The Drive on ESPN 93.5

08/18/20 Hour 2: Illini Hoops Talk; Matt Silich

The guys speculate on who they believe will be in the starting lineup for Coach Underwood this upcoming season. 

08/18/20 Hour 1: Cubs vs Cards Double Header; Chaos in the Big Ten

The guys analyze the double header from yesterday between the Cards and Cubs and then discuss all of the communication problems with the Leaders in the Big Ten. 

08/14/20 Hour 2: Breaking Down NBA Playoff Matchups; Who Ya Got: Grab Bag Edition

The guys go through every NBA playoff matchup in both the Eastern and Western conferences, before ripping through some other random games in the NHL and MLB during this week's Who Ya Got!

08/14/20 Hour 1: Cubs Are Scorching Hot; Cardinals' Crazy New Schedule; College Hoops Bubble Thoughts

The guys discuss the Cubs' hot start to the season, and the Cardinals' crazy new schedule with tons of doubleheaders.

08/13/20 Hour 2: Gavin Good (Illini Inquirer); Chris Tamas Audio; Who Was Drafted Ahead of Mike Trout?

The guys chat with Gavin Good, who wrote about the U of I's financial struggles within the DIA due to COVID. Later, the guys hear from Chris Tamas from his Zoom call today, and then take a look at who was drafted ahead of Mike Trout.

08/13/20 Hour 1: MLB Hour- Cardinals COVID Tests; How Good Are the Cubs; Casey Boguslaw

The guys talk Cardinals positive tests, the Cubs' amazing start to the season, and more general baseball topics with Casey Boguslaw.

08/12/20 Hour 2: More Whitman and Lovie Audio; Is A Big 10 Basketball Bubble Possible?

The guys play more audio from Josh Whitman and Lovie Smith today, and discuss the feasibility of having a college basketball "bubble."

08/12/20 Hour 1: The Big 12 Moves Forward; Josh Whitman and Lovie Smith Audio From Today's Presser

The guys discuss the mixed signals being sent from different Power 5 conferences, as some cancel fall sports and others release football schedules. Later, the guys play audio from Josh Whitman and Lovie Smith from today's Zoom press conference.

08/11/20 Hour 2: Will we see college sports before a vaccine?, Lovie Smith audio

Lon and Derek discuss the future of college football and what Tuesday's announcement means for college basketball. The guys also play audio from Lovie Smith's press conference following Tuesday's practice. 

08/11/20 Hour 1: Big Ten postpones football & all fall sports, Jeremy Werner (Illini Inquirer)

Lon and Derek react to the Big Ten's decision to postpone football and all fall sports. Later, the guys are joined by Jeremy Werner of Illini Inquirer to get his reaction.

08/07/20 Hour 2: Lovie Audio on football summer camp; Who Ya Got

Lon and Trevor play audio from Lovie's interview after today's practice. Lovie talks OL strengths, update on Marquez Beason, and more. Later, Hans Dee joins for Who Ya Got where the guys predict this weekend's games.

08/07/20 Hour 1: MLB Cubs & Cards Talk; Next Question: Cubs Edition

The guys discuss starting pitchers, postponed games, and more. Later, they answer Cubs questions.

08/06/20 Hour 2: Lon's COVID Vent Session; Lovie Smith Audio; Illinois' Australian Connection

Lon and Trevor talk about the frustrating reality that COVID-19 brings with it, and if they think college football will actually happen. Later, they play audio from today's Lovie Smith Zoom presser, and talk about the team's Australian addition.

08/06/20 Hour 1: Highlights from Whitman's Zoom Call; Scott Powers (NHL, Blackhawks)

Lon and Trevor recap the Blackhawks' big win over the Oilers, and then comb over notes from Josh Whitman's 2-hour Zoom call. Later, the guys get more in-depth with hockey with The Athletic's Scott Powers.

08/05/20 Hour 2: Tom Ackerman (Cardinals, Blues); Josh Whitman Audio from BTN Interview

Lon and Trevor talk with Tom Ackerman of KMOX about the Cardinals' COVID situation and the Blues' potential for another Cup run in the NHL bubble. Later, the guys play audio from Josh Whitman's interview on BTN this morning.

08/05/20 Hour 1: Big 10 Schedule Released; Breaking Down Every Illini Game and Opponent

Lon and Trevor break down the Illinois football schedule that was released by the Big 10 today, including worst-case and best-case scenarios.

08/04/20 Hour 2: Illini hoops power hour with Ayo Dosunmu & Stephen Gentry

Lon and Derek are joined by Illini guard Ayo Dosunmu to discuss his return and improvements he's made with his game. Later, the guys talk to Illini basketball assistant coach Stephen Gentry to break down the incredible backcourt depth and what he's seen in team workouts this summer.

08/04/20 Hour 1: Yadi & DeJong test positive for COVID-19, Safe to buy the Cubs' starting pitching?

Lon and Derek start the show discussing the news that Yadier Molina, Paul DeJong and other Cardinals players have tested positive for COVID-19. Later, the guys talk with Trevor to break down the Cubs' hot start and how much he's buying into the starting rotation. 

08/03/20 Hour 2: Brad Evans; More Underwood/Ayo Audio

Brad Evans of SiriusXM joins the show to discuss the impact of Ayo and Kofi coming back. More Underwood/Ayo audio. 

08/03/20 Hour 1: Ayo and Kofi Return!!!; Brad Underwood Audio/Ayo Audio

The guys react to the huge news of Ayo and Kofi both returning for another season together in Illini uniforms. Audio from Brad Underwood and Ayo discussing his return.