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

Website:

http://www.sportsanimalabq.com/the-opening-drive/

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95.9 & 610 AM The Sports Animal

95.9 & 610 AM The Sports Animal

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Episodes

Rider on the Radio

Sean Rider, Lobo football beat writer for the Albuquerque Journal shares his thoughts on the Lobos through two games, what stood out from the 4th quarter and the early impressions from the rest of the Mountain West. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:44

Outside Money

Does a new report bury the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard when it comes to circumventing the salary cap? Will the new college football transfer window help? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:35

Expectations

Will the desperate team theory come into play Friday night for UCLA? What are the expectations for the Lobos? Did the NFL get the spit suspension right? Beginning of the end in Miami? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:31

Classic

What are the traits of a Hall of Fame quarter back? Which career would you rather have? The Dodgers almost did it again. Geno Smith appreciation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:30

Watch Out

Who is facing injury trouble after week one? What situations are worth keeping an eye on? Phillies Karen, how would you handle it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:20

Grow Up

How did J.J. McCarthy turn it up with the game on the line? Should the Bears be worried about Caleb Williams? Who is your Super Bowl pick after week one? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:01

Aggies Step Up

New Mexico State head coach Tony Sanchez discusses the Aggies second half against Tulsa, what Logan Fife has brought to the team and the confidence from a 2-0 start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:12

Winners and Loseres

Jeff gives his three biggest winners and losers from the NFL weekend. Is Green Bay the second best team in the NFC? What did it mean for the Lobos to grind out a 4th quarter win? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:43

Grind It Out

Who won, but has work to do in the NFL? Did Colorado State steal a win? What happened around the Mountain West. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:29

How Did That Happen

Was Sunday Night Football (Ravens/Bills) an AFC Championship game preview? Who stepped up and who flopped on Sunday? The Lobos won. Is that all that matters or did they need more style points? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:55

Jason Eck, First Win

New Mexico Lobos head football coach Jason Eck discusses the Lobos win over Idaho State, how he team responded in the 4th quarter, where they improved and what they need to keep cleaning up ahead of a trip to UCLA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:15:47

Coaching Running Backs

New Mexico running backs coach, John Johnson, discusses his groups performance at Michigan, what they can build from and his journey from fullback through the coaching ranks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:06:11

Who Do You Like

What three lines standout this Sunday? What are the expectations for the Lobos against Idaho State? Who is remembered for just one quote? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:39

Leader

What not to do as a team leader. What do you think of undercover officers as opposing fans? Nick Knee breaks down the Ryder Cup and gives you your Sandia Golf tip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:39:36

Spit Gate

The storm slowed things down. Should the Eagles be worried? What did you make of Dak Prescott's performance? Who spit on who? What injuries could shift things in the NFL this weekend? What games intrigue you? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:44:10

Too Many Teams

What's the biggest piece of advice for week one of the fantasy football season? The Broncos are paying up will it pay off? What is the confidence level in the health of Mathew Stafford? How about the 49ers skill players? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:28

Palm Reader

Jerry Palm, PalmBrackets.com, shares who secured the biggest week one college football win, is Alabama in trouble? How wide open is the Group of 5 race? What are fair expectations for Lobo football this weekend? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:45

It's Time

The NFL season kicks off with the Eagles hosting the Cowboys, who wins and why? Did Saturday's home opener for Lobo football become a must win game? Did the Clippers break the rules with Kawahi Leonard? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:09

Rider on the Radio

Sean Rider, Lobo football beat reporter for the Albuquerque Journal, shares his thoughts from the Michigan road trip, the takeaways from the players and his first impressions of Lobo football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:42:30

Lovo, Gameday Changes

University of New Mexico Athletic Director, Fernando Lovo, discusses the Lobos opener at Michigan and the changes for the fans when it comes to gameday atmosphere outside and inside University Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:30