{"podcast":{"title":"Bleck & Abdalla","slug":"bleck-abdalla-7633306","podcast_index_feed_id":7633306,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/WWO8319794990","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/78139b26-e044-11f0-8123-e3d46bee40b9/image/4b4d206e6e7b2ea40165127c1ae9030b.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Cumulus Podcast Network","episode_count":109,"summary":"Weekdays, 12–3 PM ET Chris Bleck and Adam Abdalla have been friends for nearly 20 years, first connecting in college and growing up together as producers and hosts on Chicago’s ESPN 1000. Their show possesses a natural chemistry – smart, fast and fun. It feels like two lifelong friends inviting you into the conversation.From breaking news to fearless takes, they mix insider knowledge with humor and an immersive approach, covering the NFL and the biggest viral sports moments, in the moment. With listener calls that literally keep fans at the center of the conversations and a strong digital presence, Bleck & Abdalla deliver a midday sports escape that’s as entertaining as it is connected. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bleck-abdalla/id1863793630 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50eAoYWPwECqw4wA2so6uQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BleckAndAbdallaShow","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bleck-abdalla-7633306"},"episode":{"title":"Will Mike Vrabel become too much of a distraction for the New England Patriots?","slug":"will-mike-vrabel-become-too-much-of-a-distraction-for-the-new-england-patriots","published_at":"2026-04-29T20:27:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bleck-abdalla-7633306/will-mike-vrabel-become-too-much-of-a-distraction-for-the-new-england-patriots","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bleck-abdalla-7633306","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/WWO9816317730.mp3?updated=1777494814","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/WWO9816317730.mp3?updated=1777494814","summary":"Geoff Schwartz is in for Abdalla today, filling in with Bleck to give his thoughts on the NFL Draft. The guys discussed the Los Angeles Rams selection of Ty Simpson and how the quarterback will develop while sitting behind league MVP Matthew Stafford. Joel Embiid had a huge game for the Philadelphia 76ers last night, if he stays healthy could the Boston Celtics be in trouble? Will former Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose be the first NBA MVP not to make the Hall of Fame? The NCAA basketball tournament appears set to expand to 76 teams, is this the right decision? Will the New England Patriots and coach Mike Vrabel be able to overcome the distraction of Vrabel’s situation with former NFL insider Dianna Russini? The New York Jets visited with free agent quarterback Russell Wilson, what’s next for Mr. Unlimited? Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant won’t play in tonight’s do-or-die game with the Los Angeles Lakers, what does his future hold? Should the Denver Broncos be concerned with the status quarterback Bo Nix’s ankle? Deshaun Watson has reportedly taken the lead in the Cleveland Browns quarterback competition, should coach Todd Monken name him the starter now? The NBA has a new proposal to eliminate tanking, did they get it right? Geoff explains his connection to the Devil Wears Prada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices","meta_description":"Geoff Schwartz is in for Abdalla today, filling in with Bleck to give his thoughts on the NFL Draft. The guys discussed the Los Angeles Rams selection of…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":8486,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/bleck-abdalla-7633306/episodes/will-mike-vrabel-become-too-much-of-a-distraction-for-the-new-england-patriots/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bleck-abdalla-7633306/will-mike-vrabel-become-too-much-of-a-distraction-for-the-new-england-patriots.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}