In this special Rivalry Week edition, Albuquerque Journal staff writer Sean Reider sits down with Nick Coppola of the Las Cruces Sun-News to break down all things New Mexico vs. New Mexico State football.They dive into:* How Tony Sanchez and the Aggies are preparing for UNM after a 2-1 start.* Quarterback Logan Fife’s big-play upside vs. turnover struggles.* Why NMSU’s running game ranks last in FBS and the offensive line challenges behind it.* Defensive strengths led by linebacker Tyler Martinez (playing with a fractured hand) and what must improve after the Louisiana Tech loss.* The impact of new Offensive Coordinator David Yost’s scheme and how it differs from last year.* The importance of this rivalry in an era of player movement and why this matchup feels bigger than most years.With bowl hopes, bragging rights, and momentum on the line, this showdown at University Stadium could define the season for both programs.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!#UNMvsNMSU #RivalryWeek #NewMexicoFootball #UNMLobos #NMSUAggies #CollegeFootball #MountainWest #ConferenceUSA #UNM #NMSU #CollegeFootballPodcast #AlbuquerqueJournal