The Drive with Lon Tay & Derek Piper

4/29/25 Hour 1: Piper weighs in on Stojakovic commitment; Illini's 2025-26 conference opponents released

Derek gives his take on Andrej Stojakovic committing to Illinois and how he fits with next season's Illini roster. Later, Lon, Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the Illini's 2025-26 conference opponents in basketball and how Illinois could fare.

4/28/25 Hour 2: Sean Harrington on Illini's roster construction and 25-26 outlook; NHL and NBA playoffs off to exciting starts

Former Illinois guard Sean Harrington joins the show to share his thoughts on how Brad Underwood has constructed the Illini roster this offseason and what the team could look like next season. Later, Lon and Kyle recap some exciting series in the NHL and NBA playoffs.

4/28/25 Hour 1: Andrej Stojakovic commits to Illinois; Dave Wischnowsky on Illini hoops offseason, Cubs excitement

Lon and Kyle break down the Illini landing Cal transfer Andrej Stojakovic and how important the addition is for the Illini's outlook next season. Later, former Chicago Tribune writer Dave Wischnowsky joins the show to give his take on the Stojakovic addition, the Illini's offseason and the Cubs' hot start to the season.

4/25/25 Hour 2: Aaron Leming (Bear Report) on Bears' first round pick; preview of Day 2; More NFL Draft thoughts

The Bear Report's Aaron Leming joins the show to share his thoughts on the Bears' first round pick of Colston Loveland and where he thinks the Bears should go on Day 2. Later, the guys share some more of their thoughts on the NFL Draft as a whole.

4/25/25 Hour 1: Waiting game continues for Stojakovic; Piper weighs in on Bears drafting Loveland

Lon and Derek discuss where things stand with Andrej Stojakovic as the waiting game on his official announcement continues and how highly thought of an Illini team with him on it could be. Later, the guys share their thoughts on the Bears' first round selection of Michigan tight end Colston Loveland.

4/23/25 Hour 2: Joey Wagner (Illini Inquirer) on all things Illini; Piper's take on Petrovic; Meghan Montemurro (Chicago Tribune) on Cubs' hot start

Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner joins the show to share his insight on Illini football post-spring ball, Illini basketball's international efforts, and Illini women's basketball's offseason. Derek gives his brief scouting report on Mihailo Petrovic. Later, the Chicago Tribune's Meghan Montemurro joins the show to share her thoughts on the Cubs' hot start to the season.

4/23/25 Hour 1: Cubs win another thriller, Cards continue to disappoint; How would Stojakovic fit with Illini?

Derek and Kyle discuss another Cubs thrilling victory over the Dodgers and how fun their start to the season has been offensively. They also discuss the Cardinals' early season disappointment. Later, the guys break down how Andrej Stojakovic would fit with the Illini and what they could still be missing.

4/22/25 Hour 2: More on Illini's international takeover; Altmyer squashes transfer rumors

Lon and Derek discuss more about the Illini's international recruiting dominance and whether fans could lose attachment in an all-international roster. The guys also share their thoughts on Luke Altmyer putting the recent transfer rumors to rest.

4/22/25 Hour 1: Illinois lands surprise commitment from Serbian PG Mihailo Petrovic

Lon, Derek and Kyle discuss the Illini landing a surprising commitment from another European: Serbian point guard Mihailo Petrovic and what it means for the Illini next season.

4/21/25 Hour 2: What does Illinois still need most on this roster?; Any concern over Altmyer/Tennessee rumblings?

Lon and Derek discuss what Illinois still needs to add most to its roster on the heels of potentially adding Andrej Stojakovic. Later, the guys talk about Josh McCray transferring to Georgia and give their take on the Luke Altmyer & Tennessee rumblings that have surfaced.

4/21/25 Hour 1: What should the Bears do in the NFL Draft?; Andrej Stojakovic sets visit to Illinois

Lon and Derek talk a little baseball and also discuss what the Bears' options could be in the NFL Draft. Later, the guys share their thoughts on Andrej Stojakovic officially visiting Illinois and what landing him would mean for the Illini.

4/18/25 Hour 2: Cubs/DBacks play insane game at Wrigley; Is it time for Chris Collins to take a better job?; Hummel, Collins from Kickin' Cancer event

Derek and Kyle react live to the insane finish between the Cubs and DBacks at Wrigley Field. Later, the guys discuss whether it's about time for Chris Collins to move up in the coaching world and whether they could ever see him at Illinois. Hear from Robbie Hummel and Chris Collins at Wednesday's Kickin' Cancer event.

4/18/25 Hour 1: Could the Illini maneuver two bigger splashes still this offseason? Latest on Stojakovic, Miller

Derek and Kyle discuss what the rest of the Illini offseason could look like and whether or not it'd be possible to still make two bigger splash additions. Derek shares his thoughts on where things stand with Andrej Stojakovic, Adam Miller and more.

4/17/25 Hour 2: More on big day of portal entries; Underwood shares offseason thoughts

Lon and Derek continue discussing a big day of basketball transfer portal entries and what Illinois needs to prioritize in filling out its roster. Later, hear from head coach Brad Underwood at his Kickin' Cancer event as he shares his thoughts on his program's offseason efforts.

4/17/25 Hour 1: Underwood's annual Kickin' Cancer event; A big potential target enters the portal for Illini

Lon and Derek discuss Brad Underwood's impressive group of guests at his annual Kickin' Cancer event. Later, the guys share their thoughts on a potential option for Illinois in the transfer portal who just entered.

4/16/25 Hour 2: What is Underwood's approach to this roster?; Bielema comments on McCray transfer

Lon and Derek discuss what Brad Underwood's roster approach has been to building this roster and what questions they would want to ask him about his offseason. Later, Lon and Kyle share their thoughts on Josh McCray entering the transfer portal. Hear from head coach Bret Bielema as he comments publicly on McCray's decision.

4/16/25 Hour 1: Are the Cardinals actually fun?

Lon and Derek talk some baseball and discuss whether this Cardinals team has actually become fun to watch early in the season.

4/15/25 Hour 2: How does Illinois need to spend its remaining basketball funds this offseason?; Bielema talks spring practice

Derek and Kyle discuss what's next for Illinois basketball this offseason and what their remaining spending could look like as they fill out the roster. Later, hear from head football coach Bret Bielema as he shares updates from the Illini's spring practices.

4/15/25 Hour 1: How will football & basketball handle revenue sharing once it passes?; Thoughts on Adam Miller/Illinois possibility

Derek and Kyle discuss how programs have already handled or will handle their revenue sharing funds once the House settlement passes and how it impacts Illinois. Later, the guys share their thoughts on the potential for an Adam Miller/Illinois reunion in the portal.

4/14/25 Hour 2: Jeremy Werner (Illini Inquirer) on Illini MBB latest & new FB commits; Thoughts on Nike Hoop Summit

Jeremy Werner joins the show to talk about the latest happenings with Illini basketball, as well as a pair of new commits for Bret Bielema. Later, Derek breaks down what he saw from Dame Sarr, David Mirkovic & others at the Nike Hoop Summit.