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The Opening Drive

The Sports Animal
Mountain West Conference
College Football
NFL
Pac-12
University Of New Mexico
Fresno State
Denver Broncos
Lobo Football
New Mexico State
UNLV
New Mexico
New Mexico Lobos
Dallas Cowboys
Carolina Panthers
Air Force
Major League Baseball
New Mexico Football
Conference Realignment
NCAA
NIL

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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Award season in the NFL, who will be the MVP?

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How did Eric Olen feel after the Lobos win against Fresno State?

How has Tomislav Buljian raised his game?

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The Lobos host Fresno State. How can they avoid a slip up?

New OC for the Chargers. Who is close to making the next head coach hire?

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Recent Guests

Mike Vitale
Former producer and beloved member of the sports animal team
Episode: Any Chance
Chrissy Baines
New General Manager of the Albuquerque Isotopes
Albuquerque Isotopes
Episode: New GM
Mario Moccia
Athletic Director at New Mexico State University
New Mexico State University
Episode: Conference Questions
Ned James
Former Lobo quarterback and sports broadcaster
UNM Sports Radio Network
Episode: Foundation
Stan Hubbard
Owner of the New Mexico Ice Wolves
New Mexico Ice Wolves
Episode: Ice-Ice-Wolves
Bronco Mendenhall
Lobo football coach
University of New Mexico
Episode: Find a Way
Ron Patel
President of New Mexico United
New Mexico United
Episode: Top 4
Sean Ridder
Beat writer for Lobo Football for the Albuquerque Journal
Albuquerque Journal
Episode: Rider Wednesday
Sean Rider
Beat rider for Lobo football
ABQ Journal
Episode: Jeff is joined by Jerry Palm of CBS Sports and Sean Rider ABQ Journal

Hosts

Jeff Siembieda
Host of the show, providing insights and lively commentary on sports events and stories.
JJ Buck
Co-host offering commentary and analysis, engaging with listeners about the local sports scene.

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Say What
Q: Do you think it's going to be an age cut off?
Well, what else can you do?
Say What
Q: Where do you believe it should go?
I think maybe an age cut off, like 25, that could be a good start.
Football Success Leads Too
Q: What do you make of the Lobo fan base and their impact this season?
The fan base showed incredible support, as evidenced by their presence and enthusiasm during games, particularly at the rate bowl.
Foundation
Q: Do you think this staff can do it again in recruiting?
Yes, with a strong focus on identifying talent and utilizing available resources for recruitment, they can continue to attract FCS players.
Foundation
Q: What do you think it was that this team was able to maintain that type of play all season long?
It starts at the top with Jason Eck's management and vision for the team, effectively coordinating all aspects of the game.

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The content predominantly revolves around local and national sports, with a significant focus on college football and basketball, particularly highlighting teams like the Lobos and Aggies. Topics often include game recaps, player performances, and coaching strategies, reflecting the hosts' critical analysis and emotional engagement with the teams. Notable discussions also explore broader sports controversies, such as coaching changes and the implications of player decisions, making it a comprehensive source for both insight and entertainment. With lively banter and community involvement, this offering is particularly appealing to sports enthusiasts who appreciate a mix of informative commentary and spirited discussions.

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The Opening Drive launched 8 years ago and published 269 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Mike Vitale
2. Chrissy Baines
3. Mario Moccia
4. Ned James
5. Stan Hubbard
6. Bronco Mendenhall
7. Ron Patel
8. Sean Ridder

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