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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.

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

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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.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Giving Back

11/22/2024
Lobo offensive lineman, Richard Pearce, discusses how he and his fellow OL are giving away Thanksgiving Meals to up to 100 families this weekend, why that is something he wanted to do, what he hopes comes from it and the Lobos playing for bowl eligibility at Hawaii next weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:13:47

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Pulling Away

11/22/2024
The Lobos found their offense in the second half to pull away from Grambling State. Can the Lobos be a team that leans on their defense all year? The Browns beat the Steelers in the snow globe. Is Mike Tomlin the problem with the Steelers? How much would you pay Brock Purdy? What does that do for the quarterback market this offseason? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:11

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Buy the Record

11/21/2024
How do you rank what makes a coach the greatest of all-time? It was another record setting night for Geno Auriemma and UConn. Are the Steelers an AFC title contender? Are the seven playoff teams in the AFC set? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:59

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Dampier, 'I love to do it for my team.'

11/20/2024
New Mexico Lobos sophomore quarterback, Devon Dampier, discusses the Lobos win over Washington State, how the offense developed this season, and staying consistent through the positives and negatives you face in season. #GoLobos #MWFB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:15:59

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Best W's and L's

11/19/2024
Jeff gives his three biggest winners and losers from the NFL weekend? What is the best division in football? What is the best division race? Can Bo Nix push Jayden Daniels for rookie of the year? Can the Dodgers do it again the free agency? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:43:54

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What did you expect?

11/19/2024
If you were complaining about the Tyson-Paul fight, you missed the point. Gonzaga won at San Diego State. How did the Zags grow into a national brand? Where do they rank in terms of current NBA contracts? Will Mike McCarthy go down with the ship or has he lost the team and will get an early exit? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:02

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The Roof is Falling

11/19/2024
Dallas is not good and their stadium is falling apart? When is it Trey Lance time? New Mexico State head football coach Tony Sanchez discusses the teams loss at Texas A&M and the focus needed to finish strong. How many awards did Devon Dampier win this week? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:07

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Mendenhall, ' raw emotion to perspective.'

11/18/2024
New Mexico head football coach Bronco Mendenhall discussed reacting to all the reaction from Saturday's win, moving the attention back to preparation for Hawaii, and breaking down the second half performance and plays that made the difference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:14

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Shocked Reaction

11/18/2024
How are Lobo fans feeling about the second half comeback? How will you remember the night? Buffalo and Pittsburgh made big time AFC statements. Who ended up on the wrong side of Sunday's action? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:25

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Upset City

11/18/2024
New Mexico knocked off Washington State with a great second half performance. Where were you watching Saturday night? How do you feel about UNM playing for a bowl game? St. John's proved to be too much for the Lobos. What did UNM learn from the game? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:49

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Pitino, 'how many quality opportunities do you have?'

11/14/2024
New Mexico head men's basketball coach Richard Pitino discusses the start to the season for his squad, the focus needed for a week where you play UCLA and St. Johns with a game in between, the development of his team and dealing with all the outside noise when it comes to playing his Dad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:34

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Talent vs Expectations

11/14/2024
Does the NFL have a talent problem at quarterback or a problem with letting things play out? What does a regular season game mean between Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen? CBS Sports Jerry Palm breaks down the latest CFP rankings and who has the advantage in the biggest games this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:37

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Are you in?

11/14/2024
With one home game left in the season and a top-20 team in town, are you buying into Lobo football this weekend? It was a crazy night in the NBA, who had the best game? How do you handle a messy quarterback situation? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:27

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Glue Guy

11/13/2024
The Lobos bench was called on an performed in their win over TAMCC. Who is the glue guy for the Lobos? Who will become a fan favorite? Aaron Rodgers had a good point about the NFL, but is he using any of his advice? What process does a team need to follow with a young quarterback? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:15

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No Trap

11/13/2024
The Lobos cruised past Texas A&M CC a game sandwiched between a UCLA win and trip to New York. What record did Dent set? How important was the game for the Lobos bench? Do you understand how the new college football playoff works? What did the new rankings tell us? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:36

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Mendenhall, 'they just keep battling.'

11/11/2024
New Mexico head football coach Bronco Mendenhall discusses the Lobos win at San Diego State, how the defense handled 88 plays and losing multiple starters, the impact from the run game early and how hope has turned into belief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:14:19

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Noland Keeps it 100

11/11/2024
Lobo senior CJ Noland discusses the win over UCLA, what he has learned about Lobo fans and making sure the team stays consistent day in and day out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:12:32

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SoCal Sweep

11/11/2024
Lobo men's basketball beats UCLA and Lobo football wins at San Diego State. How did Lobo basketball look? How does that make you feel about the rest of their non-conference schedule? Lobo football won with defense! How did they get it done on the sandy field of the Aztecs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:18

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Game Time

11/8/2024
What are you expecting from UNM against UCLA? Will Bill Belichick get to pick his next team? Where would he make an impact? What does Lobo football need to do to be victorious against San Diego State? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:20

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TNF

11/8/2024
This time the coach decided to go for a 2-point conversation at the end of the game. Was it the right call? Does the NFL need to be able to review everything in the final two minuets? First thoughts UNM vs UCLA. Can the Bengals make a second half run? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:38:11