The Drive on ESPN 93.5

05/07/20 Hour 1: Could Illinois Sit Out a Big Ten Football Season?; Dan Buffa (KDSK News) Talks Possible Pujols Return to STL

Could Big Ten Football return if not every conference team can play? The guys discuss. Dan Buffa, KDSK News, joins the show to discuss the St. Louis Cardinals and the possibilty of Pujols coming back to St. Louis. 

05/07/20 Hour 1: Are We on the Cusp of Sports Returning?; NCAA Moving in on Kansas; Kevin Wheeler (MLB Network)

The guys discuss the reality of sports returning in the near future including the MLB. Derek and Lon give their take on the latest with the Kansas Basketball investigation. Kevin Wheeler of MLB Network/Mad Dog Radio joins the show to discuss the current state of pro baseball. 

05/06/20 Hour 2: Goodman's Ranking of the Illini; Kerry Wood's 20K Game

The guys discuss the Illini's ranking in Jeff Goodman's most recent too early college basketball ranking. The guys go over the idea of Kerry Wood's 20K game being the best pitched game ever. 

05/06/20 Hour 1: Curbelo and Miller Updated 247Sports Rating; Trent Sherfield (Former Danville QB)

The guys discuss Andre Curbelo and Adam Miller's new ranking on 247Sports. Trent Sherfield, Arizona Cardinals WR and former Danville star, joins the show to discuss his football career. 

05/05/20 Hour 2: Eli Hershkovich (Betting Analyst, Action Network); Picking a KBO Team to Follow

The guys talk to Eli Hershkovich, a betting analyst and podcaster, who breaks down Illinois' odds next basketball season if Kofi and Ayo were to return, as well as his preferred sports betting strategies overall.

05/05/20 Hour 1: Preferred Pizza Cooking Experience: Rack or Sheet?; Lon's Flaming (?) Hot Takes

The guys debate what method of pizza cooking is the best, and Lon admits he never even pre-heats the oven before throwing the pizza in (the maniac). Later, Lon brings the heat with 8 hot takes, and Derek and Trevor react to them.

05/04/20 Hour 2: Next Question: Bears edition, Figuring out MLB contract situations if there's no baseball

Trevor grills Lon and Derek on Chicago Bears offseason topics including Cole Kmet's upside, the Ted Ginn Jr. signing and how the Bears stack up in the NFC North. Later, the guys take a look at the MLB contract situation during the pandemic and what happens if there is no baseball.

05/04/20 Hour 1: Illini Hoops Transfer Candidates; Don Shula Thoughts; The Last Dance Episodes 5-6

The guys talk about two Illini hoops transfer targets, Chaundee Brown and Jose Perez, and Derek gives updates on them. Later, the guys talk about last night's The Last Dance episodes and break down more about Michael Jordan's mindset and struggles.

05/01/20 Hour 2: Dennis Krause (Packers Countdown); Who Ya Got: Quarantine Edition

The guys talk to Packers Countdown's Dennis Krause (@DennisKrause1) about the Packer's draft picks and upcoming season. Later, Hans hosts Who Ya Got including fights with Pat Chambers, JLo, a Rhino, and more.

05/01/20 Hour 1: Have the Packers done enough with Aaron Rodgers? Baseball facts of the past

The guys talk about the recent NFL draft picks, as well as reminiscing on the NFL Playoffs.

04/30/20 Hour 2: Will Leitch Talks MLB and Illini; All-Time Lineup That Played for Both Cardinals/Cubs

The guys talk with Will Leitch, creator of Deadspin and current MLB.com contributor, to get his thoughts on the Cubs, Cardinals, Illini and much more! Later, the guys create an All Time roster made up of players who have played for BOTH the Cubs and Cardinals.

04/30/20 Hour 1: NCAA Not In Favor of Immediate Transfer Eligibility; All-Time Cardinals/Cubs Rosters

The guys discuss today's NCAA ruling against allowing transfers to be immediately eligible once, and what potential impact that could have on guys the Illini staff is targeting in both football and basketball. Later, Lon and Derek create an "All-Time" lineup for both the Cubs and Cardinals.

04/29/20 Hour 2: Mike Renner of PFF; The Case for Jamar Smith to Join Illini TBT Team

Mike Renner, Lead Draft Analyst for Pro Football Focus, joins the guys to discuss the draft results for the Bears, Packers, and more. The guys discuss if former Illini, Jamar Smith, has a case to join the Illini TBT team. 

04/29/20 Hour 1: Molina Future with the Cardinals?; Piper Comments on Isiah Thomas/MJ Beef

The guys discuss recent comments from Yaider Molina and his future with the Cardinals. Piper gives his thoughts about the Isiah Thomas vs. MJ beef from The Last Dance. 

04/28/20 Hour 2: Rayvonte Rice (Former Illini); Reminiscing on the Groce Era; Betiku Signs FA Deal

The guys are joined by Rayvonte Rice, who talks about his career overseas, his favorite Illini memories, and details on the upcoming Illinois Alumni TBT team he'll be apart of. Later, the guys break the news of where former Illini Uwole Betiku has signed.

04/28/20 Hour 1: Breaking Down Andre Curbelo's Rise; Illinois Football Lands Miami Transfer

The guys break down Andre Curbelo's game and how underrated he is. They play audio from ESPN's top recruiting analysts talking about how Curbelo is flying under the radar and could be the next "Cassius." Later, the guys discuss Illinois landing a Miami transfer WR and the recruiting momentum as a whole.

04/27/20 Hour 2: Recapping The Last Dance Eps 3-4; Chin Coleman (Illini Assistant Coach)

The guys talk about their favorite and most noteworthy moments from The Last Dance episodes three and four. Later, they chat with Illini basketball assistant coach Chin Coleman, who gives his thoughts on The Last Dance, Michael Jordan, Adam Miller and more!

04/27/20 Hour 1: Recapping The Bears Draft; Aaron Leming (Bear Report)

The guys discuss the Bears' 2020 NFL Draft, including strategy and pick value with guys like TE Cole Kmet. Later, Aaron Leming from the Bear Report joins the guys to give his analysis of the draft.

4/24/20 Hour 2: Adam James, Songwriter for Kenny Chesney Joins; Who Ya Got: Quarantine Edition

The guys are joined by Nashville Songwriter Adam James to talk about his latest song collaboration with Kenny Chesney. Later, Hans hosts Who Ya Got: Quarantine Edition.

4/24/20 Hour 1: NFL Draft; Next Question: NFL Draft Rd 1 Edition

The guys talk about last night's NFL Draft first round picks. Later, they do Next Question, answering the questions everybody wants to know about the Draft.