who will be the no. 1 pick in the NBA Draft, which NFL team makes the most sense for Brendan Sorsby, discusses whether or not the Yankees or Dodgers will make a play for Tarik Scubal, tells where Giannis and LeBron will be playing basketball next year in "Fill in the Blank", and what the best things is about the World Cup.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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141:18

Make or Break Season for Burrow and the Bengals

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/18

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by discussing the expectations for Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals this season after the QB’s lofty comments comparing this team to his 2019 LSU Tigers. Is it Super Bowl or bust for Zac Taylor and company/ Could Burrow eventually want out of Cincinnati? Will LeBron James be returning to the Los Angeles Lakers next season and will he be bringing former teammate Kevin Love with him? Ben Roethlisberger takes a shot at the Baltimore Ravens. Have Lamar Jackson and

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140:50

Bleck and Abdalla’s Inaugural Supplemental Mock Draft

Bleck & Abdalla ·

2026/06/17

The Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James are reportedly working on a new contract. Is it the best fit for LeBron to return to LA? Where will Brendan Sorsby wind up being selected in the NFL Supplemental Draft? Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix returned to the practice field after his ankle injury in the playoffs. What type of season should we expect from Nix? Could a mystery team make an offer to the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo? What is receiver George Pickens’ outlook now that he has

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