Reider's Block

Coach Jason Eck on the Direction of New Mexico Lobos Football

In this episode of Reider's Block, host Sean Reider sits down with Jason Eck, head coach of the New Mexico Lobos football, for a wide-ranging conversation about the program and the offseason ahead.Coach Eck discusses recent developments around the Lobos football program, including the appointment of a new athletic director, offseason roster changes, and how the team is approaching the transfer portal and recruiting landscape. The conversation also touches on the importance of staff continuity, offseason player development, and how the program is working to build momentum heading toward the next season.Eck shares insight into spring preparation, competition within key position groups, and how expectations may be evolving as the program continues to develop. The discussion also explores the role of community support, fan engagement, and the broader culture around Lobos athletics.The episode wraps up with lighter topics ranging from sports fandom to life in New Mexico, giving listeners a glimpse into Coach Eck’s perspective both on and off the field.Watch the full conversation for insights into UNM football, college football roster management, and the evolving landscape of the sport.If you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription. http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!#NewMexicoLobos#LobosFootball#CollegeFootball#MountainWestFootball#UNMFootball#JasonEck#SeanReider#ReidersBlock#TransferPortal#CollegeFootballPodcast#AlbuquerqueSports#MountainWestConference

UNM Football Offseason Update: Coaching Changes + Transfer Portal Takeaways

In this episode of Reider’s Block Albuquerque Journal staff writer Sean Reider shares offseason thoughts on UNM football following the bowl loss to Minnesota and the weeks that followed. The conversation touches on coaching staff changes, including replacements and a newly added support role, plus what those moves could mean for continuity and special teams.A big focus is the transfer portal window, with a look at a relatively smaller number of departures compared with recent years and how the roster appears to be reloading at positions of need. The host discusses why portal news tends to draw more attention than high school recruiting, highlights the type of additions that can change fan perception of a class, and points to potential spring storylines—especially around offensive skill talent and quarterback depth as UNM heads toward spring practice.If you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription. http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!#UNMFootball #NewMexicoLobos #LobosFootball #CollegeFootball #CFB #MountainWest #TransferPortal #CollegeFootballNews #OffseasonFootball #FootballRecruiting #SpringPractice #QBCompetition #WideReceivers #SpecialTeams #NCAAfootball #Gridiron #FootballTalk #SportsPodcast #AlbuquerqueSports #NMsports #BowlGame #RosterUpdate #PortalSeason #CFBOffseason #FootballAnalysis

New Mexico vs. Minnesota Bowl Preview with Ryan Burns

On this episode of Reider’s Block, host Sean Reider is joined by Ryan Burns, who covers Minnesota football for 247Sports, to preview the upcoming bowl matchup between the New Mexico Lobos and the Minnesota Golden Gophers.The conversation breaks down Minnesota’s 2025 season, including how the Gophers exceeded preseason expectations despite an up-and-down road performance, what has fueled their success at home, and how injuries impacted their offensive identity. Burns offers insight into Minnesota’s quarterback play, the challenges of their rushing attack, and why their defensive front has been one of the most disruptive units in the Big Ten.Reider and Burns also discuss key individual matchups to watch, how Minnesota approaches bowl games under its current staff, and what New Mexico must do to stay competitive against a physical Power Five opponent. The episode wraps with score predictions and expectations for a tightly contested bowl game in Phoenix.If you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription. http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!#ReidersBlock#SeanReider#RyanBurns#CollegeFootball#BowlSeason#NewMexicoFootball#MinnesotaFootball#BigTenFootball#MountainWestFootball#CFBPreview#CollegeFootballPodcast#UNMLobos#MinnesotaGophers

Inside UNM’s Biggest Game in Years | Mountain West Scenarios Explained

On this solo episode of Reider’s Block, host Sean Reider, staff writer at the Albuquerque Journal, breaks down one of the most important weeks in New Mexico football in recent memory. With no guest joining the show today, Sean takes the mic to explain the complete picture around UNM’s massive matchup against San Diego State and how it shapes the Mountain West Championship race.Sean walks listeners through every possible scenario — from the cleanest path to the most complicated multi-team tiebreakers — and breaks down how predictive metrics, results-based rankings, and head-to-head outcomes determine who plays for the title. He also previews the key matchups to watch:• UNM’s receivers vs. SDSU’s physical, disciplined secondary• A huge SDSU offensive line against UNM’s athletic defensive front• Quarterback play: Jack Lane vs. Jalen Denegal’s high-velocity approach• The role of explosive plays, ball security, and special teams• How the Humphrey/Bankston backfield combination fits the game planWin or lose, Sean highlights why this moment reflects the dramatic progress the Lobos have made and why the program appears to be turning a corner.If you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription. http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!#UNMFootball #ReidersBlock #MountainWest #SDSUFootball #UNMLobos #CollegeFootball #AlbuquerqueJournal #SeanReider #MWCChampionship #NCAAF #NewMexicoFootball #SportsPodcast #CollegeFootballAnalysis #LobosFootball

UNM vs AF Preview w/ guest Brent Briggeman

On this episode of Reider’s Block, host Sean Reider talks with Brent Briggeman, the Air Force football beat writer for The Gazette / Denver Gazette, about the Falcons’ season arc and what to watch in the matchup with New Mexico. They cover how injuries and secondary turnover shaped Air Force’s year, why the defense has steadied lately, offensive identity and ball-control tempo, and the mindset in Colorado Springs down the stretch. The conversation closes with what could decide the game in Falcon Stadium and how a few key plays may swing the result. (Guest verification: Brent Briggeman, Air Force beat writer at The Gazette/Denver Gazette.If you enjoy our podcasts, please like and subscribe, and consider becoming a digital subscriber to the Albuquerque Journal, to help us continue to bring you more content like this. Follow the like below for a discount on a digital subscription. http://www.abqjournal.com/subscribe/abqpods/To get your digital subscription to the newspaper for $3 per week, normally charged monthly at $12 that’s a savings of $9.Thank you for Supporting The Albuquerque Journal New Mexico's leading local news source!#ReidersBlock #SeanReider #BrentBriggeman #AirForceFootball #UNMLobos #MountainWest #CollegeFootball #FalconStadium #NewMexicoFootball #GamePreview #CollegeFootballPodcast #AlbuquerqueJournal #MWWire #NCAAF