The Opening Drive
Cumulus Podcast Network
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
Networks:
Cumulus Podcast Network
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
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?
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Duration:00:42:09
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.
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Duration:00:40:25
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?
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Duration:00:40:27
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.
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Duration:00:41:27
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?
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Duration:00:24:13
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.
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Duration:00:14:01
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?
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Duration:00:42:02
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.
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Duration:00:42:17
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.
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Duration:00:37:41
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?
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Duration:00:43:21
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?
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Duration:00:40:41
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.
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Duration:00:38:10
Sanchez, Aggie Eye Discipline
9/30/2025
New Mexico State head football coach Tony Sanchez discusses where the game got away from NMSU in the second half, what is correctable and focusing on conference play with three mid-week games coming up.
Double Downer on MNF.
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Duration:00:44:46
What's Next
9/29/2025
University Stadium showed it's age. Will it be addressed and can the Lobos keep the fans showing up?
Jeff's three biggest NFL winners and losers from Sunday.
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Duration:00:42:31
Buying In
9/29/2025
The Lobos are meshing wins and community connection. What has changed over the last month?
Can the Lobos keep the momentum going with their next two games on the road?
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Duration:00:24:43
Lived up to the Hype
9/29/2025
How did the Lobos change things against the Aggies in the second half? What did you think of Saturday?
Who are the Packers? What happened to the Ravens?
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Duration:00:43:24
Eck, Expectations Rising
9/29/2025
New Mexico football head coach Jason Eck discusses the Lobos win over the Aggies, the atmosphere on Saturday and the growing confidence and expectations of the team.
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Duration:00:16:20
Pick Em
9/26/2025
What way are you leaning between the Lobos and the Aggies?
3-for-All, the three bets that standout in the NFL.
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Duration:00:42:44
Fern Ready
9/26/2025
University of New Mexico Athletic Director, Fernando Lovo, discusses the perpetrations for Saturday's Lobo/Aggie game, the belief in Coach Eck, meeting him in his basement and the opportunity in front of UNM this weekend.
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Duration:00:38:38
Best Sports Weekend
9/26/2025
With the buzz surrounding the Lobos and Aggies game, can you make the case this is the best sports weekend of the year?
Is Arizona always going to be a day late and a dollar short?
What to watch during the final weekend of the MLB regular season!
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Duration:00:41:58