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The Opening Drive

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Get an entertaining recap of all sports scores and developing stories as you start your day. Features intriguing guests, controversial topics, and hard-hitting news. It’s what everyone will be talking about around the water cooler. Jeff Siembieda and JJ Buck host weekdays from Albuquerque on KNML-AM, The Sports Animal.

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

Description:

Get an entertaining recap of all sports scores and developing stories as you start your day. Features intriguing guests, controversial topics, and hard-hitting news. It’s what everyone will be talking about around the water cooler. Jeff Siembieda and JJ Buck host weekdays from Albuquerque on KNML-AM, The Sports Animal.

Language:

English


Episodes
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One and Done

10/7/2025
Did anyone think it would be that bad at North Carolina for Bill Belicheck? What does the early NFL MVP ladder look like? Jerry Jones flips the bird. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:36

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Sideline Reaction

10/7/2025
The line when blowing up on a player on the sideline is? Is Trevor Lawrence finally becoming who we thought he would be? What quarterbacks are on their last starting leg? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:03

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Statement Game

10/7/2025
Trevor Lawrence had his statement game. How intriguing is the AFC South race? Kansas City, troubling loss or just one of those games? Can the Dodgers walk the tight rope to another title? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:07

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Sanchez, Closing Clean

10/7/2025
New Mexico State head coach Tony Sanchez discusses the Aggies win over Sam Houston State, pulling away in the 4th quarter and navigating the week heading into a Tuesday game at Liberty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:15:26

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Dubs and Duds

10/6/2025
Who were Jeff's three biggest winners and three biggest losers from Sunday? A reset or on track for Lobo football? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:29

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Eye Test

10/6/2025
What are the early returns from Mountain West play? What are you buying or selling from week 5 NFL action? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:45

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Sunday React

10/6/2025
Road teams won the day. Who proved they are a team to watch going forward? BP for the Blue Jays and a huge game one win for the Dodgers. What did we learn about the Lobos in San Jose? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:38

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Eck, MW Lessons

10/6/2025
New Mexico head football coach Jason Eck discusses the Lobos Mountain West opener at San Jose State, moments the Lobos can learn from, what they want to do better this week and players stepping up when called on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:13:09

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Raising Expectations

10/3/2025
What did Lobos head coach Jason Eck say this week when it comes to the expectations for Lobo football? The three best that jump out from Sunday's NFL slate. Upset weekend? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:09

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Locking In

10/3/2025
With expectations rising for Lobo football, what storylines standout? What does the MW schedule look like? Nick Knee, Director of Golf at Sandia Golf Club, shares his thoughts on the Ryder Cup and gives one more tip for your golf game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:25

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The New Friday

10/3/2025
The Rams fell in OT to the 49ers. How bad of a loss was it for LA? A new Yankee legend. The Aggies bounce back in a big way. Could they be looking at 6+ wins? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:27

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Looking Ahead

10/2/2025
It will be a fantasy football weekend full of reaches, who should you reach for? Is there any moment for a new football stadium for UNM? Why it is something that should matter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:27

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Palm Reader

10/2/2025
Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com, joins the show to break down this weekends biggest games including Diego Pavia at Alabama. Who is the favorite in the Big-12? Can Boise State upset Notre Dame? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:13

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Layne, QB1

10/2/2025
New Mexico Lobos quarterback Jake Layne discusses the start to the season, how the fan base has rallied around football and the growth of the Lobos offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:01

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Wild Drama

10/2/2025
Three game three's and one team moving on. Who should you favor today and are the Dodgers the best offense in baseball? QB3 is at it again in Cleveland. Will AJ Brown be moved? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:02

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Rider Wednesday

10/1/2025
Sean Ridder, Lobo beat writer for the Albuquerque Journal, discusses the experience Saturday at University Stadium, what stood out from the Lobos second half and conference expectations for UNM. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:17

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Best in the Game

10/1/2025
Is Puca Nacua the best WR in football? Will the 49ers have any playmakers available for Thursday night football? Momentum keeps rising behind Jason Eck. Baind-Aids or rebuild University Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:41

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Decisions

10/1/2025
Who made the right moves when it comes to pitching and their bullpen day one of Wild Card play? A QB change in Cleveland, Sanders time? WNBA uprising? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:21

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Goatheads

9/30/2025
It's official, the New Mexico Goatheads are here. Their GM Jared Johnson discusses the brand reveal. What Band-Aids can help at University Stadium for now? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:41

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Sweet Hoops

9/30/2025
Eric Olen, Lobos men's basketball coach drops in studio to discuss ramping up for the season and a great deal on season tickets. Coach speak in a rivalry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:10