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.

Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com, discusses this weekends CFP games, his thoughts on the Heisman and when he is dropping his first college basketball bracket. How should NFL teams handle contracts for good, but not great quarterbacks? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Darnold has another moment in a big game Thursday Night against the Rams. Can he out duel Mathew Stafford? Who can Michigan land at head coach? Can they lure someone away from a CFP team? Was Puka Nauca playing into the streamers or does he really feel NFL officials throw flags to be on TV? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A big weekend for the New Mexico Ice Wolves. You can enjoy hockey and help out first responders. Will Diego Pavia's character hurt his future? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

60-yard field goals and going for it on fourth down. Which is the bigger development in football? Prove it game for Sam Darnold. What attitude will the Lobos bring to the table against Minnesota at the Rate Bowl? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dolphins are benching Tua for the rest of the season. Who else will be in the quarterback market next year? Why is the quad system different between men's and women's basketball? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's up with Donovan Dent at UCLA? What do Lobo fans have to say about Eric Olen now? How will the players respond to the Michigan football mess? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When was the last time Boise State football beat a Power-4 program? What issues is the new PAC-12 facing? What does the future hold for Jayden Daniels? Should Arch Manning stay or go? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Steelers stayed atop of the AFC North with their win over the Dolphins. How do Steelers fans feel given they want Mike Tomlin out? What first round AFC playoff matchups intrigue you? Who will give George Pickens the bag? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What did Antonio Chol have to say about the Lobos win on Sunday? Down three players, what could the Lobos rotation look like against San Jose State? Will Diego Pavia have a future in the NFL? How does Albuquerque feel about him? Jeff's Winners and Losers from Sunday's NFL action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happened atop the AFC? Did the Bills reassert themselves as a team to beat with Josh Allen? How do you feel about Diego Pavia finishing second and his actions after the Heisman Trophy presentation? How about JT Rock? UNM's depth what test on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diego Pavia finished second in the Heisman voting. What did he have to say about the voters? The end of a dynasty. What's next in Kansas City? Banged up and find a way. How did the Lobos comeback on FGCU Sunday? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Patriots and Broncos, who have won 10 in a row, are both home underdogs this weekend. Would the Tigers trade their best pitcher? What should Albuquerque do if Diego Pavia won the Heisman Trophy? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bowl Season Executive Director, Nick Carparelli, joins the show to discuss the games ahead, the challenges bowls are facing and things the games could add in the future. Jason Eck has odds, but would he be on Michigan's radar? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Pitts and Kirk Cousins. Did they just end Tampa Bay's season? What will the fallout at Michigan be? Current college head coach or NFL coach next for Michigan? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What stands out with the Lobos development this season? Is the team taking on the character of Eric Olen? Are you ready for the fantasy football playoffs? Michigan's mess, what happens next? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What did Eric Olen have to say about his teams win at VCU? Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com, shares his thoughts on UNM's win, Michigan's mess and how the CFP handled this years selection process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lobos added to their resume with a win at VCU. How's they get it done and who stepped up? What happened with Sheron Moore and what's next for Michigan? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Rider, Lobo football beat reporter for the Albuquerque Journal, shares his thoughts on the Lobos bowl destination, the players response, keeping the core together and his thoughts on Notre Dame and the CFP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Notre Dame have a valid argument against Miami and the CFP? Did the ACC do them dirty? Will the ACC adjust their tiebreakers? What value will conference championships games have moving forward? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lobos are at VCU and underdogs. What would a win mean for the resume? How can they get it done against the Rams? Is Philip Rivers really the best option for the Colts? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Diego Pavia represent New Mexico? Where will he finish on Saturday at the Heisman Trophy presentation? What's up with New Mexico United? Is the stadium close? How can you help during the holidays? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do football fans in New Mexico feel about Diego Pavia? Is it split by who you root for? Does he have a character issue? Will he win the Heisman? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was that a throwback Thursday night football game or Monday Night football? What has happened with the Eagles offense? Do you feel like Diego Pavia represents New Mexico? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Diego State head football coach Sean Lewis joins the show to discuss the Aztecs season, coming to New Mexico to face North Texas and how they turned it around after a 3-9 season last year. The Lobo men put on a clinic against Santa Clara. Was that their ceiling? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How are Lobo fans feeling about their bowl opponent? Was it a win-win for football fans getting the Lobos against a Big-10 opponent and a great G5 game in the Isleta New Mexico Bowl? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

University of New Mexico football head coach discusses the Lobos bowl opponent, keeping the team locked in over the next few weeks and what it would mean to win 10 games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lobos are going bowling in Arizona playing in the Rate Bowl against Minnesota. San Diego State will take on North Texas in the Isleta New Mexico Bowl. How did it all happen on Sunday? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will we see more high school events at University Stadium? If it went to a vote would people be in favor of a new football stadium? What venues do fans want? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who is favored and who will win and shake things up on conference championship weekend? What are the Lobos up against Saturday with Santa Clara coming to The Pit? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the Cowboys season over? Can the Lions lean on their offense to earn a Wild Card spot or win the division? If you don't like a commissioner does that mean they are doing a good job? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Diego Pavia be the best college football player ever from New Mexico? Is it between these two NM athletes? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com, breaks down the latest CFP rankings, what movement if any we will see after this weekend, his Heisman favorite and the big coaching moves. Is Diego Pavia the Heisman favorite? How do you feel about the way he represents Albuquerque? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Thursday Night Football between Dallas and Detroit a must win game for both teams? Names to know for Lobo football following national signing day. What happened with Chris Paul and the Clippers? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Rider, Lobo football beat writer for the Albuquerque Journal, shares his thoughts on MW awards, the Lobos season and Jason Eck's contract extension. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should coaches take a 'bigger' job even if they are happy where they are at? What in the world is going on with the Clippers and Chris Paul? What to do with the athletic budget? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Eck was named the Mountain West coach of the year, how did he change the culture in Albuquerque? What other Lobos were honored? What did the latest CFP rankings tell us? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What bowl affiliations does the Mountain West have? Where do fans want to see the Lobos go? Are there any potential matchups against a power conference team available? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What bowl game could the Lobos play in? What would the fans like to see? While a lot of jobs were open, did the coaching carousel benefit the Lobos keeping Jason Eck? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lobos cruised past New Mexico Highlands, what did you like about the bench minuets? Who could pop in other games? What NFL jobs will be open after the season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UNM extended Jason Eck, what does the future hold for Lobo football? What was your experience like Friday watching UNM beat San Diego State? What was different from last year to this year? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did players and fans buy into what Jason Eck was selling? What does the future of UNM football look like? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Mexico Lobos head football coach Jason Eck discusses his contract extension, the plays made to beat San Diego State and why he believes in Albuquerque and UNM. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lobo football beat San Diego State in double overtime. What did you think of the atmosphere? What did the moment mean? How did the Lobos lose the computer tie breakers when it comes to who will be playing in the Mountain West Title game? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.