UNM vs. UTEP Preview: Mountain West Matchup with Adrian Broaddus
New Mexico and UTEP meet in Albuquerque as conference opponents, adding another chapter to the regional matchup between the Lobos and Miners.
On this episode of Reider’s Block, host Sean Reider is joined by Adrian Broaddus of Miner Talk for a closer look at UTEP heading into its matchup with New Mexico.
The conversation covers UTEP’s start to the season, the Miners’ transition into the Mountain West, expectations surrounding head coach Scotty Walden, and what quarterback E.J. Colson has brought to the offense. Sean and Adrian also discuss UTEP’s offensive and defensive strengths, areas the Miners may need to improve, former Lobo linebacker Jaden Wilson, and some of the players who could have an impact against UNM.
They also break down what UTEP may need to do on both sides of the ball against New Mexico, the significance of having UNM and UTEP together in the Mountain West, and what the matchup could mean as both programs move into conference play.
Plus, Adrian offers his perspective on UTEP fans making the trip from El Paso to Albuquerque and what the renewed conference connection between the two schools could mean beyond football.
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24 Sept 2026
UNM vs. New Mexico State Preview | Inside the Rio Grande Rivalry with Sam Guzman
On this episode of Reider’s Block, host Sean Reider is joined by KTSM 9 Sports Director Sam Guzman to preview the latest meeting between New Mexico and New Mexico State in the Rio Grande Rivalry.
Sean and Sam take a closer look at the Aggies and what New Mexico State has shown early in the season under head coach Tony Sanchez. They discuss the importance of roster continuity, changes within the offense and some of the areas where NMSU appears to have made progress.
The conversation also examines the Aggies’ quarterback play, an explosive group of receivers, improvements in the running game and an experienced defense that could present challenges for the Lobos.
Sean and Sam also discuss the significance of the rivalry itself, what playing in Las Cruces could bring to the matchup and why this year’s meeting carries plenty of intrigue for both programs.
With UNM and New Mexico State preparing to meet on a national stage, Reider’s Block breaks down the storylines, personnel and matchups to watch in one of New Mexico college football’s biggest annual games.
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17 Sept 2026
New Mexico vs. Oklahoma Preview | Can the Lobos Challenge the Sooners?
On this episode of Reider’s Block, host Sean Reider previews New Mexico’s road matchup with the Oklahoma Sooners with perspectives from both sides of the game.
Sean is first joined by Edge Garcia of The Daily Lobo to break down the matchup from the New Mexico perspective. They discuss what the Lobos have shown through the opening weeks of the season, the importance of creating turnovers, New Mexico’s approach at quarterback and some of the matchups that could play a major role against Oklahoma.
The conversation also looks at how UNM’s offensive and defensive lines could match up with the Sooners, the challenge facing New Mexico’s secondary and some of the areas where the Lobos may need to find opportunities to stay competitive on the road.
Later, Sean is joined by Colton Sulley, Oklahoma beat writer for The Oklahoman, for an inside look at the Sooners. They discuss Oklahoma’s response following its loss to Michigan, questions surrounding the offense, the Sooners’ running game and what New Mexico could see from an Oklahoma defense led by head coach Brent Venables.
With New Mexico facing one of its biggest early-season tests, Sean, Edge and Colton examine the storylines, personnel and potential matchups to watch when the Lobos and Sooners meet in Norman.
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