Lon and Derek talk with Kevin Wheeler, who weighs in on the next steps for MLB before talking about Tom Brady's next move. Later, Derek takes us through what he thinks would've happened for Illinois if the NCAA Tournament still happened.
Lon and Derek talk about the latest NFL moves, including Tom Brady announcing he's leaving New England, Phillip Rivers signing a one-year deal with the Colts, and where the Bears go from here at the QB position.
Lon and Derek talk to Luke Smith, a Champaign kid who had his senior season at Louisville cut short due to the NCAA's cancellation of all spring sports. Later, the guys talk about and break down the DeAndre Hopkins trade with ESPN's Arizona Cardinals reporter, Josh Weinfuss.
Lon and Derek try to focus on sports in a world currently without any, as they talk about DeAndre Hopkins being traded to the Arizona Cardinals and the Bears reportedly looking to add a veteran QB. Later, the guys talk about where we go from here, and what we talk about right now, with Steve Greenberg from the Sun Times.
The guys discuss the possibility of the NCAA granting spring sport seniors another year, and play Whitman and Kent Brown audio on the recent events.
The guys discuss if the NCAA Tournament Bracket is worth releasing. Coach Underwood talks to the media about the tournament being cancelled, and players react to the tournament cancellation.
Lon and Trevor read texts and continue to share their opinions on the COVID-19 pandemic and its effect on the sports industry. Later, hear Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren's press conference from this afternoon.
Lon and Trevor react to the Coronavirus, and one of the craziest 24 hour periods in sports history.
Lon, Derek, and Trevor talk with former Illini Men's Golfer Dylan Meyer and make predictions for the Big Ten Tournament game-by-game.
Lon and Derek are joined by a Champaign Public Health Expert to talk about the severity of the Coronavirus.
Lon, Derek, and Trevor react to the NCAA Tournament announcing fans will not be in attendance at the NCAA Tournament and are later joined by a Champaign health expert to talk about how serious the Coronavirus is.
Derek and Trevor talk about Ayo's snub from the coaches All-Big 10 1st team during Drive Time, before diving into the debate of which is more entertaining: the NBA or college basketball? Later, the guys break down their favorite conference tournament odds and lines.
Derek and Trevor talk about the coronavirus and how it could affect both conference tournaments and the NCAA tournament. Later, they chat with Illini assistant coach Jamall Walker.
Brad Evans joins Lon and Derek to talk about Illinois' remaining bracket seed scenarios based on what they might do in the Big 10 Tournament. Later, the guys play more audio from Kofi Cockburn and Iowa's CJ Fredrick, who complained about Illinois "handsy" defense last night. Then, the guys hear from Wole Betiku and Dre Brown from Illini NFL Pro Day.
Lon and Derek talk about Illinois' thrilling 2-point win over Iowa 78-76, before chatting with Deon Thomas, who was on the sidelines to witness it last night (and of course has a history with Iowa). Later, they break down the All-Big 10 announcements and play Underwood and player audio.
Lon and Trevor talk with Derek, who's courtside in Columbus getting ready to watch Illinois take on the Buckeyes. Later, the guys chat about how the coronavirus is affecting sporting events during Drive Time, and then make their predictions for tonight's game.
The guys talk about all the latest sports stories of the day in Drive Time, and then discuss Illini Basketball. Later, Hans hosts a wild edition of Who Ya Got with their predictions for this weekend. At the end of the show they give their Illini vs Hawkeyes predictions.
With Derek out of the studio, Lon and Trevor give live updates of the SIU game vs. Bradley in the Missouri Valley Tournament and recap the Illini loss to Ohio State on Thursday night.
Lon and Trevor discuss which Illini big man should be put on Kaleb Wesson, and what Illinois' chances of winning tonight in Columbus are. Later, the guys chat with Todd Hefferman to preview the Missouri Valley tournament (Arch Madness) in St. Louis.
Lon and Derek talk with Dele Harding about his preparation for Illinois' Pro Day and preview the Illinois vs. Ohio State game on Thursday.
The Drive with Lon Tay and Derek Piper airs weekdays 4-6pm on ESPN 93.5 in Champaign-Urbana!
