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 plan

Win 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.

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