The Drive on ESPN 93.5

11-17-20 Hour 1: Theo Steps Down in Chicago; Dave Wischnowsky

The guys discuss the change in the front office of the Cubs and Dave Wischnowsky, ESPNCU Chicago Sports Analyst, joins the show to talk about the current state of Chicago's teams. 

11/16/20 Hour 2: State of Illini hoops recruiting after another tough miss

Lon and Derek talk about TyTy Washington committing to Creighton and where Brad Underwood's staff goes from here in the 2021 class. Later, the guys discuss more Illinois football and preview Bears-Vikings.

11/16/20 Hour 1: The J Leman Hour! Breaking Down Illinois' 23-20 Win at Rutgers

Lon and Derek are joined by J Leman in studio to discuss Illinois' first win of the year at Rutgers. The guys break down Isaiah Williams' first career start and whether there should be a QB controversy with Brandon Peters coming back.

11/13/20 Hour 2: Ed Gipson (TyTy Washington's Coach); Who Ya Got: Big 10 Edition

Lon and Derek talk to Ed Gipson, who is Illinois recruiting target TyTy Washington's head coach in Arizona. Later, the guys predict this weekend's Big 10 football slate, including Illinois vs. Rutgers.

11/13/20 Hour 1: Illinois-Missouri Coin Toss Results; Illinois vs. Rutgers Breakdown

11/12/20 Hour 2: How Much is your Sports Card Worth? Mike LaTulip (Former Illini, Head Coach of TBT Team)

Michael Osacky, Certified Sports Appraiser, discusses how to tell the value of an iconic sports card. Mike LaTulip, former Illini and coach of the Illinois based TBT Team, joins the show to look into the upcoming basketball season for Brad Underwood's squad. 

11/12/20 Hour 1: The Masters; NFL Against the Spread Week 10

The guys discuss The Masters kicking off today and then give their takes on the week 10 NFL matchups against the spread. 

11/11/20 Hour 2: Brad Underwood Presser Audio; BREAKING: Braggin' Rights Is On!

The guys play 20 minutes of various Brad Underwood quotes from today's Zoom press conference, and later break the news that the Illinois-Missouri Braggin' Rights game is on!

11/11/20 Hour 1: Luke Goode Officially Signs; Updates on TyTy Washington, Recruiting

The guys discuss Illini basketball commit Luke Goode officially signing with the team today, and Derek updates the latest he's hearing on TyTy Washington and other Illini targets.

11/10/20 Hour 2: Lovie Smith Audio; NFL Week 9 Recap

We hear audio from Lovie Smith's press conference today and then the guys recap the week 9 action from the NFL. 

11/10/20 Hour 1: Potential Illini Basketball Schedule...; Jeremy Werner (Illini Inquirer)

The guys speculate about what the Illini basketball schedule could turn out to look like and Jeremy Werner of Illini Inquirer joins the show to discuss the current state of the Illinois Football team. 

11/09/20 Hour 2: Illini Hoops is in the Top 10; Lovie Smith Audio; Depressing Football Stats

The guys discuss TyTy Washington and Illinois being ranked in the AP Top 10 Preseason Poll, before diving back into Illini football with some Lovie Smith audio and some depressing stats from Trevor.

11/09/20 Hour 1: The J Leman Hour! Breaking Down Illinois' 41-14 Loss to Minnesota

J Leman joins Lon and Derek for another therapy session Monday after another embarrassing Illinois football loss, this time 41-14 at the hands of Minnesota. J touches on the state of Illinois football overall, and where he thinks they can go from here.

11/06/20 Hour 2: This Or That: Minnesota vs Illinois; Who Ya Got: B1G Edition

The guys talk all about tomorrow's matchup vs Minnesota in This Or That. Later, they give their weekend's predictions in Who Ya Got.

11/06/20 Hour 1: Illini Football; Mariah Guzman (Illini Inquirer)

The guys talk about Illini Football, and are later joined by Illini Inquirer reporter Mariah Guzman (@MariahLGuzman) to go in depth about the matchup vs. Minnesota.

11/05/20 Hour 2: Andre Curbelo, Adam Miller Zoom Audio; NFL Picks Against the Spread

11/05/20 Hour 1: Lon's Bad Beats Continue; Brit Miller (Former Illini) Joins the Show

Lon vents about his failed night of betting the MACtion, before the guys talk about Andre Curbelo and Adam Miller and their roles this season. Later, the guys chat with former Illini football player Brit Miller.

11/04/20 Hour 2: Adam Rittenberg (ESPN) talks Illini & B1G football; Mark Grote on Bears-Titans & Matt Nagy

Lon and Derek are joined by Adam Rittenberg of ESPN to break down what he's seen from Illinois and the rest of the Big Ten through the first two weeks. Later, the guys hear from Bears sideline reporter Mark Grote to preview Bears-Titans and get his take on Matt Nagy's offense.

11/04/20 Hour 1: Ryan Burns (Gopher Illustrated) previewing Illinois-Minnesota; NFL QB prospects for the Bears

Lon and Derek start the show discussing NFL QB prospects for the Chicago Bears. Later, the guys are joined by Ryan Burns of Gopher Illustrated to talk about Minnesota football's early season struggles and what he expects for Saturday's game against Illinois.

11/03/20 Hour 2: 'Let's Take A Vote' Continued, Around the NFL Week 8

The guys start the 5-hour continuing their College Basketball: 'Let's Take A Vote' segment. Which team would you most like to beat in the NCAA title game? If you could add any former Illini to this team, who would it be? Later, Lon and Derek give their thoughts on NFL Week 8.