Bleck & Abdalla

Are tons of trades coming at the NFL Draft?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:41:00 -0000

Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach is expecting a lot of trades on Thursday at the NFL Draft, how aggressive should Kansas City be to catch the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers in the AFC West? The NBA Play-In Tournament wraps tonight with potential for fireworks between Dillon Brooks of the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green? What first round series in the NBA Playoffs are the guys most excited for? How much of a paycut is LeBron James willing to take if he leaves the Los Angeles Lakers? Are the Dallas Cowboys likely to make a splash on draft night? Breaking news during the show that the Houston Texans made star edge rusher Will Anderson the highest paid defensive player in NFL history. Can Steph Curry follow up his performance from Wednesday night with another great game tonight? Do we expect to have clarity on the futures of Pittsburgh Steelers free agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers, Philadelphia Eagles receiver, A.J. Brown and New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence before Thursday’s first round? What non-first round quarterback in this year’s class has the best chance to have a great NFL career? Is the eastern or western conference more compelling in this year’s NBA Playoffs? More breaking news into the show that Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett wants a new contract, will he inevitably be replaced by Alabama’s Ty Simpson? WWE WrestleMania is this weekend, has the sports coverage of the event gone too far? The guys debate the top players in this year’s NFL Draft versus last year’s top prospects. Would a wide receiver make more sense for the Tennessee Titans with the fourth pick than taking Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love?

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Steph Curry is the greatest point guard of all time?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:25:00 -0000

We’re one week away from the NFL Draft! Have the New York Jets made their decision on the second overall pick after cancelling their visit with Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey? Bleck believes after his performance last night in the NBA Play-In Tournament, Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry is the greatest point guard in history. Could Los Angeles Clippers wing Kawhi Leonard or even Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James find their way to Golden State to team with Curry? LIV Golf appears to be going away, what does it mean for Saudi-backed sports? NFL.com Draft Analyst Chad Reuter joined the guys to look ahead to next week’s draft. How many trades will take place in next week’s first round? Will LaMelo Ball continue his recent hot streak in the Charlotte Hornets NBA Play-In game with the Orlando Magic? Can either Bailey or Ohio State’s Arvell Reese have an all-time rookie season rushing the passer? How many games will Play-In teams win in the first round of the NBA Playoffs? Will Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts be better or worse than last season? Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham and Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Dončić have been granted exemptions to receive awards by the NBA. Will the make the All-NBA first team? “Catch Me If You Can” comes to life as a former Alabama football player impersonated NFL players to secure nearly $20 million. Abdalla loses his mind over what a Pop Tart is and isn’t.

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Should the Raiders reconsider keeping the #1 pick?

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:50:00 -0000

Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek said the team has received interest in the top pick, should he consider trading it instead of selecting Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza? Last night’s NBA Play-In Tournament game between the Charlotte Hornets and Miami Heat was a classic, but should LaMelo Ball been ejected for taking out Bam Adebayo? The NBA is reporting record television numbers, are the narratives around the regular season overblown? Fashion insider Abdalla gives his thoughts on the Washington Commanders new uniforms. Multiple NFL Draft mock drafts have dropped, what can we learn from them? Where will New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence land? How should the Washington Wizards have felt watching Deni Avdija last night in the Portland Trail Blazers win over the Phoenix Suns? Can the Buffalo Bills salvage receiver Keon Coleman’s career? Will American fans be able to tailgate at the World Cup? NFL analyst Lindsay Rhodes joined the guys to preview next week’s NFL Draft.

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Adam Silver's NBA is fast food?

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:39:00 -0000

Will Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown be traded to the New England Patriots before the NFL Draft next week? Should Eagles coach Nick Siriani take some of the blame for the current situation with Brown? The NBA Play-In Tournament is tonight and Bleck has a fast-food comparison what commissioner Adam Silver has done to the league. With talk of going to 18 games, are their lessons the NFL can learn from the criticisms of the NBA this year? Is this year’s NFL Draft class a weak crop? Should the Detroit Pistons, New York Knicks and Denver Nuggets be on upset alert heading into the NBA Playoffs? Other than the Oklahoma City Thunder, what teams can realistically win the NBA Championship? Will the Jacksonville Jaguars actually be using Travis Hunter on offense as well as defense? Mike Golic, Jr. joined the show to look ahead to next week’s NFL Draft. Eagles general manager Howie Roseman commented on the trade rumors around Brown. Should fans in the Windy City be concerned about Chicago Bears quarterback suffering the Kardashian curse?

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Are Rory and Scottie the new Tiger and Phil?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:51:00 -0000

Did a team attempt a now-botched hit piece on Rueben Bain hoping the Miami edge rusher drops in the NFL Draft? Fresh of Rory McIlroy’s second straight win at The Masters, could the new rivalry with he and Scottie Scheffler be the new Tiger Woods vs. Phil Mickelson? The NBA regular season has wrapped up and the guys give their thoughts on the Play-In Tournament that begins tomorrow. The Philadelphia Eagles acquired traded for receiver Dontayvion Wicks from the Green Bay Packers, is this a precursor to trading A.J. Brown? Is it harder to win back-to-back in the Super Bowl, World Series, NBA Finals or The Masters? Are the Packers trending up or down in the NFC North? What NBA Play-In team has the best chance to pull a first round upset? Will Aaron Rodgers give the Pittsburgh Steelers a decision before the NFL Draft? What should be the NBA’s top offseason priority: tanking, load management or foul baiting? Was Sergio Garcia’s crash out at The Masters relatable or unacceptable? Who is the more intriguing future Hall of Famer in the first round matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets: LeBron James or Kevin Durant? Doc Rivers is out as coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, what’s next for superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo? Yahoo! Sports Senior NFL Writer Frank Schwab joined the show to look ahead to the NFL Draft. Bleck and Abdalla give their thoughts on the viral couple of Indiana Pacers fans appearing on Inside the NBA.

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Will Ty Simpson be in for a long wait at the NFL Draft?

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:14:00 -0000

We now know what players will be present at the NFL Draft, and they include Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson. How long will he have to wait before walking out on stage? The New York Knicks beat the Boston Celtics and now own the tiebreaker in the chase for the second seed in the eastern conference. Has the coverage of The Masters become “broified?” New York Giants coach Matt Nagy spoke on how his experience with quarterback Patrick Mahomes could help his new quarterback Jaxson Dart. Will the best player in the NFL Draft be at the NFL Draft? Adam Silver is enthusiastic about a new idea to help curb tanking in the NBA, is he on the right track? The Jacksonville Jaguars will make last year’s #2 pick Travis Hunter a full-time cornerback, would they still select him if they had a redo? Does Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson or Dillon Gabriel give the Cleveland Browns the best chance to win? Should Kirk Cousins or Fernando Mendoza start week one at quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders? Who will win The Masters on Sunday? Is the World Cup going to be a disaster for fans? Could Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and New Orleans Saints passer Tyler Shough be the NFL’s breakout signal callers this season?

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Is the NBA’s 65 game rule actually working?

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:13:00 -0000

Sean Little of NBA TV was in for Abdalla today joining Bleck. Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken explained why he missed the NFL head coaches photo, and seems pretty upset about it. What’s the worst excuse you’ve ever heard for missing work? New Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins says the team should play their best quarterback, even if that’s not him. As the NBA regular season winds down, what do we make of the 65 game rule? Should expectations be sky high for the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson under rookie coach Jesse Minter? Will Michael Malone lead North Carolina to the Sweet 16 next season? What type of season will quarterback Shedeur Sanders have this season under Monken? Will Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson be selected in the first round of the NBA Draft? March Madness drew terrific ratings on television, does that mean anything for the NBA? Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens has not yet signed his franchise tag, will he workout a long-term deal? Bleck believes he has an answer to fix NBA tanking.

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Are the Chicago Bulls hopeless?

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:27:00 -0000

The Houston Texans picked up their fifth year options on quarterback C.J. Stroud and defensive lineman Will Anderson. Can Stroud bounce back this season to earn a long-term deal as Houston’s franchise quarterback? The Las Vegas Raiders opened their OTAs with edge rusher Maxx Crosby in attendance, as well as minority owner Tom Brady. Should expected number one pick Fernando Mendoza already be preparing to play for the Raiders? If Mendoza compares to former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, should he still be the #1 pick when Ohio State edge rusher Arvell Reese compares to Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons? Chicago Bulls President & CEO Michael Reinsdorf is requiring front office candidates to work with Billy Donovan as the team’s coach, is this backwards? What once-great teams that are now disappointing have a hopeless outlook? If the Philadelphia Eagles trade receiver A.J. Brown, we explore six potential trades. Are Bleck and Abdalla buying or selling new North Carolina coach Michael Malone? Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane isn’t attending the teams workouts, what does his future hold? Are things looking up in Baltimore with quarterback Lamar Jackson in attendance for the team’s offseason program? Will new Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski get the most out of tight end Kyle Pitts? After requesting a trade, what is New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence’s outlook in 2026? Mendoza will not be attending the NFL Draft, is the reason new Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins? Could the Eagles make a shocking move in the first round of the draft and select Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson, with Jalen Hurts still on the roster? Abdalla still has issues with Brady calling games for FOX while running the Raiders. Why are the Cleveland Browns featuring quarterback Shedeur Sanders online if he’s not going to be the starter? The NCAA is considering giving student athletes five years of eligibility, Bleck wants to know what is going on here?! Will San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk find a new home with the Washington Commanders and his former teammate Jayden Daniels? Is Abdalla excited for the upcoming spinoff Chopped Castaways?

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Is Michigan an all-time great champion?

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:25:00 -0000

The Michigan Wolverines are national champions after their win over UConn last night. Will coach Dusty May’s team be remembered among the all-time greats? A day after North Carolina hired former Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone, do we believe the Tar Heels were turned down by multiple choices? What’s next for the Chicago Bulls after nuking their front office and will it affect coach Billy Donovan? Could Alabama’s Ty Simpson now find himself climbing into the top 20 of the NBA Draft? Of the current champions across sports, where does Michigan basketball stack up? Bleck drives Abdalla nuts with his criteria on being a sports dynasty. The Milwaukee Bucks and their star Giannis Antetokounmpo appear headed for a divorce, should they end things this offseason? Bleck and Abdalla select their food items from the Augusta menu at The Masters. We have an update following last week’s critical story on Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts. The fellas discussed Artemis II and we all learned about Abdalla’s thoughts on space. Where could New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence wind up after requesting a trade?

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Is Michael Malone the right coach for North Carolina?

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:31:00 -0000

Michigan takes on UConn tonight in the National Championship game with multiple huge storylines. Michigan’s dominance through the tournament gives the Wolverines a chance to be known as one of the greatest teams of all time. For UConn, Dan Hurley can win his third championship in four years and put his name among the greatest coaches in college basketball history. Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was in attendance as the team began offseason activities under new coach Jesse Minter. Could the Arizona Cardinals trade up to the back of the first round to draft Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson? New Your Giants defensive star Dexter Lawrence has requested a trade. How difficult is is to find all the games of your favorite baseball team? Will Billy Donovan return to the Chicago Bulls, possibly in a different role? After re-signing Travon Walker, are the Jacksonville Jaguars set to take a step forward in Liam Coen’s second season? Who will have a better season in 2026, Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young or C.J. Stroud of the Houston Texans? Would the NCAA basketball tournament expanding to 76 teams be good or bad for March Madness? Should Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić get more consideration for his fourth MVP award? Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is the heavy favorite to be on the cover of Madden, are Bleck and Abdalla considered about the Madden curse? The guys react to the breaking news that North Carolina has hired former Nuggets coach Michael Malone. Our colleague Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night joins the show to discuss Malone’s hire and preview tonight’s championship game. The Chicago Bulls shook up their front office letting go Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley, where will they go from here?

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Day two from Radio Row at the Final Four

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:10:00 -0000

It’s day two from Indianapolis with our teammate from Westwood One Sports Robbie Hummel joining the guys to tip off the show from Final Four Radio Row. Another of our teammates P. J. Carlesimo then sat down with Bleck and Abdalla to look ahead to the games. Last night at dinner in Indianapolis, Bleck and Abdalla found the Michael Jordan of waiters. The Los Angeles Lakers were blown out by the Oklahoma City Thunder and lost Luka Dončić to injury, an injury Bleck can relate too. Oklahoma State coach Steve Lutz stopped by to chat up the guys on Final Four Radio Row. Bleck and Abdalla react to the breaking news Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd has agreed to a new deal. Will Michigan vs. Arizona live up the hype? How many games will Kirk Cousins win for the Las Vegas Raiders? What does Illinois need to beat UConn tomorrow? Is it time for the NBA’s 65 game threshold to go? Our teammate at Westwood One Sports Jason Horowitz stopped by to look ahead to tomorrow’s games. Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night stopped by to talk about where North Carolina’s coaching search goes from here. We welcome Alabama coach Nate Oats to preview tomorrow’s matchups. Bleck and Abdalla make their predictions for tomorrow’s Final Four games between Illinois and UConn, then Michigan and Arizona.

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Live from the Final Four in Indianapolis!

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:57:00 -0000

After an adventurous road trip from Chicago, Bleck and Abdalla broadcasted live from the Final Four in Indianapolis. The Las Vegas Raiders have signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, does that mean presumed number one pick Fernando Mendoza will be sitting his entire rookie season? Cousins new deal will pay him $20 million dollars guaranteed, and the guys ask has any pro athlete ever earned more while accomplishing less in their career. Our teammate Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night also made the trip to Indianapolis and came on the show to look ahead to this weekend’s Final Four matchups. Competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut also joined the guys, and Abdalla may have been a bit star struck. Any chance UConn coach Dan Hurley headbutts someone this weekend at the Final Four? Will Michigan continue their streak of domination against Arizona? How many Illinois fans can we expect to make the trip to the Final Four? Could the Chicago White Sox be headed for another season of record futility? Kansas coach Bill Self is returning for another season. Is major college sports best or worse now in the world of NIL and the transfer portal? Illinois assistant coach Kevin Kruger joined the show from Indianapolis looking ahead to this week’s Final Four matchup with UConn. Our teammate Brad Evans from BetMGM Tonight hung out with us in Indianapolis to preview this weekend’s matchups. Gonzaga coach and new Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Mark Few came on with the guys from Indianapolis to preview the Final Four.

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Are the Denver Broncos actually interested in Aaron Rodgers?

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:03:00 -0000

Talk of the NFL moving to an 18 game regular season is continuing, how quickly can the league push it through? A report has linked the Denver Broncos to Aaron Rodgers, how seriously should we take it? Where do the Pittsburgh Steelers go if Rodgers doesn’t return as their quarterback? The television ratings for March Madness have been through the roof, will that continue this weekend during the Final Four? Is Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan on his way out of the Windy City, even if it’s not to coach North Carolina? Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is facing sharp criticism in his own building. Are Bleck and Abdalla buying stock in Steelers coach Mike McCarthy? Is Kirk Cousins a good fit for the Steelers if they lose Rodgers? How are we feeling about baseball’s new ABS challenge system? Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is now the winningist player in NBA history, and Abdalla gets triggered about it. April Fools Day is the Super Bowl for social media teams, wha are some of the best posts? Could the Broncos think about trading quarterback Bo Nix due to tension with coach Sean Payton? Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson doesn’t seem content after the team’s solid 2025 season. Where will Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love wind up going in the NFL Draft? Former Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. wants to return to the Big Apple, does he have anything left? What’s the best job in college basketball?

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Should the Steelers go with Kirk Cousins instead of Aaron Rodgers?

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:59:00 -0000

Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslem gave an optimistic point of view of quarterback Deshaun Watson, what is the team doing at the NFL’s most important position? Should NFL teams pause before planning for next year’s crop of quarterbacks in the NFL Draft? Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike McCarthy is talking with Aaron Rodgers as they await the quarterback’s decision. Would the Steelers be better off signing Kirk Cousins now? UConn head coach Dan Hurley’s headbutt continues to get attention, should it be a big story? ESPN plans to us Jason Kelce as part of their Masters coverage, are we getting too much of the Kelce brothers? During the NFL’s annual league meetings, a handful of coaches skipped Jay Glazer’s day drinking party, who were they? Are less NBA games ever going to actually happen, or is a waste of time to discuss? Will salary caps be coming to either baseball or college football? Could Rodgers look to upstage the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh? The Super Bowl in 2028 is headed to Las Vegas, what sorts of shenanigans can Bleck and Abdalla get into in Sin City? Could LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier surpass Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson to be the second quarterback selected in the NFL Draft? Could LeBron James play next season somewhere other than with the Los Angeles Lakers or Cleveland Cavaliers?

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Thank you Duke?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:22:00 -0000

An all-time classic yesterday in UConn’s comeback win over Duke leads the guys to thanking the Blue Devils. With the NFL’s annual meetings going on, one of the highlights is the coach's breakfast. Bleck and Abdalla ask what NFL coach would you like to have breakfast with? Is the NFL expanding to 18 games a formality at this point? What are the Cleveland Browns doing at quarterback? San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch has spoken on the electrical substation, is it enough to satisfy Abdalla? Who is the the better coach in college sports right now, UConn basketball’s Dan Hurley or Indiana football’s Curt Cignetti? Was yesterday’s game an all-time comeback by UConn, or all-time choke job from Duke? Other than UConn, what’s the best story heading into the Final Four is Michigan, Illinois or Arizona? In their labor dispute with the NFL, do referees deserve full-time pay and benefits? What is the second most popular sport in America right now? Are streaming services pricing out sports fans? Could Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan be headed to Chapel Hill to take over North Carolina? After the first week of the baseball season, we have the first data on the ABS challenge system in baseball. Only on Bleck and Abdalla could we get Zoo News and put together a Westwood One heist team to steal candy bars.

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Arizona is the BEST Team in College Basketball and Iowa is the Modern Day CINDERELLA

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:06:00 -0000

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by discussing Thursday night’s Sweet 16 results. Has Arizona distanced themselves as the best team in March Madness? Is Iowa making this kind of run the modern Cinderella in March Madness? Are people done hating Duke basketball or are they just as hateable with Jon Scheyer as they were under Coach K? Did Tom Brady try to return to the NFL in the past two seasons while being a part-owner of the Las Vegas Raiders? Who should North Carolina be targeting as their next Men’s Basketball Coach? Did Curt Cignetti go too far when ripping transfer star wide receiver Nick Marsh for his gold cleats? Who will Ty Simpson get drafted by? Where will Anthony Richardson be playing? Who will win the East region between Duke, St John’s, Michigan State, and UCONN? How many Final Fours will John Calipari reach with Arkansas? Could the College Football season start a week earlier? Westwood One March Madness Studio Host Jason Horowitz joins the guys. Was he shocked to see Arkansas get blown out by Arizona? Is it fair to call Iowa a Cinderella? What are his expectations for Duke vs St Johns? How will the East region play out?

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Baseball is BACK!!!!

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:02:00 -0000

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by discussing MLB’s Opening Night broadcast on Netflix between the New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants. Did Netflix lose the plot between the theatrics, scorebug, and missing the league’s first ABS challenge? Is Ty Simpson a legitimate 1st round pick and who should take their shot at him? Can Adam Silver REALLY put an end to tanking in the NBA? Is it okay that the NFL isn’t opening the season with the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks on Thursday because of the Australia game? The guys look at a few more mock drafts as we are less than a month away from the NFL Draft. Will the Los Angeles Dodgers win over 100 games this season? Will the Los Angeles Lakers make a deep playoff run? Will Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes play a full season? Will Bill Self coach another game for Kansas? Will Jaxon Smith Njigba catch more than 10 touchdowns next season? Was Joe Flacco in the right for calling out NFL teams for not signing him? Westwood One College Basketball Analyst PJ Carlesimo joins the guys. Are the Texas Longhorns a Cinderella story? Can Texas knock off Purdue tonight? What makes Arizona so dangerous? How impressive is the job that Fred Hoiberg has done at Nebraska? How has Rick Pittino been able to do it again?

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The PERFECT Candidate for North Carolina

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:07:00 -0000

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by reacting to the news of Hubert Davis being fired as North Carolina’s Men’s Basketball head coach. Who should UNC consider and should Chicago Bulls Head Coach Billy Donovan be interested in a return to college basketball? The guys are then joined by Russell Dorsey of Yahoo Sports and Apple TV to preview the Major League Baseball season. Is it bad that the Los Angeles Dodgers are once again heavy favorites to win it all? Do we truly appreciate how good Ohtani is? How will the AL East play out this year and how good the Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox, and New York Yankees will be. How he expects the ABS to play out. How long will a potential work stoppage be next season? Can the Los Angeles Lakers be legitimate contenders this season? How concerning is the idea of having replacement referees for the upcoming NFL season? What should we expect from Tua Tagovailoa with the Falcons in 2026? Should the Dallas Cowboys have traded for Maxx Crosby? Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night joins the guys to talk college hoops. Is Billy Donovan a legitimate candidate for North Carolina? Why is Tommy Lloyd the best fit for the Tar Heels? Could Bill Self step down as Kansas head coach? Why Arizona vs Arkansas is the most intriguing game of the Sweet 16. Does Michigan State have a chance to reach the Final Four? And who can surprise this weekend.

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Are the Chiefs BACK to being a Super Bowl Contender?

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:02:00 -0000

Bleck and Abdalla start the show by reacting to the news of Tight End Travis Kelce returning to the Kansas City Chiefs on a 3-year deal and what it means for their Super Bowl outlook in 2026. Can they get back to their own ways and can they tread water with Justin Fields at the start of the season if needed? Can San Antonio Spurs big man Victor Wembanyama make a late run at the NBA MVP award for this season? Where will Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James play next season with the rumors that he won’t be making $50 million next season? Will Aaron Rodgers return to the Pittsburgh Steelers next season and what will the combination of him and Mike McCarthy look like? Just how popular has the NCAA Tournament been so far this year from a ratings perspective and is College Basketball a better product than the NBA at this point? Who are the best coaches and players left in March Madness? What are the best March Madness moments of all-time? Who has the best and worst college basketball fanbases? Does Golf need Tiger Woods from a viewership standpoint? How will the NFL Draft play out as the guys look at Field Yates’ Mock Draft. What exactly does Tom Brady do with the Las Vegas Raiders and will he have success as a part-owner?

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Is the Cinderella in March Madness GONE FOREVER?

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:04:00 -0000

Bleck and Abdalla recap the first weekend of March Madness. Are Cinderella stories gone forever with the current state of college basketball? The guys then look at how their brackets look in their journey to “Beat the Raj.” Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba becomes the highest paid wide receiver in NFL history and how it will impact Rams wide receiver Pucca Nacua going forward. Did anyone watch the flag football this weekend and should NFL players like Cincinnati Bengals Joe Burrow and Washington Commanders Jayden Daniels be participating? Did Bill Self coach his final game for Kansas? Will North Carolina move on from Hubert Davis? Which coaches will be candidates to replace these two? With the NFL Draft exactly one month away, what will the biggest storylines be as we approach the big day? Will Alabama QB Ty Simpson be the biggest talking point? New York Giants running back Cam Scattebo made some interesting comments about CTE and asthma which he had to apologize for. Is Kevin Durant passing Michael Jordan on the all-time scoring list or LeBron James passing Robert Parish on the all-time games played list more impressive? Is it more likely that the Los Angeles Dodgers or the field wins the World Series this year? Would Cameron Boozer or Darius Acuff Jr be the better NBA player? Which is the better Sweet 16 matchup between Duke/St. John’s and Arkansas/Arizona? Will Steph Curry finish his career with the Charlotte Hornets?

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Did your bracket survive day one?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:22:00 -0000

Geoff Schwartz filling in for Abdalla today joining Bleck on day two of March Madness. The guys looked back on yesterday’s big upsets including High Point’s win over Wisconsin. What is the biggest hole for an NFL contender to fill remaining this offseason? The Los Angeles Lakers are on a tear with Luka Dončić scoring 60 points last night, could he sneak past Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to become NBA MVP? What has been the best signing or trade so far during the NFL offseason? Who is the most surprising unsigned free agent in the NFL? After their loss yesterday, should the North Carolina Tar Heels shake things up with major changes? What are the Minnesota Vikings doing at quarterback with Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz and J.J. McCarthy? With the surge of injuries in the NBA this season, was Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr correct that the league needs to play fewer games? Is D.J. Moore the right number one receiver to help Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills finally make it to the Super Bowl? Could you take on the 9-9-9 challenge at a New York Mets game?

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One of the great sports days of the year!

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:27:00 -0000

March Madness is here! Bleck and Abdalla make their final tweaks to “Beat the Raj” before being joined by legendary college basketball broadcaster Fran Fraschilla of Westwood One Sports for one final preview before today’s games. Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham will miss extended time with a collapsed lung, where does the NBA MVP race now stand? The Los Angeles Lakers are hot with Luka Dončić and LeBron James finally to starting to play well off each other, could they make a deep playoff run? The Cleveland Browns are proposing a rule that would allow NFL teams to trade draft picks five years out, should the league stop this to protect bad teams from themselves? Is screen time a bigger issue for baby boomers than kids? After Indiana’s Francisco Mendoza, what should we make of this year’s crop of quarterbacks in the NFL Draft? Could a team try to trade up for Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson? What would Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love need to do to justify being selected by the Tennessee Titans with the fourth pick of the draft? Will LeBron James win multiple playoff series’ before his career finishes? With the addition of receiver Jaylen Waddle, can Broncos quarterback Bo Nix finish among the top three passers in the NFL? Has Giannis Antetokounmpo played his last game with the Milwaukee Bucks? The Philadelphia Eagles have traded for quarterback Andy Dalton, what are the chances he sees the field next season? Are the Miami Dolphins really going to keep running back De’Von Achane, and if they do how productive can he be? The Minnesota Vikings are bringing back quarterback Carson Wentz, what will that mean for J.J. McCarthy? Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is trademarking the nickname “Iceman,” cool or lame?

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Can Bleck and Abdalla get on the same page with their March Madness bracket?

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:24:00 -0000

Team USA lost in the final of the World Baseball Classic and Abdalla isn’t having Mark DeRosa’s explanation for not using Mason Miller. Did the tournament simply mean more to Venezuela than Team USA? We’re halfway through the First Four, and Bleck and Abdalla are uniting to “Beat The Raj” in March Madness. Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby has spoken on the weird circumstances surrounding his cancelled trade to the Baltimore Ravens, does it make Baltimore look even worse? Westwood One Sports Night’s Josh Graham joined the guys to go over their March Madness brackets. What’s been the most impactful trade in the NFL so far this offseason? Of the wide receivers traded, which one will be most impactful with his new team: Jaylen Waddle with the Denver Broncos, D.J. Moore on the Buffalo Bills or Michael Pittman, Jr. with the Pittsburgh Steelers? Are the guys buying the budget receiver signings of Hollywood Brown to the Philadelphia Eagles and Christian Kirk with the San Francisco 49ers? Would the Tennessee Titans be nuts to select Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with the 4th pick? Is Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson worth a first round pick? What is the best day to call off work because of sports? Our colleague Jordan Cornette of Westwood One Sports joined the show to talk March Madness.

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With Jaylen Waddle, are the Denver Broncos now the best team in the AFC?

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:28:00 -0000

The guys open the show with the breaking news that the Denver Broncos are acquiring wide receiver Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins in a trade that sends a first round pick to Miami. With Waddle joining Bo Nix, how do the Broncos now stack up in the AFC against top teams like the Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens? The San Francisco 49ers have signed former Houston Texans receiver Christian Kirk, can Kyle Shanahan’s crew finally avoid injuries and get over the hump to win a Super Bowl? The First Four of the NCAA Tournament turns fifteen years old when it starts tonight, while Team USA takes on Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic final. What team has the best roster in the NFL following the big wave of free agency? Our Westwood One Sports colleague Casey Jacobsen joined the show to look ahead to March Madness. Could Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love go in the top five of the NFL Draft? Will Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson be a first round pick? Is versatile Ohio State defender Arvell Reese the best defensive player in the NFL Draft? Could the NBA Play-In Tournament borrow some things from the NCAA Tournament’s First Four? How will fans look back on the LeBron James/Kevin Durant era compared to the current generation of NBA stars?

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“I’m Duke!” March Madness is here!

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:17:00 -0000

The NCAA Tournament has been set, will all four #1 seeds make it to the Final Four as happened last year? Who are some of the dangerous teams that could bust your bracket? The Kansas City Chiefs have traded for New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields. Can Fields resurrect his career backing up Patrick Mahomes? A.J. Brown is still a member of the Philadelphia Eagles after the Los Angeles Rams reportedly kicked around the idea of acquiring him and trading Davante Adams. Is March Madness the best postseason in all of sports? Will Fields be the Chiefs opening day starting quarterback as Mahomes recovers from knee surgery? Should Miami of Ohio have been in the field of 64 and avoided the First Four? Who was the biggest loser of last week’s cancelled trade: the Las Vegas Raiders, the Baltimore Ravens or Maxx Crosby? With Team USA advancing in the World Baseball Classic, are you emotionally invested? The NBA has moved closer to adding expansion franchises in Las Vegas Seattle, will this be good or bad for the league? Are the Green Bay Packers are about to become corporate sellouts? How many of the Oscar winning films did Bleck and Abdalla see? What NFL teams improved themselves the most during free agency?

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Is Kyler Murray an A+ signing for the Minnesota Vikings?

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:25:00 -0000

Quarterback Kyler Murray is officially a Minnesota Viking. Is there anyway the former number one pick could lose a competition with former first round pick J.J. McCarthy? Could Baltimore Ravens franchise quarterback Lamar Jackson actually hit free agency in the future and leave the team? The Tennessee Titans have a new look, and our fashion expert Abdalla has strong thoughts on the new look. On the eve of the NCAA Tournament, whose idea was it to have an LED court? Should Miami of Ohio get to go dancing after losing their first game in the MAC tournament? How does the top of the NFC stack up now that Murray is in Minnesota? Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby is back with the Las Vegas Raiders, but will he be there when the season begins? What has been the best signing so far in free agency? Who is the most impactful free agent still available? Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made history last night, but Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown called out his foul baiting. Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra shined a light on the Washington Wizards tanking. Professors Bleck and Abdalla grade the biggest signings in NFL free agency. Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night joined the show to look ahead to Selection Sunday.

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Is Kyler Murray heading to the Minnesota Vikings for the short or long term?

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:38:00 -0000

After his trade to the Baltimore Ravens was cancelled, Maxx Crosby is saying that he’ll be staying with the Las Vegas Raiders. Will that be the case, or could Crosby still be dealt to a new home? Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta denied the team got cold feet about the deal, do Bleck and Abdalla believe him? Free agent quarterback Kyler Murray is expected to sign with the Minnesota Vikings, but is also talking at a number of teams who may have openings next season. Who could those teams be? How would Murray’s arrival affect Vikings All-Pro receiver Justin Jefferson? Will Murray’s expected arrival in Minnesota make the NFC North the best division in football? After signing edge rusher Bradley Chubb and trading for receiver D.J. Moore, are the Buffalo Bills now the best team in the AFC? How many sacks will Crosby and new Ravens edge rusher Trey Hendrickson register in 2026? Will new Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis win more games than Tua Tagovailoa did? How many games will Tagovailoa start for the Atlanta Falcons? Are the San Francisco 49ers being petty with receiver Brandon Aiyuk? What team is the biggest loser in free agency so far? Did the Los Angeles Chargers make a sneaky strong signing with former Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell? How would free agent quarterback Kirk Cousins fit in with the Raiders as a mentor to the expected number one pick in the draft, Fernando Mendoza? What kind of a pair would Cousins and Mendoza make hitting the strip in Las Vegas?

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Shady Wednesday?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:42:00 -0000

The Baltimore Ravens shocked the NFL world by backing out of their trade for Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby, then agreeing to a deal with former Cincinnati Bengals pass rusher Trey Hendrickson to fill the same position. Did the Ravens act unethically and simply get cold feet? Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo scored 83 points last night, passing Kobe Bryant for second place all time. But was it an unethical record setting performance? What is going on Mark DeRosa not knowing where Team USA stood in the World Baseball Classic? The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to a new two-year deal with Daniel Jones, do the guys buy or sell stock on the quarterback? Baywatch is rebooting and we have details on the new show. The NFL is looking to take over another date, Thanksgiving Eve. Is this a good decision for the league? Should the teams that missed out on Crosby a week ago try to circle back and get him? Or would the Raiders be best to just keep the star along with their other new additions? After the first days of free agency, who are the two best teams in the AFC and NFC? Former All-Pro Shawne Merriman joined the guys to give his perspective on the Crosby and Hendrickson news and compare the two pass rushers. Would you try an espresso tasting chicken wing? How about a chicken wing-tasting espresso?

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The NFL Offseason Champion is the Tennessee Titans?

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:18:00 -0000

After day one of free agency, are the Tennessee Titans the biggest winner in the NFL with their additions led by defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers. What is going on with the Las Vegas Raiders after they traded star edge rusher Maxx Crosby, then spent a ton of money on day one of free agency? Has free agent pass rusher Trey Hendrickson priced himself out from signing with potential suitors? Soren Petro from Sports Radio 810 WHB in Kansas City joined the show to discuss the Chiefs signing of Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker and the news future Hall of Fame tight end Travis Kelce is returning for another season. What NFL teams have demonstrated mature fiscal responsiblity thus far during free agency? Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr think the NBA needs to play less games. Are the Los Angeles Lakers better without LeBron James and focusing the team on Luka Dončić? Why hasn’t quarterback Kyler Murray signed with the Minnesota Vikings or another team yet? The Las Vegas Raiders are trading quarterback Geno Smith back to where his career began with the New York Jets. The guys play a game of quarterback musical chairs after all of the NFL movement thus far. What would you do if a Labubu landed on your arm?

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NFL Free Agent frenzy is here!

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:45:00 -0000

Bleck is back from vacation for the launch of NFL free agency. The Miami Dolphins released Tua Tagovailoa this morning to kickoff the day’s news. Wide receiver Alec Pierce is returning to the Indianapolis Colts, will that help lead to a trade for Philadelphia Eagles star A.J. Brown? Future Hall of Fame tight end Travis Kelce is returning to the Kansas City Chiefs, does he just want to avoid staying home all day with Taylor Swift? Speaking of the Chiefs, they add Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker. Can Walker help propel Patrick Mahomes back to the top of the AFC West? With Pierce back in the fold, the Colts traded Michael Pittman to the Pittsburgh Steelers while the Carolina Panthers spent big money to sign edge rusher Jaelan Phillips from the Eagles. Just hours after releasing their quarterback, Miami has a new one agreeing to a huge deal with Malik Willis. Is this an upgrade? Did the Baltimore Ravens give up too much to acquire Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby? The Raiders record contract to sign center Tyler Linderbaum away from the Ravens sends Abdalla into a tailspin. If former Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray signs with the Vikings, is he an instant upgrade over J.J. McCarthy? Future Hall of Fame receiver Mike Evans is leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the San Francisco 49ers, should he be worried about the substation?

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Is Duke vs. North Carolina the best rivalry in sports?

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:29:00 -0000

Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night was in again for Bleck, joining Abdalla. A new team has emerged as a potential landing spot for Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby, the Baltimore Ravens. The Raiders also released Geno Smith, adding another quarterback to the free agent pool. Should the Arizona Cardinals pursue free agent quarterback Malik Willis or tank in 2026? With Duke and North Carolina renewing their rivalry tomorrow night, Abdalla and Josh debate the greatest rivalries in sports. Is it Duke/Carolina, Bears/Packers or another rivalry? After a loss last night for the Los Angeles Lakers, are we counting down until LeBron James returns home to the Cleveland Cavaliers for a farewell tour? Our colleague from Westwood One Sports Kevin Kugler joined the show to look ahead to the NCAA Tournament. Could the Denver Broncos find a way to add Super Bowl MVP running back Kenneth Walker and star receiver Stefon Diggs? What can’t regular baseball be as fun as the World Baseball Classic? What can the NBA learn from the popularity of college basketball? Which Super Bowl team is set to take the bigger step back after free agent losses: the New England Patriots or the Seattle Seahawks? Can Miami of Ohio’s men’s basketball team follow Indiana football as one of the year’s best sports stories?

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D.J. Moore is traded to the Buffalo Bills, is Maxx Crosby now Chicago Bears bound?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:10:00 -0000

Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night again joined Abdalla as the show kicks off with the massive news that the Chicago Bears have traded receiver D.J. Moore to the Buffalo Bills. Will Moore be the number one receiver that quarterback Josh Allen badly needs? Now armed with another draft pick, are the Bears in a prime position to trade for Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby? What does the Moore trade mean for Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown’s trade value? The New England Patriots released receiver Stefon Diggs yesterday, could he be headed to the Denver Broncos? Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is set to return to the lineup, how effective will he be in the playoffs? How soon can the Pittsburgh Steelers expect a decision from quarterback Aaron Rodgers? Will newly acquired cornerback Trent McDuffie give the Los Angeles Rams a top five defense? Are the Oklahoma City Thunder and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander now the NBA’s villain? Could the NFL turn free agency into an in-person extravaganza? After trading McDuffie, are the Kansas City Chiefs taking a gap year in 2026?

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NFL news is getting [Russell Wilson voice] spicy!

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:11:00 -0000

Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night in for Bleck today to chat up the returning Abdalla. The Arizona Cardinals are going to release quarterback Kyler Murray, where is the best spot for the former number one pick? The Minnesota Vikings or the Pittsburgh Steelers? The Indianapolis Colts placed the transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones, did they put themselves in this position by trading two first round picks for cornerback Sauce Gardner? The Seattle Seahawks did not place the franchise tag on Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, is letting the running back hit free agency the right move for the world champions? Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza doesn’t grade out well compared to quarterbacks of past NFL Drafts, should the Las Vegas Raiders try to trade out of the number one pick? The Los Angeles Lakers have won three games in a row, but what should we make of star Luka Dončić arguing with coach J.J. Redick during a game? Did free agent quarterback Russell Wilson snipe back at his former coach with the Denver Broncos Sean Payton again? What’s the latest on trade talk surrounding Las Vegas Raiders edge Maxx Crosby and Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown? Are the Kansas Jayhawks already out of contention of legitimately competing for the national championship?

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Duke is back, time to drink the Haterade?

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:18:00 -0000

John Lund in again for Bleck and Abdalla today. With Duke re-establishing themselves as dominant in college basketball, is it time to celebrate the teams we love to hate? Should dynasties be celebrated, not hated? Do we still hate teams like the Dallas Cowboys and Notre Dame? The Seattle Seahawks are not going to be place the franchise tag on Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, are they making a huge mistake? How high should Ohio State’s Arvell Reese be selected in the NFL Draft without having a position? What NFL teams are most likely to make very wise moves this offseason, and which teams are likely to make unwise ones? Could Indianapolis quarterback Daniel Jones really move on in free agency, possibly returning to the Minnesota Vikings? Could Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa find his way to the Atlanta Falcons? Will American sports fans be upset if the United States loses in the World Baseball Classic? Is it time for Giannis Antetokounmpo to act a little more like James Harden to force himself out of the Milwaukee Bucks? What upcoming sporting event are you most excited for: NFL Free Agency, the NFL Draft, the World Baseball Classic, the Masters, the NCAA Tournament, the Stanley Cup Playoffs or the NBA Playoffs?

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Would you risk your marriage to watch the NFL Scouting Combine?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:51:00 -0000

John Lund is in for Bleck and Abdalla today, wondering if NFL owners can find a way to protect themselves from giving out terrible contracts to quarterbacks. John then plays Quarterback Match Game to find the perfect home for Kyler Murray, Mac Jones, Malik Willis and Tua Tagovailoa. John explains his love of the NFL Scouting Combine and how it affects his private life. Will Las Vegas Raiders star defender Maxx Crosby and Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown be traded? Which of the NFL’s final four teams needs to be the most aggressive this offseason: the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks, the New England Patriots, the Denver Broncos or the Los Angeles Rams? Will more replays in baseball help the sport? Is Francisco Mendoza setup to fail as the number one pick in the NFL Draft to the Raiders? Can the Los Angeles Lakers survive the season following the viral video of Luka Doncic and JJ Redick. If you could only pick one veteran free agent quarterback from this year’s crop, who would you target?

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Report cards are in and the Dolphins are the NFL’s best?

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:38:00 -0000

Jeff Levack of WOFX in Albany filled in for Abdalla with the NFLPA’s report cards about NFL teams now public, who would’ve guessed the Miami Dolphins would be ranked first? What ownership groups stand out positively and negatively? Would a reunion between Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown and his former coach Mike Vrabel make sense for the New England Patriots? Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia wants to offer a $1 million prize to incentive the NBA’s biggest stars to participate in the dunk contest next year, will it work? Should the Las Vegas Raiders second guess selecting Indiana quarterback Francisco Mendoza with the first pick in the NFL Draft? What is the best network for watching NBA games and coverage: ESPN, NBA or Amazon Prime? Who will be the most overvalued and undervalued NFL free agents? The Dallas Cowboys have franchise tagged star receiver George Pickens, will they keep him or trade him? NBC is reportedly considering moving on from Hall of Famer Tony Dungy during Sunday Night Football, is that the right decision? Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night joined the guys to talk college basketball including Duke and why the college game is more entertaining the NBA right now. Could Geno Smith return to the Raiders as a bridge to Mendoza, or should he look for a new home like the Minnesota Vikings?

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Would Kyler Murray be the best NFL free agent on the market?

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:17:00 -0000

Sean Little of NBA TV filled in for Abdalla today. With the NFL Scouting Combine continuing, some trade news across the league is trickling in. We have an update on Kyler Murray, with a report that he’s requesting a release from the Arizona Cardinals. The Las Vegas Raiders are reportedly asking for multiple first round picks and a player for star pass rusher Maxx Crosby, will they get it? Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken spoke on his two quarterbacks, Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson, does he know who he’ll start? The Indianapolis Colts granted quarterback Anthony Richardson permission to seek a trade, could he revive his career elsewhere? How much pressure is on new Baltimore Ravens coach Jesse Minter as he continues to try to encourage quarterback Lamar Jackson to participate in the offseason program. Should the guys buy or sell stock in Kansas superstar Darryn Peterson? The UFL has several rule changes coming, would any work in the NFL? What should we take from the Detroit Pistons win over a shorthanded Oklahoma City Thunder? How far away is San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama in becoming the best player in the NBA? Could the Los Angeles Lakers be primed for an early playoff exit? NFL analyst Lindsay Rhodes joined the show from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis for the latest buzz on the NFL Draft’s top prospects. Could the Minnesota Vikings be a good fit for Richardson?

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Is Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton really turning over the offense to Davis Webb?

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:38:00 -0000

Former NFL lineman Geoff Schwartz filled in for Abdalla, joining Bleck to continue discussing the biggest stories coming out of the NFL Scouting Combine. There’s differing stories coming out of Phoenix around the communication between the Arizona Cardinals and quarterback Kyler Murray. Where could Murray be heading? Broncos coach Sean Payton is giving up playing calling to offensive coordinator Davis Webb, what will this mean for quarterback Bo Nix. Geoff shares stories from his experience at the NFL Scouting Combine. The Chicago Bears have given linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to seek a trade, will wide receiver D.J. Moore join him leaving the Windy City? Could Bears backup quarterback Tyson Bagent be a trade option for teams looking to add a signal caller? How much more productive will Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts be playing on the franchise tag for new coach Kyle Stefanski? Do we need more hatred to return in sports? Could the Dallas Cowboys, after trading star edge Micah Parsons now look to replace him trading for Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders?

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Is Maxx Crosby now staying in Las Vegas?

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:10:00 -0000

With general managers gathering in Indianapolis at the NFL Scouting Combine, news is flying. The Las Vegas Raiders say they want to keep star defender Maxx Crosby, while dropped a hint that potential top pick Francisco Mendoza may not start at quarterback as a rookie. The Pittsburgh Steelers are keeping the door open for Aaron Rodgers to return as their quarterback. Star receiver George Pickens is expected to be franchise tagged by the Dallas Cowboys, and now the team is talking about keeping him despite rumors of trades. The Atlanta Falcons plan to release veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, is he a viable option for teams looking to add a new passer? Are the Indianapolis Colts making the right decision looking to extend Daniel Jones as their quarterback? Heading into free agency, what teams should be sending and which should save? The Green Bay Packers are warning their fans not to sell their season tickets, did the cheese graters bother them that much? What’s next for Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa after the team said everything is on the table including the potential of a trade?

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Who was the biggest American star of the Olympics?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:21:00 -0000

Team USA won the gold medal in hockey at the Olympics, have we already seen the best story in sports this year? With the NFL Scouting Combine coming up, how much movement can we expect to pickup as general managers get together? Will the Cincinnati Bengals use the franchise tag on star Trey Henderickson with the intent to trade him? It’s appearing more likely quarterback Aaron Rodgers is going to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers, can they compete with Rodgers and coach Mike McCarthy reunited? The Atlanta Falcons placed the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts while the Dallas Cowboys are expected to tag wide receiver George Pickens. Can Pitts realize his full potential in Atlanta? How will Dallas replace Pickens’ production if they trade him? Who was the biggest American star of the Olympics: Alysa Liu, Connor Hellebuyck or Jack Hughes? Presumed top pick Francisco Mendoza is not planning to throw at the NFL Scouting Combine this week, does that affect your view of him? Charles Barkley has a unique plan to stop tanking in the NBA, could it work? At the unveiling of his statue with the Los Angeles Lakers, Pat Riley said he wishes coaches went back to wearing suits. What does fashion expert Abdalla think about the matter? Looking across the NFL, what teams are still in a Super Bowl window? It looks as though the NFL won’t be banning the tush push, is that the right decision? Could Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham be named NBA MVP this season?

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Tanking in the NBA can be easily fixed

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:13:00 -0000

Where is the most likely future home of Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby? The Chicago Bears, the Dallas Cowboys, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or the Los Angeles Chargers? Adam Silver is kicking around different options to stop NBA teams from tanking, Bleck has an idea that would solve the issue. Is tanking even the biggest issue facing the NBA? Indiana coach Curt Cignetti has a new contract, is he the best coach in college football? The NFL Scouting Combine is next week, what storylines will we be watching for in Indianapolis? Should the Raiders be considering trading the #1 pick in the NFL Draft instead of selecting Fernando Mendoza? Who will be the most impactful NFL free agent, who isn’t a free agent yet? What veteran wide receiver will make the biggest impact on a new team next season?

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Da Indiana Bears?

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:10:00 -0000

We have early win totals in for the 2026 NFL season. What teams stand out among the highest win totals, and among the lowest win totals? Is new Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle sending a message to his star quarterback Lamar Jackson? Bleck and Abdalla pour water on the news of the Chicago Bears potentially relocating to Indiana. The Dallas Cowboys have a new defensive coordinator in Christian Parker, can he improve the unit enough to compliment quarterback Dak Prescott and the offense? If the NBA adds a one-on-one or two-on-two competition to All-Star weekend, will All-NBA caliber player participate? How much of the 2027 baseball season is likely to be missed due to labor issues? Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports joined the guys to talk about college basketball as we move closer to March. Could the Arizona Cardinals look to reunite future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers with one his favorite coaches, their new offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett?

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Will Caleb Williams and Maxx Crosby become Chicago's next dynamic duo?

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:08:00 -0000

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was a guest on Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby’s podcast. Could they be teammates in Chicago next season? The Kansas City Chiefs restructured quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ contract, could they make a move for a big free agent like Cincinnati Bengals star Trey Hendrickson? NFL news that dropped today already has Abdalla out on the San Francisco 49ers this season. Can new Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle help star quarterback Lamar Jackson get even better? Is Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen taking a page from University of Colorado coach Deion Sanders’ book as it relates to the two-way talents of Travis Hunter? The NBA is considering a one-on-one or two-versus-two addition to All-Star Weekend, will anyone participate?

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What NFL free agents are the best values and which are soon to be overpaid?

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:52:00 -0000

Quarterback Malik Willis is free agency’s best quarterback, where should he sign? The Cleveland Browns? The Minnesota Vikings? How about replacing Aaron Rodgers on the Pittsburgh Steelers? Are the Indianapolis Colts the best home for Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson? Which NFL teams have the most cap space, and how aggressive should they be? With the news Tony Clark is stepping down from the union, is baseball clearly headed for a long work stoppage? How will a change at offensive coordinator affect Sam Darnold and the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks? With the most cap room in the NFL, are Robert Saleh and the Tennessee Titans set to be very aggressive surrounding Cam Ward with talent? Former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has an idea on how to fix the NBA with all of the recent discussion on tanking.

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Is the new NBA All Star format here to stay?

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:13:00 -0000

NBA All-Star Weekend is in the books, but somehow Bleck and Abdalla didn’t get the memo on Saturday it was earlier in the day due to the Olympics. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver commented over the weekend on tanking, how can the league fix the issue? The Miami Dolphins made moves today including the release of receiver Tyreek Hill and pass rusher Bradley Chubb, will quarterback Tua Tagovailoa be next? Will the Dallas Cowboys use the franchise tag to trade star receiver George Pickens? San Diego Padres star Manny Machado loves their rival Los Angeles Dodgers continuing to spend, is he right or wrong? Could the New York Jets be a good fit for Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray? Are the Chicago Bears the best landing spot for Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby? Should the San Francisco 49ers reconsider trading quarterback Mac Jones to another team like the Minnesota Vikings? Should the NBA stick with their new All-Star format or go back to East vs. West? Should the Jacksonville Jaguars play Travis Hunter on offense and defense? Does Michael Jordan’s Dayton 500 win add to his sports legacy? Would eliminating the NBA Draft help or hurt the league? Could Green Bay Packers backup quarterback Malik Willis be a superstar on a new team as a starter? Should more NFL teams be looking to upgrade their quarterbacks than expected this offseason?

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This Friday the 13th, which NFL team most needs to rid itself of bad luck?

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:15:00 -0000

Could Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray be a good fit taking over the Minnesota Vikings? On the eve of NBA All-Star Weekend, the problem of tanking is dominating the conversation. Bleck and Abdalla have a way to fix it. Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss has been granted another year of eligibility, is he making a mistake returning to school? Retired quarterback Derek Carr says he’d return to the NFL for a chance to win a Super Bowl, who would be the right team? What is the biggest problem facing the NBA right now? How will the NFL opening the season in Melbourne effect scheduling? The guys have Valentines Day advice for this weekend. Future Hall of Famer Chris Paul announced his retirement, how will he be remembered? We had more discussion from this week’s talk about the future of Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby.

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Could this be the NFL offseason of heaving trading?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:21:00 -0000

Could the Philadelphia Eagles bring in a quarterback to compete with Jalen Hurts in addition to trading A.J. Brown? Should the Las Vegas Raiders consider trading the first overall pick in the NFL Draft? Raiders star Maxx Crosby continues to be the subject of trade rumors, could part of the issue be team owner Tom Brady’s trainer Alex Guerrero? The Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl parade was unfiltered, and Bleck and Abdalla are here for it. How many NFL free agents will have the franchise tag placed on them this offseason? The Chicago Bears are receiving strong grades for last year’s NFL Draft, does that set them up for more success in 2026? Could Derek Carr unretire and play quarterback in the NFL this season? San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle commented on the conspiracy theories surrounding the team’s practice facility. Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant called out Luka Dončić of the Los Angeles Lakers and Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets ahead of NBA All-Star Weekend.

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Is Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby the best player who could be on the move?

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:09:00 -0000

Klint Kubiak has taken over as coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, will the team be trading star pass rusher Maxx Crosby? Are the Tampa Bay Buccaneers the best value bet right now to win next year’s Super Bowl? What about the Cincinnati Bengals? The city of Seattle isn’t excusing students for the Seahawks Super Bowl parade today, fair or foul? An Olympian got a little too honest after his performance. Can Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels bounce back next year from an injury-derailed 2025 season? Coming off his Super Bowl loss, should we be buying or selling stock on quarterback Drake Maye? Do you want your favorite team’s rival to be good so that the rivalry means more? Is society overrating the 90s a bit? Who are the Pittsburgh Steelers willing to wait on to be their quarterback next season? Is San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama the best show in sports?

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Could Kyler Murray be next year’s Sam Darnold?

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:10:00 -0000

New England Patriots tackle Will Campbell spoke publicly following his performance in the Super Bowl, was the offensive line at larger fault for the loss than Drake Maye’s play? NFL commissioner Roger Goodell told Westwood One Sports left the door open for international expansion, what sort of logistical challenges could that create? The NBA is also considering expansion, with Seattle and Las Vegas the likely homes of new teams. Heading into the offseason does the NFC West clearly have the best division in football with the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks, the Los Angeles Rams and the San Francisco 49ers? Abdalla has a chance to take a shot on Gen Z, and he doesn’t pass it up. Could the NFL be doing away with the onside kick? How do we now evaluate the 2018 quarterback class of Baker Mayfield, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and new Super Bowl Champion Sam Darnold? What NFL teams should be feeling sick after the way Super Bowl 60 played out? Former NFL coach Herm Edwards commented if the Seahawks can be the NFL’s next dynasty. Klint Kubiak is introduced as the new coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker is set to hit free agency, how much would his departure hurt the Seahawks? How do the Seahawks stack up with other recent Super Bowl Champions?

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Drake Maye and the New England Patriots validate their “charmed path” to Super Bowl 60

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:21:00 -0000

Super Bowl 60 is in the books, with the Seattle Seahawks dominating the New England Patriots. Sam Darnold didn’t have to do much, but he did enough to be a champion. Where does the Seahawks team rank among some of the greatest defensive teams of all-time like the 1985 Chicago Bears, 2000 Baltimore Ravens, 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 2013 Seahawks and 2015 Denver Broncos? How did San Francisco stack up as a Super Bowl host city? NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell joined Westwood One Sports before the Super Bowl and hinted at more international expansion; what would that look like? After winning the Super Bowl, Darnold has completed one of the great redemption stories in NFL history. Is the future still bright for Drake Maye and the Patriots?

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Super Bowl 60: Andre Reed

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 23:07:00 -0000

Hall of Fame former Buffalo Bills receiver Andre Reed with Bleck and Abdalla on Radio Row from Super Bowl 60 in San Francisco!

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Super Bowl 60: Logan Ryan

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 23:06:00 -0000

CBS Sports analyst and former New England Patriots defensive back Logan Ryan with Bleck and Abdalla on Radio Row from Super Bowl 60 in San Francisco!

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Super Bowl 60: Hendon Hooker

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 23:04:00 -0000

New York Jets quarterback Hendon Hooker with Bleck and Abdalla on Radio Row from Super Bowl 60 in San Francisco!

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Who is going to win Super Bowl 60 on Sunday?

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 22:25:00 -0000

It’s our final day from Super Bowl 60 in San Francisco. Yesterday, the guys got the chance to leave Radio Row and hang out with Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield. Former Bucs star and NFL Network analyst Gerald McCoy joined us to look ahead to the game. Former Chicago Bears guard and CBS Sports analyst Kyle Long hopped on with the guys to preview the game. Former Denver Broncos safety Nick Ferguson and Patrick Mahomes’ agent Leigh Steinberg came on to talk about the Super Bowl. Will we see touchdowns from the defense or special teams on Sunday from the New England Patriots or Seattle Seahawks? NFL host Lindsay Rhodes gave her thoughts on the matchup and former Seahawks and Patriots linebacker Chad Brown previewed the Super Bowl between his former teams. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Joe Milton took us into the helmet of what an NFL quarterback hears before the snap. The NFL’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Allen Sills came on to talk about what the league learned from injury data this season. The fellas made their final predictions for Super Bowl 60.

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Hall of Fame Thursday from Radio Row

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:55:00 -0000

Day four from Radio Row at Super Bowl 60 featured several Hall of Famers including former San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis who opened the show. Our Westwood One colleague and former Denver Broncos tackle Ryan Harris joined us to preview Sunday’s game. Longtime NFL broadcaster Chris Myers stopped by before the guys welcomed Chicago Bears legendary return man and Hall of Famer Devin Hester. Who could be an x-factor from the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks on Sunday? New York Giants legend Victor Cruz came on the show before Hall of Fame Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher. Our Westwood One Colleague and Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner previewed the Super Bowl as did former Tennessee Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck.

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The New England Patriots matchup better with the Seattle Seahawks than they're getting credit for

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:34:00 -0000

Day three from Super Bowl Radio Row in San Francisco. Bleck and Abdalla went to the Madden Media Party last night, but still had time to watch NFL Pro Bowl highlights! Plus “Soup-er Week” continues with Abdalla’s latest soup review. Our Westwood One colleague Mike Mayock joined the guys to preview Sunday’s game. Former Ravens Tight Ends Todd Heap and Dennis Pitta came on with the fellas at Radio Row. We react to the breaking news of Anthony Davis being traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Washington Wizards. New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis previewed the Super Bowl from Radio Row. Former linebacker Lorenzo Alexander joined the guys to look ahead to Sunday’s game. Former NFL quarterback Jeff Garcia also jumped on with the guys at Radio Row.

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Is the New England Patriots defense flying under the radar heading into the Super Bowl?

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:51:00 -0000

Day two from Radio Row in San Francisco at Super Bowl 60. First Bill Belichick, now New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft was not elected into the Hall of Fame. Former All-Pro linebacker Shawne Merriman joins the guys from Radio Row to look ahead to Sunday. Abdalla’s “Soup-er Week” is off and running. Former Kansas City Chiefs OC Matt Nagy is taking over the same role with the New York Giants. Our colleague from Westwood One Sports Ross Tucker joined the show to preview the Super Bowl. Former WWE Champion Big E joined us from Radio Row to talk football. Could Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo be on his way to the Chicago Bears? Seattle Seahawks legend Patrick Kerney joined the show from Radio Row to discuss his former team’s chances in the Super Bowl.

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Is Sam Darnold the better quarterback in the Super Bowl matchup with Drake Maye?

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:10:00 -0000

We’re live from Radio Row at Super Bowl 60 in San Francisco! Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak is set to be the next coach of the Las Vegas Raiders while Los Angeles Raiders offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur will be taking over the Arizona Cardinals. Which will have more success in year one? If the Seahawks win this Sunday, are they set up to become the NFL’s next dynasty? Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been named to the NBA All-Star team, is it a deserving nod? Craig Cass and Chris Kael from The Beardo and Weirdo Podcast joined the show from Radio Row. Are too many people writing off the New England Patriots in Sunday’s game? Longtime NFL broadcaster Solomon Wilcots joined the guys from Radio Row to look ahead to Sunday’s Super Bowl.

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Who is better equipped to handle Super Bowl week: the Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots?

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:23:00 -0000

New Buffalo Bills coach Joe Brady says he stood on the table for wide receiver Keon Coleman, why would owner Terry Pegula hire Brady after backing the bus up over Coleman? The Cleveland Browns and new coach Todd Monken seem to be endorsing Shedeur Sanders as their quarterback. The Royal Rumble is this weekend, how could we apply Royal Rumble rules to real sports? The Minnesota Vikings fired GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, is this because the Vikings moved on from quarterback Sam Darnold to keep J.J. McCarthy? The Vikings move is the latest for the NFC North as the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears have seen executives and coaches leave. If you could “fix” any snub in any Hall of Fame, who would it be? Can we send Abdalla on an adventure around San Francisco next week? Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco is now a Pro Bowler joining Sanders? Who is the best NFL coaching hire of the last five years?

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Who is the better quarterback in Super Bowl 60: Drake Maye or Sam Darnold?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:20:00 -0000

More fallout from former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick not getting into the Hall of Fame on the first ballot. How will the ripple effect also hit candidates like former Denver Broncos coach Mike Shanahan and Green Bay Packers coach Mike Holmgren? A day after the Cleveland Browns hired Todd Monken as their coach, the hire is looking even worse. Do you feel sorry for Browns star Myles Garrett? Will Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James leave for a homecoming with the Cleveland Cavaliers after the season? Could karma catch up to the Patriots in the Super Bowl now that their quarterback Drake Maye is dealing with an injury? Will newly hired NFL coaches win more or less games than their teams did a year ago? What’s going on with Broncos coach Sean Payton and his quarterback Bo Nix? Where is the best fit for Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo if he is traded? Should the San Antonio Spurs consider offering Victor Wembanyama for Antetokounmpo? Bleck is back on his soapbox trying to save bad weather NFL playoff games. Abdalla has zoo news you can use.

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Did Jordon Hudson mastermind Bill Belichick not being voted into the Hall of Fame?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:28:00 -0000

Todd Monken is the new head coach of the Cleveland Browns. Did he take a job that no one else wanted? Former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick is not a first ballot Hall of Famer, were the voters who didn’t elect him taking out personal feelings on him? The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly open to trading Giannis Antetokounmpo, is this bad for the NBA? Tennessee Titans fans should be livid about Super Bowl 60. Any reason to believe Monken will be more successful in Cleveland than other coaches? Abdalla’s conspiracy theory is Jordon Hudson orchestrated Belichick not being voted into the Hall of Fame. Antetokounmpo’s family has acquired real estate in Chicago, could he be Bulls bound? Should New York Giants fans be relieved Monken won’t follow John Harbaugh to the Big Apple?

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Joe Brady is the new coach of the Buffalo Bills, how much pressure is he under to win now?

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:16:00 -0000

Joe Brady is the new head coach of the Buffalo Bills, after what owner Terry Pegula said last week?! Conference Championships on neutral sites? Is this a terrible idea? Brian Daboll is going to be the Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator, if he doesn’t get the Las Vegas Raiders coaching job. What’s the better fit? Who is already better than they were after their season ended, and who is worse? Does anyone want to coach the Cleveland Browns and Pro Bowl quarterback Shedeur Sanders? Abdalla evaluates the fashion of the new Super Bowl line of Abercrombie and Fitch apparel. Mike McCarthy is introduced as the new coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, does he want to reunite with Aaron Rodgers as his quarterback? Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid gave Matt Nagy a vote of confidence, while showing him the door?

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Could the Seahawks go down as one of the NFL’s all-time great teams?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:15:00 -0000

Super Bowl 60 is set: the New England Patriots will face the Seattle Seahawks. The NFC Championship Game was an amazing one, but the Los Angeles Rams’ special teams cost them a trip to the Super Bowl. Denver Broncos coach backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham showed why he’s a backup on his turnover, so should Sean Payton get slack on his decision to go for it on 4th and 1? Does Patriots quarterback Drake Maye deserve more credit for managing the game with the weather? The Pittsburgh Steelers have hired Mike McCarthy as their new head coach, why isn’t he considered on the same level as new New York Giants coach John Harbaugh? After this win in the NFC Championship Game, is it time for Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold to receive his flowers? Are the Seahawks and Rams the two best teams in football? Would the Broncos have beaten the Patriots in the AFC Championship Game if quarterback Bo Nix was healthy? Are the Patriots now firmly the best franchise in the history of the NFL? Are the Seahawks and Rams now the NFL’s best rivalry?

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Who will punch their ticket to the Super Bowl?

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:17:00 -0000

The Baltimore Ravens have hired former Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as their new head coach. Is he the right guy to connect with quarterback Lamar Jackson? Can you lock-in a backup job while you interview for another job you’d rather have? That’s what former Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is doing after agreeing to the Chargers offensive coordinator, but interviewing for the Buffalo Bills head coaching job. Could Philip Rivers go from playing quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts to Bills coach? Should Denver Broncos backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham play aggressively on Sunday in the AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots? Could the NFC Championship Game between the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams be a better game than the Super Bowl? No defense gets to the quarterback as well as the Broncos, will they be able to get to Patriots quarterback Drake Maye on Sunday? Of the remaining coaches, which would you rather have leading your team: Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, Broncos coach Sean Payton, Rams coach Sean McVay or Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald? Are NFL playoff games better in outdoor stadiums with the weather affecting the environment? Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James responds to this week’s report on his relationship with former team owner Jeanie Buss. The guys make their predictions for NFL Conference Championship Sunday.

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The biggest story of NFL Conference Championship weekend is Denver Broncos backup QB Jarrett Stidham

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:49:00 -0000

Could the biggest drop off for the Denver Broncos from Bo Nix to Jarrett Stidham be Nix’s ability to avoid sacks? Mike Golic of Westwood One Sports joined the guys to look ahead at Sunday’s Conference Championship games. Is the NFC Championship between the Seattle Seahawks and the Los Angeles Rams being overshadowed this week by the AFC Championship between the Broncos and New England Patriots? Is everyone including former Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss sick of LeBron James? Why is the Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator position still unfilled? How well will former Rams Super Bowl MVP and current Seattle Seahawks receiver Cooper Kupp play against his former team on Sunday? The Broncos and Buffalo Bills game drew crazy numbers for CBS. The NFL’s finalists for MVP have been announced, but an ESPN list of the Top 100 candidates omitting Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has the boys irked. In light of recent events, how far as the Bills coaching opening fallen? What happened with the San Francisco 49ers and receiver Brandon Aiyuk?

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The NFL going to 18 games is a big mistake

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:11:00 -0000

Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula ran the bus over his former coach Sean McDermott and current receiver Keon Coleman this morning. Should Bills offensive coordinator now begin focusing on other openings like the Las Vegas Raiders? Has the Bills opening gone from the best to the worst? New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft says the NFL is going to 18 regular season games with every team getting an international game, will this lead to more injuries? Former Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is taking over as offensive coordinator of the Los Angeles Chargers, can he keep quarterback Justin Herbert healthy? Should we buy or sell stock in New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart under the direction of new coach John Harbaugh? Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is not a fan of new Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski from their days on the Cleveland Browns. Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones have been named to the Baseball Hall of Fame, is some cheating okay but not all cheating? Could the Baltimore Ravens trade star quarterback Lamar Jackson to the Las Vegas Raiders? Is Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams about to become all-time royalty in the Windy City?

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Curt Cignetti and the Indiana Hoosiers have changed college football forever

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:26:00 -0000

The Indiana Hoosiers are the champions of college football, how amazing is this turnaround compared to some of the other major stories in sports history? Is the Tennessee Titans hire of Robert Saleh as their head coach this offseason’s version of the New England Patriots hiring Mike Vrabel last offseason? Did the Miami Dolphins make an uninspiring hire with Jeff Hafley? What is the more interesting “Mike vs. Sean” coaching matchup in the NFL this weekend? Mike MacDonald and the Seattle Seahawks vs. Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams or Mike Vrabel and the New England Patriots vs. Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos? Who is America rooting for in this weekend’s games? How much could a potential return of running back J.K. Dobbins help Broncos backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham this weekend? LeBron James wasn’t named an NBA All Star starter, is this officially the changing of the guard? And what the heck is NBA Rivalries week? Have the Patriots had another easy path to the Super Bowl? Are remaining teams with NFL openings waiting on the Rams to lose to hire their assistants? Curt Cignetti eats how much Chipotle?!

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The Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen now have the NFL’s best coaching opening

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:20:00 -0000

Sean McDermott is out as Buffalo Bills coach, was his fate predetermined before their loss to the Denver Broncos? Who is the right coach to take over and help star Josh Allen get over the hump? Is it time for officials in the TV booth to go away? Despite the Chicago Bears loss to the Los Angeles Rams, has Caleb Williams established himself as a top quarterback? Did Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud single handedly cost his team the game against the New England Patriots? Should Patriots coach Mike Vrabel be concerned by the turnovers from his quarterback Drake Maye? The College Football Playoff National Championship Game is tonight with Miami and Indiana, is it being buried with all of the NFL news? With the injury to quarterback Bo Nix, should Broncos fans feel more hope or heartbreak as Jarrett Stidham prepares to start the AFC Championship Game. Is McDermott a good fit for any other NFL openings? What was the biggest storyline of the NFL’s divisional round playoff games? Is Bears receiver D.J. Moore to blame for the interception that lead to the team’s loss? The guys make their predictions for tonight’s championship game.

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Football Friday! Who will advance in the NFL Playoffs this weekend?

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:20:00 -0000

Quarterback Josh Allen leads the Buffalo Bills into Denver to face the Broncos tomorrow with a clear path to the Super Bowl, is that the top storyline of the NFL Playoff weekend? Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is now questionable for tomorrow’s game, how could that impact the San Francisco 49ers chances at pulling the upset? Could “Bear Weather” in Chicago have a drastic impact on Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams offense in their matchup with the Bears? If Drake Maye manages to put up points for the New England Patriots, can C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans keep pace? The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Kyle Tucker, should baseball fans be pointing their fingers at their owners of their favorite team for not spending? Is Bills coach Sean McDermott coaching for his job tomorrow in Denver? With John Harbaugh set to become coach of the New York Giants, who is the best remaining NFL coaching candidate? Is former Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel the right guy to get Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens to the Super Bowl? Philadelphia Eagles GM Howie Rosman implied the team won’t trade A.J. Brown, is that a mistake? What are the NFC and AFC Championship Games the NFL and television networks are rooting for? If this weekend’s game are close in the fourth quarter, who has the advantage? The guys make their predictions for the NFL Divisional Round games.

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Who has the best homefield advantage this weekend: Chicago, Denver, New England or Seattle?

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 20:25:00 -0000

The New York Giants got their guy, can former Baltimore Ravens coach Jim Harbaugh help quarterback Jaxson Dart take the G-Men from worst to first? Which team should we be most confident in advancing this weekend in the NFL Playoffs: the Seattle Seahawks or the Los Angeles Rams? How much will quarterback Dante Moore’s decision to return to Oregon affect the NFL Draft? Can Harbaugh change the way Dart plays to help him stay healthy? Can the Denver Broncos make history this weekend with the reigning Defensive Player of the Year, Patrick Surtain, beating the reigning Most Valuable Player, Josh Allen, for the first time in an NFL Playoff game? If Allen doesn’t win the Super Bowl this year, is he headed towards becoming the Dan Marino of this generation? Should we be buying or selling Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud heading into this weekend’s game against the New England Patriots? Does the NFL need to change the firing and hiring calendar of coaches until after the Super Bowl? What’s the fakest city in the country? Should the Green Bay Packers move on from coach Matt LaFleur? Who has the more impressive worst-to-first jump that’s hosting a playoff game this weekend: the New England Patriots or the Chicago Bears? Broncos coach Sean Payton is trying to coach up fans on when to make noise this weekend against the Bills.

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Can Bo Nix lead the Denver Broncos to win over Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills?

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:20:00 -0000

A day after the huge news that Mike Tomlin is leaving his post as coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, what is next for the former Super Bowl winner and his now former team? Bleck and Abdalla match the hottest NFL coaching candidates with the right opening. With all of their injuries, why are the Buffalo Bills favored against the top seeded Denver Broncos? What would a return of All Pro linebacker Fred Warner mean for the San Francisco 49ers in their game with the Seattle Seahawks? Will the Houston Texans defense be able to force New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye into turnovers? Is offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles the best assistant coaching opening in the NFL because of Jalen Hurts? Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman should consider leaving for one of the premiere NFL jobs like the Steelers or Baltimore Ravens openings. Who is the best coach remaining in the NFL playoffs: Kyle Shanahan of the 49ers, Sean Payton of the Broncos or Sean McVay of the Los Angeles Rams? The Charlotte Hornets are retiring Dell Curry’s number, what about Alonzo Mourning or Larry Johnson? Breaking news comes down that Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has decided to return to school next season.

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Mike Tomlin is out as Pittsburgh Steelers coach! Will he go to TV or the return to the sidelines?

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:14:00 -0000

After the Pittsburgh Steelers loss last night to the Houston Texans in the NFL Playoffs, could quarterback Aaron Rodgers find himself returning to the league on another team? Who has the best defense remaining in the playoffs: the Texans, the Seattle Seahawks or the Denver Broncos? How will Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen matchup against the Broncos defense? Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy thinks the NFL playoff scheduling is unfair, does he have a point? The Dallas Mavericks are considering trading the injured Anthony Davis to an NBA playoff contender he could join for the postseason, will he be moved? Which NFL Playoff teams are playing with house money? Could Rodgers replace J.J. McCarthy as the quarterback of the Minnesota Vikings? Breaking news comes down during the show that Mike Tomlin is stepping down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers! Where will Tomlin head, and are the Steelers now the best opening? Could Tomlin be the next John Madden if he were to go into the television booth?

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Josh Allen is the best quarterback and Kyle Shanahan the best coach remaining in the NFL playoffs

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:22:00 -0000

Bleck is now a yeller?! He was at Solider Field in the crowd for the Chicago Bears epic comeback against the Green Bay Packers. Is Bears coach Ben Johnson bringing back old school sports rivalries of hatred against Packers coach Matt LaFleur? Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is the most dynamic player in football, carrying the team to a playoff win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Championship defense ended the way we expected it to with the offense sputtering in their loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Will Eagles receiver A.J. Brown now be traded? Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford’s performance against the Carolina Panthers solidified why he should be the Most Valuable Player of the NFL this season. Who should the New England Patriots be rooting for tonight: The Houston Texans with quarterback C.J. Stroud or future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers? Can Los Angeles Chargers quarterback be considered elite without winning a playoff game after his loss last night to the Patriots? The biggest headline from the NFL’s Wild Card Weekend was the way the Bears won their game against the Packers with Caleb Williams showing why he will be an elite quarterback. Who wins tonight’s playoff game in Pittsburgh between the Steelers and Texans? Will it be Rodgers last game if they lose, or could he return next season?

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The U is back and it’s good for college football

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:53:00 -0000

Miami wins a thriller over Ole Miss but was Trinidad Chambliss’ crew hosed on no pass interference being called the last play? Who is under more pressure in the NFL this weekend: Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen? His coach Sean McDermott? Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams? Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur? Westwood One Sports’ Mike Mayock joined the guys to preview NFL Wild Card weekend including the game he’ll be calling between the Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars. Is this the best weekend in sports with the College Football Playoff semifinal games and NFL Wild Card Weekend? Is the time for Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh and quarterback Justin Herbert to finally advance in the playoffs against the New England Patriots? Which playoff team’s fatal flaw is the most difficult to overcome? Who is the best quarterback on the field in the Philadelphia Eagles vs. San Francisco 49ers game: Jalen Hurts or Brock Purdy? Following last night’s performance, a ruling came out that Chambliss cannot return to college next year. With the QB Class of 2024 well represented in the NFL Playoffs, how would they be re-drafted if teams knew then, what they know now? Who will face the Hurricanes in the National Championship Game as Indiana prepares to face Oregon tonight in the College Football Playoff. Should Indiana coach Curt Cignetti consider a move to the NFL? Are the defending Super Bowl Champion Eagles flying under the radar? Bleck and Abdalla’s official weatherman Chris Bianchi joined the show to look at how the element could affect the Bears/Packers game and the Los Angeles Rams vs. Carolina Panthers matchup.

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Could Mike McDaniel take his joggers to the Baltimore Ravens or Las Vegas Raiders?

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:18:00 -0000

The Miami Dolphins have fired coach Mike McDaniel, are they the leader now to hire former Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh? Who should you be cheering for tonight in the College Football Playoff? Ole Miss to stick it to Lane Kiffin, or Miami to setup a better National Championship Game with Indiana? The Atlanta Hawks traded Trae Young to the Washington Wizards, is Young the first player to request being traded to Washington? What does McDaniel’s exit mean for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa? Is Miami now the second-best job open behind Baltimore? How do the NFL coaching openings stack up? Cutting off someone with a wave: courteous, jerk or alpha move? Bleck and Abdalla make their predictions for tonight’s College Football Playoff game.

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Do the Baltimore Ravens have the most spoiled fanbase in the NFL?

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:23:00 -0000

John Harbaugh is out as head coach in Baltimore, will the Ravens find out it’s not always greener on the side? Should quarterback Lamar Jackson be shouldering some of the blame? Is Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores the best candidate for Baltimore? What about Kliff Kingsbury, could he be the right guy to maximize Jackson? Which young NFL quarterback will have the best weekend as the playoffs begin? Would Indiana coach Curt Cignetti be a better NFL candidate than Harbaugh? Who is the NFL MVP, Drake Maye of the New England Patriots or Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Chargers? Deep thoughts on Tiger Woods throwing himself a 50th birthday party. How much did Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson’s departure affect the Detroit Lions? Lynnell Willingham from Westwood One Sports Night joined the guys to discuss the buzz around Harbaugh’s departure around the Maryland area. Abdalla got some good new on Matt Ryan and could muting your least favorite football announcer be on the way?

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Classic rivalries in the NFL still matter

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 20:17:00 -0000

Abdalla is losing his mind at the idea Matt Ryan could join Troy Aikman and Tom Brady as working for NFL teams while being NFL broadcasters. Jerry Jones has found the latest scapegoat for his Dallas Cowboys, this time defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus. Did the Philadelphia Eagles make a mistake not trying to win their regular season finale? Which quarterback is under more pressure to win this weekend: Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills or Justin Herbert of the Los Angeles Chargers? The television networks all wanted the Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers playoff game, and the NFL awarded it to Amazon. The Oklahoma City Thunder were throttled by the Charlotte Hornets last night. Considering their recent losses, is there any reason for the defending champions to be concerned? Who is going into the NFL Playoffs with the least momentum: the Bears, the Packers, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Denver Broncos or the Carolina Panthers? Are the Seattle Seahawks now the favorite to win the Super Bowl? How legitimate a threat are the Jacksonville Jaguars? Westwood One Sports’ Kevin Harlan believes the Eagles are the team to beat and also likes the Steelers momentum, Bleck and Abdalla react to Kevin's thoughts looking ahead to Wild Card Weekend.

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Black Monday: the best NFL coaching opening is the Tennessee Titans?

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:30:00 -0000

Bleck and Abdalla’s debut show on Westwood One Sports falls on Black Monday as the guys react to the NFL coaching news with the Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland Browns, Las Vegas Raiders and Arizona Cardinals all making changes. After last night’s loss, should John Harbaugh be out as Baltimore Ravens coach to give star quarterback Lamar Jackson a new coach? Tom Brady is on the clock with the #1 pick in the NFL Draft. Should he select Indiana’s Heisman Trophy Winner Fernando Mendoza or Oregon’s Dante Moore as the Raiders new quarterback? And should star edge rusher Maxx Crosby be on the move to help start the Raiders’ rebuild? Could Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott be coaching for his job this weekend? Are the Denver Broncos as bad as a #1 seed as you can remember? Is quarterback Bo Nix setup for playoff success more than Caleb Williams of the Chicago Bears? The Carolina Panthers are in the playoffs with a losing record; is it time for the NFL to eliminate automatic home playoff games for division winners? Which wild card team has the best chance of winning on Wild Card weekend? Who has more momentum heading into the NFL Playoffs, the Jacksonville Jaguars or the Houston Texans? Is anyone happy with having to watch Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers this weekend? This NFL season set a record for the number of close games, what does that mean heading into the playoffs?

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Is Indiana's turnaround the greatest in sports history?

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 20:12:00 -0000

John Lund in for Bleck and Abdalla, after yesterday’s College Football Playoff games, should Indiana’s turnaround be made into a movie? In the Sugar Bowl, Georgia always seems to win those types of games. But somehow, it’s Ole Miss, without new LSU coach Lane Kiffin, that beats them? Was Nick Saban listening to the show yesterday? Is Heisman Trophy Winner Fernando Mendoza authentic or the next “Mr. Unlimited” Russell Wilson? Did Chris Fowler and Kirk Herbstreit accidentally hurt Alabama coach Kalen DeBour’s chances of survival after their loss in the Rose Bowl? In the NFL, who needs to win and secure the #1 seed more: the San Francisco 49ers or the Seattle Seahawks? Has Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson turned down the noise on his future? Was the old College Football voting system better than the College Football Playoff? What will we be talking about Monday?

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Are we sure Arch is actually a Manning?

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:07:00 -0000

John Lund in for Bleck and Abdalla, was rest vs. rust a factor in Miami’s win over Ohio State last night in the College Football Playoff? We play the game that’s sweeping the nation, once a year, what do you want to see more of and less of in sports in 2026? Is quarterback Joe Burrow being cryptic about wanting to leave the Cincinnati Bengals? Should quarterback Aaron Rodgers retire from the NFL if the Pittsburgh Steelers lose to the Baltimore Ravens? If 2026 becomes Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James’s farewell tour, who becomes the face of the NBA? Christmas Day numbers for the were up huge for the NBA, yet dwarfed by the NFL. What are you most looking forward to in sports in 2026?

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The biggest sports story of 2025 is fans being priced out?

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:16:00 -0000

John Lund in for Bleck and Abdalla on the last day of 2025, discussing the best sports story of the year. Also, John argues after last night’s Alamo Bowl that we should still enjoy non-playoff college football bowl games even without stakes. John looks ahead to Ohio State and Miami tonight. What are the fatal flaws of the NFL playoff teams and where could the coaching carousel take us? Are you more excited to watch the College Football Playoff or this weekend’s big NFL games between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers, the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks and the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens? Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian, Arkansas Men’s Basketball coach John Calipari and Purdue Men’s Basketball coach Matt Painter vented about the state of college athletics with NIL and transfer rules, are college coaches just middle management now?

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Nikola Jokic is the most important athlete in team sports

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:14:00 -0000

John Lund in for Bleck and Abdalla reacting to the breaking news on New England Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs and how it may affect quarterback Drake Maye. John owns his jinxing of the Los Angeles Rams as quarterback Matthew Stafford lost the NFL MVP award last night, and considers if the recently injured Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets is the most important athlete in team sports. Is more on the line in the Baltimore Ravens vs. Pittsburgh Steelers game other than a playoff spot? John evaluates the NFL quarterbacks headed to the playoffs in his Confidence-O-Meter, discusses if the Denver Broncos a fraudulent potential #1 seed and ranks the careers of today’s birthday boys: golf legend Tiger Woods, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and baseball icon Sandy Koufax.

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The NFL MVP race is over

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:32:00 -0000

John Lund, in for Bleck and Abdalla, declares New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye the 2025 NFL MVP over Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen. Also, why the San Francisco 49ers vs. Chicago Bears game on Sunday Night Football was awesome, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold gives John pause and did Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton indirectly throw shade at the Patriots?

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The midday sports escape with Bleck and Abdalla

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:17:00 -0000

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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