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San Jose State's head coach Ken Niamatalolo joins Murph and Marcus on The Sports Leader to discuss the Spartans' big win over UTEP and look ahead to their matchup against Nevada. This episode is a must-listen for any college football fan, as Coach Niamatalolo shares the story of how freshman quarterback Daniel Rolovich stepped in for injured star quarterback Luke Weaver and led the team to victory.
The Spartans' defense was also a key factor in their win, holding UTEP to just 11 points and getting 11 sacks on the day. Coach Niamatalolo credits the team's defensive line and coordinator Coach Fili Moato for their impressive performance. But it wasn't just the defense that shone - the Spartans' offense also made some big plays, including a standout game from running back Viliami Teu, who earned the nickname "Juju" for his impressive skills on the field.
As the Spartans prepare to face off against Nevada this Saturday, Coach Niamatalolo talks about the challenges they'll face and how they're using last year's loss to the Wolf Pack as motivation. He also discusses the team's consistency on offense and defense, and how they're working to improve their special teams play.
Don't miss this episode of The Sports Leader for a behind-the-scenes look at the San Jose State Spartans and their journey to the Mountain West title game. Listen in for Coach Niamatalolo's insights on the team's strengths and weaknesses, and get ready for a thrilling matchup against Nevada this Saturday.
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"San Jose State Coach Ken Niumatalolo on UTEP Win, Daniel Rolovich's Breakout Performance & Nevada Preview" is an episode of Murph & Markus Podcast. Runtime 10 min. Published October 22, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.