Episodes
10 hours ago
10 hours ago
Lon and Kyle share some more thoughts on the Illini's Big Ten tournament title run and where the team is at heading into the Big Dance. Later, hear from Brad Underwood, Coleman Hawkins and Marcus Domask following the championship game.
10 hours ago
10 hours ago
Lon and Kyle discuss the Illini's NCAA Tournament draw and Lon goes on a rant about Illinois constantly playing in the hardest region. Later, Derek Piper joins the show from the road to share his thoughts on the Illini's Big Ten title run and tournament matchups.
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Lon and Derek have an in-depth discussion about the state of college basketball and if the transfer portal and NIL has gone too far. The guys share their thoughts on what the future could look like for Illinois and college basketball as a whole.
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Lon and Derek share some thoughts on the Illini's loss to Purdue and if the Big Ten Tournament has lost meaning over the years. The guys also compare the Illini's resume to other teams projected to be in their same seed range.
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Derek and Kyle discuss whether or not a Sweet 16 appearance would qualify as a "great" season for Illinois. The guys also break down more of the Illini's loss to Purdue and discuss seeding possibilities in the NCAA Tournament following the loss.
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Derek and Kyle recap the Illini's 77-71 loss to Purdue and why they fell short late. Later, Illinois forward Luke Goode joins the show to share his thoughts on the game, explain why he walked on Senior Night, and discuss the team's approach heading into the postseason.
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Lon and Derek discuss whether Brad Underwood should shake up the Illini's starting lineup and start Justin Harmon over Ty Rodgers against Purdue. Later, hear from seniors Coleman Hawkins and Marcus Domask ahead of Senior Night festivities.
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Lon and Derek break down the Illini's win in Madison and Marcus Domask's dominant homecoming performance back in his home state. Later, the guys discuss how Illinois can improve its seed following the win.
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Derek and Joey Wagner discuss if the Illini's defensive struggles will remain the top storyline heading into March and what even small improvement could mean for their postseason chances. Later, hear from Brad Underwood as he previews Wisconsin and Isaiah Williams from the NFL Combine.
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Former Illinois offensive lineman and current Chiefs guard Nick Allegretti joins the show to discuss winning his third Super Bowl and what it's been like playing for the Chiefs and with Patrick Mahomes. Later, Derek and guest co-host Joey Wagner preview the Illini's game with Wisconsin and what they can prove with a win in Madison.
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Derek and Kyle discuss if there are any defensive tweaks to be made before the postseason to improve on that end. Later, the guys talk about where Terrence Shannon Jr. stacks up nationally among two-way players.
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Illinois forward Luke Goode joins the show for his weekly interview to discuss the Illini's win over Minnesota and what lies ahead to finish the regular season. Later, Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the Illini's offensive and defensive profile heading into March.
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Joey Wagner of Illini Inquirer joins Derek to talk about Johnny Newton and Keith Randolph's media availability at the NFL Draft Combine on Wednesday. Later, Ryan James of Gopher Illustrated fills us in on Minnesota and his thoughts on the matchup against Illinois.
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Derek previews Illinois' matchup against Minnesota coming up on Wednesday night and what he's looking for. Later, Isaac Trotter of 247Sports joins the show to give his take on Illinois & how its rounding into form heading toward March. He also talks about the Ohio State coaching vacancy and whether Indiana will open up or not.
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
2/27/24 Hour 2: All-Big Ten Illini Killer Team; Underwood previews Gophers
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Lon and Derek put together an All-Big Ten Illini Killer team of active players and players throughout the Underwood era. Later, hear from Brad Underwood as he shares thoughts from his team's win over Iowa and previews the game against Minnesota.
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Lon and Derek discuss some MLB free agency and if Cody Bellinger's deal with opt-outs could become the new norm for high profile free agents going forward. Later, Derek shares his thoughts on Nico Moretti's breakout performance on Saturday and what his future could look like.
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Lon and Kyle talk some baseball and what the Cubs and Cardinals' roster are shaping up to be as Opening Day nears. Later, hear Brad Underwood's ESPN 93.5 interview from earlier in the morning on The Stevie Jay Show.
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Lon and Kyle discuss the big news from over the weekend of the Cubs signing Cody Bellinger to a 3-year contract. The guys also react to the Illini's 95-85 bounce back victory over Iowa and Brad Underwood's hockey line change of subs.
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Sean Bock from 247 Sports's Hawkeye Insider joins the show to share some insight into Iowa's recent hot stretch and what the matchup will look like with the Illini. Hear from Brad Underwood as he talks about holding a "Brad Underwood practice" after the team's meltdown vs Penn State.
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the Illini's matchup against Iowa and if they're expecting Illinois to respond well after their late game collapse against Penn State. Later, the guys discuss what changes they hope to see defensively and which players could see their playing time cut into if things don't turn around.