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
Home Dogs
12/12/2025
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?
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Duration:00:42:22
Bowling
12/12/2025
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?
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Duration:00:38:55
Pitted
12/12/2025
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?
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Duration:00:41:52
Step Up
12/11/2025
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?
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Duration:00:38:53
Late Game Execution
12/11/2025
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.
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Duration:00:39:42
Lobo Dub
12/11/2025
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?
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Duration:00:41:54
Rider Wednesday
12/10/2025
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.
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Duration:00:41:42
ND vs Everyone
12/10/2025
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?
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Duration:00:38:41
Resume Builder
12/10/2025
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?
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Duration:00:41:54
Top 4
12/9/2025
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?
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Duration:00:42:23
Heisman Or Not
12/9/2025
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?
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Duration:00:39:21
The Quarterbacks
12/9/2025
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?
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Duration:00:44:16
Building
12/8/2025
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?
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Duration:00:43:13
Same Page
12/8/2025
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?
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Duration:00:19:56
Eck, Bowl Ready
12/8/2025
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.
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Duration:00:18:05
Destination
12/8/2025
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?
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Duration:00:42:07
Moving Forward
12/5/2025
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?
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Duration:00:40:35
Title Weekend
12/5/2025
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?
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Duration:00:39:12
D Battle
12/5/2025
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?
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Duration:00:43:31
Best Ever
12/4/2025
Could Diego Pavia be the best college football player ever from New Mexico?
Is it between these two NM athletes?
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Duration:00:40:14