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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.

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    Keep Building

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 39:41


    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.

    Coach Speak Works

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 23:53


    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.

    Eck Yeah

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 16:12


    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.

    The Moment

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 42:23


    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.

    Jeff is joined by Jerry Palm of CBS Sports and Sean Rider ABQ Journal

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 29:52


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    Play the Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 40:23


    Who is in and who is out this week at quarterback? Should these quarterbacks return? Staying the course. Comedy and sports broadcasting? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Big Time Coaching Battle

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 40:17


    San Diego State head coach Sean Lewis joins the show to discuss the Aztecs season and what he sees from the Lobos this season. Art Briles at Eastern New Mexico, how are people feeling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rival Victory

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 43:14


    New Mexico State head football coach Tony Sanchez discusses the Aggies win at UTEP, coming back from 21-0 down and what's in store for their seniors this week. Another rough night for Mountain West basketball. MNF, just run the football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Show Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 20:49


    The Lobos are set to host San Diego State Friday. What are the expectations from the fans? Bigger contract or more revenue for players? What is better for the head coach? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Art of the Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 42:30


    Eastern New Mexico made a splash with their new head football coach. Could we see 30,000 at University Stadium Friday? It would mean more to win the Mountain West this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Lobo Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 42:03


    The Lobos defeated Air Force to keep their MW title hopes alive. How did they do it? Lobo basketball bounced back against Mississippi State, what stood out? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Eck, Staying Focused

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 16:45


    New Mexico Lobos head football coach Jason Eck discusses the Lobos win at Air Force, the defensive plan in place and staying focused in the moment with San Diego State on deck in a game with Mountain West title game implications. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Options

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 39:26


    The final two weeks present a multitude of possibilities for the Mountain West football title game. Some big injuries for upcoming UNM football opponents. Fantasy Football Takes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Palm Reader

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 38:50


    Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com, discuses the latest CFP rankings and the biggest impact games of the weekend. Mountain West basketball has a lot of work to do. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Early Start

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 41:15


    What do the Lobos need to accomplish early against Nebraska? Is there really a problem with the Eagles? Which QB questions do you need to know heading into Sunday? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Challenge Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 42:15


    How will the Lobos defend the triple option? Is the NBA too fast? Is that getting players hurt? So many backup quarterbacks in play right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    College Football Mess

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 36:30


    What should Lane Kiffin do? Did college athletics create this problem for themselves? How can you get teams and players to buy-in with the way the transfer portal works? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Another Rough Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 41:37


    The Mountain West took another hit during non-conference play. What's on deck for Lobo basketball Thursday? So many scenarios are still in play for the MW football title game. Sanders time in Cleveland? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Line

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 41:27


    Did Draymond Green or the fan cross the line? Sneaky big night of college basketball. Conferences, too big. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Now or Never?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 37:11


    How are you feeling about Lobo football? Enjoying the moment or looking ahead to what could happen next year? Spit gate 2.0, why? Don't be late. Is it that hard? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Finishing Strong

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 43:50


    New Mexico State head football coach Tony Sanchez discusses the Aggies performance at Tennessee, what it would mean to finish the season with two wins and working to keep his core together. Dallas handled Las Vegas, what can they take from their defensive performance? College football coaching carousel is moving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Weekend Winners

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 41:19


    Jeff give his three biggest winners and losers from Sunday's NFL action. Do you trust Sam Darnold? The Lobos are the sizzle of the football field, buy in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Style Points

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 23:58


    With five teams 4-2 in Mountain West play, it's just about finding a way to win. How did the Lobos hold on against CSU? Who would you like to see step up offensively for Eric Olen's squad? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Split Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 41:19


    The Lobos snapped their losing streak to Colorado State. How did they overcome four fumbles? Lobo basketball lost at NMSU. What was the difference in the second half? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Eck, Find a Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 13:27


    New Mexico Lobos head football coach Jason Eck discusses the Lobos win over Colorado State, the defense stepping up after four fumbles from the Lobos offense and what it meant to snap the streak against the Rams with a full stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Sizzle

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 41:37


    The Lobos are the sizzle right now on the football field. How can they end the streak against Colorado State? Judge vs Cal, who should have won the AL MVP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Who are They

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 40:03


    New Mexico State men's basketball coach Jason Hooten discusses putting this years roster together, the schedule and what it means to play the Lobos. What will the Lobos offense look like against CSU? What does the race to the MW title game look like? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Best in Class

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 46:14


    The Patriots improved to 9-2 how do they stack up against Indy, Denver and the rest of the AFC contenders? Who is in and who is out on Sunday? Lobo football, what are the expectations for Saturday against the Rams? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Enjoy It

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 25:11


    What has us as fans tuned into enjoying failure and rooting for failure as opposed to enjoying the moment and winning? How to shake things up in your fantasy football league with trades. Which backup running backs can help your team? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Statements

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 39:42


    Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com, discusses the latest CFP rankings, two huge SEC games this weekend and who is looking to be the G5 playoff team. Hire from within or go outside? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Be Better

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 42:56


    A.J. Brown says he just wants to Eagles offense to be better and it's not about his numbers. What did Lobo football coach Jason Eck have to say about the future of the Mountain West? A must win game for the Packers? Which injuries do you need to watchout for? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Chris Howell

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 15:08


    Lobo redshirt senior Chris Howell shares his thoughts on Coach Olen, growing up with five siblings, have a brother as a coach and the early season returns for UNM on the court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rider Wednesday

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 43:28


    Sean Rider, Lobo football beat writer for the Albuquerque Journal, discusses UNM's final three games and his thoughts on Eck and attendance. Fans sound off on Lobo football, the experience, keeping the coach and what they want to see. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Back in Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 42:22


    Arena Football is back in Albuquerque. A rebrand for the Gladiators and their head coach, Kyle Moore-Brown stopped in studio. Will we see more contract buyout battles in college athletics? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Mountain West

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 38:43


    How does the conference respond after some tough week one losses on the hardwood? What does the final few weeks of football look like with SDSU/BSU 4-1 and multiple teams sitting on two conference losses? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Missed Opportunities

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 44:23


    New Mexico State head football coach Tony Sanchez discusses the Aggies loss to Kennesaw State and how they respond heading to SEC country. Are the Packers good team with warts our an average team? What do you expect from the Lobos against UC-Riverside? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Aggressive

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 44:21


    What did Lobos guard Deyton Albury have to say following the Lobos win on Saturday? What are fans saying about the Lobos through two game? Brandon Krisztal, Guerilla Sports, shares his circle of trust teams and what separates the Broncos from other AFC contenders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Shake Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 22:58


    The Mountain West is going to get really interesting over the final three weeks of the regular season. Three 8-2 teams atop the AFC, who had the biggest win this weekend? Will injuries be too much to overcome for these two NFC contenders? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Circle of Trust

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 41:58


    Who is in your circle of trust in the AFC and NFC? Teams that could play in a conference championship game? The Lobos improved to 2-0, did we see a glimpse of what the offense will be? Can the defense be this good all season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Eck, Opportunity Awaits

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 14:11


    New Mexico Lobos head football coach Jason Eck discusses the benefits of a late bye week, how the team came together this season, the development of units through injury and what they need to do to break the streak against Colorado State this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rider Wednesday

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 24:06


    Sean Rider, Lobo football beat writer for the Albuquerque Journal, discusses the Lobos win at UNLV, the vibe around the fan base and how Jason Eck is handling the message over the final month of the season. UNM announces a long time head coach is taking a role with a marquee organization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Buy In

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 38:45


    Enjoy the moment. Will Lobo fans ride the football wave the rest of the season? Lobo basketball, what to expect in their regular season opener? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Show Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 42:51


    Lobo head football coach Jason Eck implored fans to show up for Colorado State. Will they? The Jets with a massive shake up at the trade deadline. Which deals will impact winning the most? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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