Episodes
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Lon and Derek share their keys to the matchup against Penn State for Illinois as they look to avoid a letdown and keep pace in the Big Ten race. Hear from Brad Underwood and Ty Rodgers as they discuss the game against the Nittany Lions, the Big Ten race and more.
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Lon and Derek share their thoughts on Illinois and Penn State playing a throwback game at Penn State's Rec Hall and what impact that could have on the game. Later, Derek discusses whether his feelings have changed in the Justin Fields/Caleb Williams debate for the Bears amid new rumors.
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Lon and Derek discuss whether they think college basketball conference tournaments have diminished in value and what their future could look like. Later, the guys whip around some sports headlines including Notre Dame's involvement in the college football video game and Blake Snell's free agency.
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Lon and Derek reminisce about some old Illini basketball teams and what it would've been like to cover them on the show. Later, the guys talk some bracketology and potential NCAA Tournament matchups for Illinois.
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Lon and Derek discuss some more Illini hoops including Justin Harmon's big impact against Maryland. Hear from Brad Underwood following his first win at Maryland as Illinois head coach. Later, the guys talk about whether Coleman Hawkins has become the Big Ten's newest villian.
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Lon and Derek break down the Illini's 85-80 victory over Maryland after years of struggles against the Terps. Later, the guys share their thoughts on this season's Big Ten Coach of the Year race and if Brad Underwood has a chance to win it.
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Derek and Kyle share some thoughts on some recent college basketball results including some surprising blowouts around the country. Later, the guys discuss some of MLB's top remaining free agents and where they could land.
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the Athletic's MLB Power Rankings heading into Spring Training. Later, Jeff Jones from the Belleville News-Democrat joins the show live from the Cardinals complex to share some updates from the start of Cardinals camp.
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Illinois forward Luke Goode joins the show for his weekly interview to recap the Illini's dominant win over Michigan, what it's like to have such a lopsided record against one program, and the team's emphasis on defense. Later, the guys discuss Ohio State firing head coach Chris Holtmann and who could be next in Columbus.
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Lon and Derek break down the Illini's blowout victory over Michigan and Brad Underwood's continued dominance over Juwan Howard. Later, the guys discuss Coleman Hawkins's impressive consistency and whether or not he's done enough to be highly drafted in the NBA Draft.
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Lon and Derek discuss the Illini's relatively flat home performance this season and the need to take care of Michigan in dominant fashion. Later, hear from Brad Underwood as he shares his thoughts following his team's late game failures against MSU and the game ahead vs the Wolverines.
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Lon and Derek discuss what the primary causes of the Illini's defensive struggles are and what some adjustments could be to improve going forward. Later, the guys share some thoughts on MLB free agency and if the Cubs or Cardinals will still be involved in the late stages.
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Derek and Kyle discuss the Illini's lackluster NCAA Tournament resume and the disappointment of squandering a Quad 1 opportunity against Michigan State. Later, the guys try to diagnose the Illini's defensive struggles and whether or not they can be fixed.
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the Super Bowl and where Patrick Mahomes's greatness at the quarterback position stacks up after leading the Chiefs to their third ring. Later, the guys discuss the Illini's late game collapse in East Lansing.
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Former Illinois defensive back Tailon Leitzsey joins the show to share some stories about being in a loaded DB room filled with future NFL players and discuss some of his work with his foundation along with local company Two Men and a Truck. Later, new Illinois TE transfer Cole Rusk talks about committing to Illinois and the year ahead.
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Lon and Kyle share some thoughts on Illinois' matchup with Michigan State and react to Wisconsin taking a stunning loss to Michigan. Later, Stephen Brooks from 247 Sports' Spartan Tailgate site joins the show to share some insight on Michigan State.
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Illinois forward Luke Goode joins the show for his weekly interview to recap the team's thrilling win against Nebraska, his cold shooting stretch and his week off before the Illini's next game. Later, hear from Bret Bielema as he discusses his team's new signee and some recent changes to his staff.
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Lon and Kyle discuss whether Illinois will ever compete in football in the Big Ten again and some ideas for a conference division that gives them a fighting chance. Later, Andy Olson from WCIA 3 joins the show to share some thoughts on the Illini and area high school basketball.
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
2/6/24 Hour 2: Matt Silich on NBA Trade Deadline, Ayo; Early Super Bowl thoughts
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
NBA expert and former Drive intern Matt Silich joins the show to share insight into the NBA Trade Deadline, the Bulls' future, and Ayo Dosunmu's continued development. Later, Lon and Kyle give some initial thoughts on the Super Bowl matchup.
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Lon and Kyle discuss some trending sports stories such as Rick Pitino's college basketball proposal and the Blackhawks-Blues winter classic gam. Later, the guys discuss which Big Ten basketball coaches are most on the hot seat.