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OPINION: NFL Bobbleheads Week One

The long wait is over as Week One of the 2025 NFL season wrapped up Monday night with the Minnesota Vikings shocking the Chicago Bears 27-24 at Soldier Field. Where there are winners, there are losers. But not all losses are created equal, some teams feature players who single-handedly cost them the game. These players are favorably called Bobbleheads. Here are the biggest Bobbleheads from Week One who helped their teams start the season on the wrong foot.

Isotopes go head-to-head against Round Rock

This past week, the Isotopes went up against Round Rock in a back and forth series starting on Sept. 2 which finished with both teams trading wins and tying at three games a piece. Jose Torres was the star of the first game of the series with two home runs, the first at the bottom of the third inning and a second home run at the bottom of the seventh inning. The Isotopes would win game one 8-6. The second game of the series was a slow one, with only three runs from Round Rock, which was enough to get them the win as the Isotopes got shut out. The first and second games set a similar pattern for the next four games of the series.

Comic, Sept. 8, 2025

Lobos take first rivalry game of the year

The University Of New Mexico soccer team faced off against their in-state rivals, the New Mexico State University Aggies on Sunday, Sept. 7. The Lobos entered the game all smiles, as Head Coach Heather Dyche was awarded prior to the game for her 100th win following their victory over the University of Oregon on Aug. 28.  The game would end on a high note as the Lobos pitched a shutout of the Aggies 4-0, giving Dyche her 102nd win.\\ The Lobos remain undefeated this season with a record of four wins and two ties. 

UNM showcases artwork from Garfield Middle School ‘Circle Keepers’

The University of New Mexico’s Health Science Campus is currently hosting the artwork made by students who are part of the Garfield STEM Magnet and Community Middle School “Circle Keepers.” The “Circle Keepers” are students working together to provide mentorship to their peers who may struggle with their mental health or need help navigating their personal relationships. The students volunteer their time to the club where they learn about restorative practice. Students focus on relationships and repairing harm, instead of traditional discipline which focuses on broken rules and consequences.

Students and experts reflect on changes to education after coronavirus pandemic

It has been five years since Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham told New Mexico schools to close for three weeks, which then became 13 months of isolation, forcing students and teachers to move online and participate in school solely through online tools. Jill Holtz, a behavioral health psychologist, said that paranoia about contamination and health was very common at the start of quarantine. Losing loved ones, having limited freedom at home, and moving to online school, altogether, caused great stress for many of the adolescents she worked with at the time, she said.

Grand reopening ceremony held for UNM Duck Pond; students react

On the morning of Wednesday, Sept. 3, students eagerly gathered around the refurbished University of New Mexico Duck Pond to hear from the board of administration as they unveiled the newly finished construction project. UNM pins and duck-shaped sugar cookies were given away to attendees. UNM President Garnett Stokes addressed the crowd by acknowledging the land’s indigenous history, as well as the tradition that is a result of UNM’s duck pond. “I don't think it's an overstatement to say that the Duck Pond is UNM,” Stokes said. For 50 years now, UNM’s Duck Pond has served as a spot to recharge in between classes, create memories with new friends, study, or end a long night out, Stokes said. 

Details shared on fatal dormitory shooting

On July 25, a deadly shooting occurred at the University of New Mexico’s main campus within the Casas Del Rio dormitory complex. The shooting took place in a dorm room and 5esulted in the death of 14-year-old Michael Lamotte and the injury of 19-year-old Daniel Archuleta. After an hours-long manhunt, New Mexico State Police apprehended the suspect, 18-year-old John Fuentes. As of Sunday, Sept. 7, Fuentes, who has been charged with murder in the first degree, aggravated battery, aggravated assault and tampering with evidence, is in the Bernalillo County Jail awaiting trial. On Aug. 29, UNM released 255 audio files of calls involving the UNM Police Department on the day of the shooting and a 34-page police report to the Daily Lobo.

Lobo running backs shine in win over Bengals

The ground game was on full display for the University of New Mexico Lobos football team on Saturday, Sept. 6. Running backs Scottre Humphrey, D.J. McKinney, and Damon Bankston made their presence known, giving Idaho State University Bengals problems all game. At the end of the day, the dominance of the running game was too much for the Bengals to handle as the Lobos secured a 32-22 victory and earned Head Coach Jason Eck his first win as a New Mexico Lobo. University stadium was filled with 17,639 fans, the largest crowd the Lobos have gotten for a home opener since 2018.

Thousands march in ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ rally

On Monday, Sept. 1, thousands of people gathered and marched at Civic Plaza in Downtown Albuquerque during the “Workers Over Billionaires" rally on Labor Day. Participants of all ages chanted and carried handmade signs relating to multiple issues including workers rights, immigrant rights, Palestinian rights and disapproval of the Trump administration. Neidi Dominguez, executive director of Organized Power in Numbers, said more than 3500 people attended the march. “We’re one of more than a thousand actions across the country that are saying today, everyday it should be workers over billionaires,” Dominguez said.

Guild Cinema celebrates Labor Day with ‘A Day Without a Mexican’

On Labor Day, Sept. 1, the Guild Cinema hosted a screening of Sergio Arau’s 2004 film “A Day Without a Mexican.” The film is shot in a mockumentary style, documenting a time in California where a mysterious fog made all people of Mexican descent suddenly disappear. The film follows many of the people affected by this, including a farmer missing his workforce and his best friend, the farmer’s racist son who celebrates the disappearance, to his father’s chagrin, a newscaster having a tryst with the charismatic Hispanic weather man and a woman searching for her missing husband and son while dodging questions about why her daughter has not disappeared as well.

Former Lobo Jacory Croskey-Merritt takes on the NFL

In New Mexico, Jacory Croskey-Merritt turned critics into believers. That same grit is fueling his NFL dream with the Washington Commanders. A rookie running back some believe will make noise this season, Croskey-Merritt is coming off a breakout season in 2023 at the University of New Mexico, where he rushed for 1,190 yards and 17 touchdowns in his only season with the Lobos.  Croskey-Merritt became the first Lobo to rush over 200 yards in back-to-back games, cementing his legacy.  “The thing that stood out was he was a violent runner, an explosive runner, and his efforts were extreme,” then Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach Bryant Vincent told Fox Sports.

REVIEW: ‘Jaws’ 50th anniversary brings terror and imersion

On Aug. 29, “Jaws” was rereleased in theaters for the film's 50th anniversary in Regal Winrock 16’s new 4DX theater. As a fan of horror, the ocean and new ways to experience film, I thoroughly believe that this is a thrilling way to watch the movie. A 4DX theater contains features such as moving chairs, water features, wind simulated by large fans, as well as mist, fog and on the occasion, bolts of light and confetti. Audiences are given a pair of 3D glasses to enjoy the film as if they were in it. This seems like a lot for a film, but the features fully immerses the viewer and allows them to notice the finer details.

Tribute to Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ comes to Popejoy Hall

On Saturday, Sept. 6, “Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Swift Experience” will be performed at the University of New Mexico’s Popejoy Hall. The show is a theatrical performance starring tribute artist Traci Marie, who portrays Taylor Swift. She captures the spectacle of the real thing through her costumes, signature mannerisms, live vocals, choreography, multimedia visuals and audience interaction, to create an “Eras Tour experience.”

Comic, September 1, 2025

ASUNM fails to provide notice of first fall Full Senate meeting

On Aug. 20, the Associated Students at the University of New Mexico Senate held a publicly unannounced full senate meeting prior to previously scheduled and announced committee meetings. This meeting included the passing of a bill and confirming the appointment of three new senators. This failure to alert the public to the existence and circumstances of a meeting where business regarding legislation could take place is in violation of the New Mexico Open Meetings Act, as well as the ASUNM Lawbook. The New Mexico Open Meetings Act is part of the state’s Sunshine Laws that provide statutory guidelines for conducting public meetings, and ensure that public policy is made in meetings that are open to the public where members thereof are permitted to attend and listen to the deliberations and proceedings, according to UNM School of Law and the New Mexico Department of Justice.

Deftones’ ‘Private Music,’ a safe and reliable listen

On Aug. 22, Deftones released their tenth album, titled “Private Music”. The album featured  delicately-ridged vocals by Chino Moreno that keeps the Deftones sound consistent. I am not the biggest Deftones fan, I only listen to the most popular songs such as “My Own Summer (Shove it),” “Cherry Waves” and “Entombed”. I do not think they are a terrible band, I find that they stick to their formula and have been the most prominent in their respective genres. I hope to see them switch things up in the near future. Though, after listening to “Private Music”, I find myself understanding their vision of intimacy; “Private Music” describes the journey of climbing to the top for a new phase.

Back to school Green Chile Roast supports food pantry

The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center kicked off the new semester by hosting their third annual Green Chile Roast, which took place on Tuesday, Aug. 26, and was organized by the UNM Alumni Relations Staff. The chile was provided for by Mago's Farm, a local farm in Albuquerque that roasts for UNM. Mago’s Farm frequently appears at local markets like the Downtown Growers’ Market and Rail Yards Market ABQ. The farm provides and roasts the chile on-site themselves, which is then distributed into individual orders by the alumni staff. Mago’s Farm donates all of their services to HSC in order to create more profits for the HSC food bank, Program Manager for Alumni Relations for the UNM School of Medicine, Erika Anderson, said.

Albuquerque mayoral candidates react to Keller ‘State of the City’ address

On Nov. 4, Albuquerque municipal elections will be held for city offices, including the mayor's office. There are currently seven candidates running for mayor: Mayling Armijo, Eddie Varela, Darren White, Tim Keller, Louie Sanchez, Alex Uballez and Daniel Chavez. On Aug. 23, incumbent Tim Keller hosted the annual State of the City address at the Albuquerque Biopark Botanic Garden. This State of the City address fell during an election year, with voting in Albuquerque for mayor beginning Oct. 18. Some of Keller’s challengers — Armijo, Sanchez and Uballez — shared their reaction to Keller’s address. Keller could not be reached after multiple requests for comments by the Daily Lobo.

Is Sabrina Carpenter ‘Man’s Best Friend’ on her new album?

On Friday, Aug. 29, Sabrina Carpenter released her seventh studio album, “Man’s Best Friend.” The album sticks to the fun, playful pop sound and some-what simple lyrics and rhymes that Carpenter is known for. It’s raunchy, though, not shying away from innuendo or explicitness, and building both sonically and thematically on her previous album “Short n' Sweet,” exploring sex, relationships and men. It’s strange then, that such an inoffensive pop album and generically adorable pop-star have been the center of so much discourse.