In this episode of Those Guys Sports Podcast, Chris and Troy catch up after a short break to discuss some of the biggest storylines in New Mexico football. They recap their recent interview with new head coaches Joseph Frias at Mayfield High School, while also celebrating Michael Holguin's hiring at Manzano High School and what these coaching changes mean for the future of New Mexico high school football.

The conversation then shifts to college football as they discuss New Mexico State University's $18 million press box renovation, the importance of investing in athletic facilities, conference realignment, North Dakota State's move to the FBS level, and the future of college athletics.

🎙️ Welcome Back & Catching Up (0:00)

🏈 Coach Joseph Frias & the Future of Mayfield Football (2:15)

🏆 Coach Facio's Success at Gadsden (7:05)

🏫 Greg Mallory Named Organ Mountain Head Coach (9:10)

🔥 Why Las Cruces High School Football Is Back (11:20)

💜 Michael Holguin Takes Over at Manzano (13:05)

🏟️ NMSU's $18 Million Press Box Investment (15:45)

💰 Why Athletic Facility Investments Matter (17:00)

🤝 New Sponsorships & Adidas Partnership for NMSU (21:45)

🏈 North Dakota State Moving to FBS (23:10)

🌎 Conference Realignment Discussion (25:30)

🏀 March Madness & Tulsa Basketball (32:15)

🎯 Final Thoughts (35:30)

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In this episode of Those Guys Sports Podcast, Chris and Troy are joined by Gadsden High School Head Football Coach Dino Facio to discuss his journey from Gadsden alumnus to one of New Mexico's most successful high school football coaches. Coach Facio shares how he transformed the Panthers into a perennial playoff contender by building a culture of accountability, developing student-athletes, and creating a championship mindset.

The conversation explores rebuilding a struggling program, recruiting athletes within the school, developing leadership, encouraging multi-sport participation, helping players reach the college level, and what it takes to sustain success in one of New Mexico's most passionate football communities.

🎙️ Welcome & Introducing Coach Dino Facio (0:00)

🏈 Growing Up at Gadsden High School (2:45)

⚾ Baseball, Football & Finding His Passion (4:50)

🎓 Beginning His Coaching Career at Gadsden (7:40)

🧠 Learning from New Mexico Coaching Legends (9:45)

🏆 Rebuilding the Gadsden Football Program (15:55)

📈 Recruiting Athletes & Growing the Program (19:00)

🏃 Why Multi-Sport Athletes Succeed (22:05)

🎓 Helping Student-Athletes Reach the Next Level (24:00)

🤝 Relationships with NMSU, UNM & New Mexico Highlands (25:00)

💪 Overcoming COVID & Building a Championship Contender (27:45)

👥 Developing Leadership Within the Program (30:20)

🥇 Chasing a State Championship Every Season (32:55)

🔥 Connecting with Players & Building Trust (35:00)

🏟️ The Gadsden Community & Friday Night Football (37:15)

🎯 Coach Facio's Vision for the Future (40:25)

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In this episode of Those Guys Sports Podcast, Chris and Troy are joined by Coach Joseph Frias, who shares his incredible football journey from El Paso to college football, professional football in Europe, and eventually becoming the head coach who transformed Chaparral High School football. Coach Frias discusses how he rebuilt a struggling program, developed a winning culture, and helped lead the Lobos to one of the most successful seasons in school history.

From coaching philosophy and leadership to recruiting, player development, and the importance of community support, this episode is packed with valuable insights for coaches, players, parents, and football fans throughout the Borderland.

🎙️ Welcome & Introducing Coach Joseph Frias (0:00)

🏈 Growing Up in El Paso & Franklin High School (1:25)

⚾ Multi-Sport Athletics & Choosing Football (3:20)

🎓 College Football Journey (10:45)

🏆 Playing at College of the Canyons (12:00)

🌽 University of Nebraska Omaha Experience (17:30)

🏈 Professional Football in Europe (24:20)

💪 Why Coach Frias Took the Chaparral Job (32:00)

🔥 Changing the Culture at Chaparral (34:00)

🏫 Coaching in a Small Community (36:30)

🤝 Building Community & Booster Club Support (38:10)

📈 The Turning Point for Chaparral Football (40:20)

🧲 Recruiting Student-Athletes Back to Football (42:00)

🏋️ Building a Strength & Conditioning Program (45:10)

🎯 Advice for Young Football Coaches (47:00)

❤️ Family, Coaching & What's Next (49:30)

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🏆 College Football Playoff National Championship Results Breakdown

🔴 Indiana Hoosiers football: The Future Outlook

🚀 Exciting Developments Around College Football

🎓 Upcoming Coaching Series Preview

🧢 Those Guys Promotions & Merch Update

🌎 New College Football Programs on the Horizon

Welcome to the very first episode of Those Guys Sports Podcast! Chris and Troy introduce themselves, share their football backgrounds, and explain the vision behind the podcast—covering football at every level, from the biggest programs in the country to the overlooked stories in FCS, Division II, Division III, NAIA, and New Mexico & Borderland high school football.

The conversation includes thoughts on player development, coaching, NIL, high school football in New Mexico and Oklahoma, Week 0 college football reactions, and bold predictions for an exciting

In Episode 2 of Those Guys Sports Podcast, Chris and Troy recap an exciting opening weekend of college football, including Ohio State's defensive win over Texas, LSU's statement victory over Clemson, and several of the biggest storylines from around the country. They discuss standout performances, coaching decisions, playoff contenders, and why Vanderbilt could surprise people in the SEC this season.

The episode also features a look at New Mexico State and UNM football, highlights from FCS, Division II, and NAIA football, New Mexico high school football, and previews another exciting weekend of college football action.

🏈 Texas vs. Ohio State Reaction (0:00)

🐯 LSU Defeats Clemson (3:00)

🔥 Biggest Week 1 College Football Takeaways (7:30)

🐂 Boise State vs. South Florida (8:00)

🐝 Georgia Tech vs. Colorado (10:00)

🌽 Nebraska's Continued Rebuild (11:30)

🐺 Jason Eck & UNM Football (13:30)

🌵 New Mexico State's Win & Logan Fife's Debut (15:00)

🏈 SEC Roundup: Alabama, Tennessee & Vanderbilt (18:00)

☘️ Miami vs. Notre Dame Reaction (25:30)

🏆 FCS, Division II & NAIA Football Spotlight (29:00)

🏈 New Mexico High School Football Update (39:30)

🔮 Week 2 College Football Predictions (46:00)

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Hosted by Chris and Troy, Those Guys Sports Podcast covers football at every level—from FBS to FCS, Division II, Division III, NAIA, and New Mexico & Borderland high school football. Every week we bring you college football news, coaching interviews, recruiting insights, player spotlights, game analysis, and conversations that celebrate the game of football.

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In Episode 3 of Those Guys Sports Podcast, Chris and Troy recap one of the most exciting weekends of the college football season, highlighted by Georgia's thrilling overtime win over Tennessee, Vanderbilt's dominant victory over South Carolina, and the growing belief that Diego Pavia and the Commodores could become a legitimate College Football Playoff contender.

The conversation also celebrates Jason Eck and the University of New Mexico's impressive upset over UCLA, discusses New Mexico State's season under Tony Sanchez, highlights FCS and Division II football, and wraps up with New Mexico high school football as the playoff race begins to heat up.

🏈 Georgia vs. Tennessee Instant Classic (0:00)

🌟 Vanderbilt Dominates South Carolina (2:15)

🌵 Diego Pavia & Vanderbilt's College Football Playoff Chances (9:00)

🤝 Why Team Chemistry Matters More Than Talent (14:30)

🐺 Jason Eck & UNM's Upset Over UCLA (19:30)

💰 NIL, Transfer Portal & Coaching Philosophy (23:30)

🌵 New Mexico State Midseason Review (26:15)

🏟️ Tony Sanchez & NMSU's New Football Facilities (30:45)

🦍 Division II Spotlight: Pittsburg State Upsets No. 3 Grand Valley State (35:30)

🏈 RMAC & Small College Football Roundup (40:30)

🏆 Las Cruces High School's Huge Win Over Cleveland (43:15)

🎯 Introducing Weekly Prediction Shows (47:00)

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Hosted by Chris and Troy, Those Guys Sports Podcast covers football at every level—from FBS to FCS, Division II, Division III, NAIA, and New Mexico & Borderland high school football. Every week we bring you college football news, coaching interviews, recruiting insights, player spotlights, game analysis, and conversations that celebrate the game of football.

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In Episode 4 of Those Guys Sports Podcast, Chris and Troy recap another exciting week of college football before turning their attention to one of the biggest games in New Mexico—the Rio Grande Rivalry between the University of New Mexico and New Mexico State. They discuss the history of the rivalry, memorable games they attended growing up, key matchups to watch, and what each team must do to come away with a victory.

The episode also features a discussion on Mike Gundy's departure from Oklahoma State, the changing landscape of college football in the NIL era, Colorado quarterback Kaden Salter, Jason Eck's success at UNM, and why investing in facilities can change the direction of a football program.

🏈 Week 5 College Football Predictions Recap (0:00)

🐃 Colorado, Kaden Salter & Deion Sanders (2:00)

🏆 NIL, Transfer Portal & College Football Today (7:45)

🌟 Early Heisman Trophy Discussion (11:15)

🤠 Mike Gundy Out at Oklahoma State (13:15)

🐺 Could Jason Eck Be Oklahoma State's Next Coach? (21:00)

🌶️ Rio Grande Rivalry History (23:15)

🏟️ UNM vs. NMSU Rivalry Preview (29:30)

🛡️ Key Matchups to Watch (30:45)

🏈 NMSU's New Football Facilities (33:15)

🔥 Final Thoughts on Rivalry Week (35:45)

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Hosted by Chris and Troy, Those Guys Sports Podcast covers football at every level—from FBS to FCS, Division II, Division III, NAIA, and New Mexico & Borderland high school football. Every week we bring you college football news, coaching interviews, recruiting insights, player spotlights, game analysis, and conversations that celebrate the game of football.

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In Episode 5 of Those Guys Sports Podcast, Chris and Troy break down New Mexico State's rivalry loss to the University of New Mexico, discuss why fans need to stay patient with Tony Sanchez, and explain why the Aggies still have a realistic path to bowl eligibility. They also react to Vanderbilt's impressive season led by Diego Pavia, discuss Alabama and LSU's playoff hopes, and preview exciting matchups across FBS, FCS, and Division II football.

The episode also highlights why supporting local college football matters, discusses recruiting and facilities at New Mexico State, and shines a spotlight on some of the best small college football games happening around the country.

🏈 UNM vs. New Mexico State Rivalry Recap (2:30)

💪 Why Tony Sanchez Deserves More Time (5:45)

🏟️ NMSU's New Football Facilities & Recruiting (9:30)

🎯 Can New Mexico State Still Reach a Bowl Game? (10:45)

👏 Why Fans Should Support Aggie Football (12:45)

🏈 Tulsa vs. Tulane Game Experience (20:00)

🏆 Oregon vs. Penn State Breakdown (23:30)

🐘 Alabama vs. Georgia Reaction (26:30)

🌟 Diego Pavia & Vanderbilt's Incredible Season (28:00)

🐯 What's Wrong with LSU's Offense? (32:00)

🏈 FCS & Division II Football Spotlight (37:30)

🔥 UT Permian Basin vs. Angelo State Preview (42:15)

📣 Why Supporting Small College Football Matters (44:30)

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Hosted by Chris and Troy, Those Guys Sports Podcast covers football at every level—from FBS to FCS, Division II, Division III, NAIA, and New Mexico & Borderland high school football. Every week we bring you college football news, coaching interviews, recruiting insights, player spotlights, game analysis, and conversations that celebrate the game of football.

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In Episode 6 of Those Guys Sports Podcast, Chris and Troy react to one of the biggest upsets of the college football season as Diego Pavia and Vanderbilt knock off LSU, sparking a discussion about Pavia's incredible journey from New Mexico State to SEC star and why he deserves serious Heisman Trophy consideration. They also break down the SEC landscape, Indiana's remarkable season under Curt Cignetti, and the latest college football coaching rumors.

The episode also features an in-depth discussion on New Mexico State's path to bowl eligibility, the growth under Tony Sanchez, the coaching carousel at Penn State and Florida, and highlights from FCS and Division II football as the postseason race begins to heat up.

🏈 Vanderbilt Upsets LSU & Diego Pavia's Heisman Case (0:45)

🌵 Tim Beck, Jerry Kill & Vanderbilt's Offensive Success (4:30)

🏆 Is Alabama a National Championship Contender? (8:45)

🔥 SEC Contenders & Playoff Outlook (11:30)

📈 Indiana's Incredible Rise Under Curt Cignetti (14:00)

💪 Why Small School Coaches Deserve More Opportunities (18:00)

🌵 New Mexico State's Bowl Game Path (24:00)

🏈 Liberty Recap & Fixing Special Teams (27:30)

🎯 Why Fans Should Support NMSU Football (33:30)

🔄 Penn State & Florida Coaching Carousel (35:00)

👀 Potential Coaching Candidates (41:00)

🐺 Jason Eck's Future at UNM (45:00)

🏆 Surprise Bowl-Eligible Teams (47:00)

🏈 Division II & FCS Football Spotlight (53:00)

📢 Looking Ahead & Upcoming Guest Interviews (59:30)

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Hosted by Chris and Troy, Those Guys Sports Podcast covers football at every level—from FBS to FCS, Division II, Division III, NAIA, and New Mexico & Borderland high school football. Every week we bring you college football news, coaching interviews, recruiting insights, player spotlights, game analysis, and conversations that celebrate the game of football.

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