The Drive on ESPN 93.5

1/16/23 Hour 1: Illinois beats Michigan State; The Law Firm is back

Lon and Derek break down Illinois' win over Michigan State on Friday night and what it means for them. Later, the guys react to the news that Johnny Newton and Keith Randolph will return to Illinois for another season.

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1/12/23 Hour 2: Piper’s thoughts on Niccolo Moretti; Underwood previews Illinois-MSU

Lon and Derek discuss new Illini basketball commit Niccolo Moretti and what he'll bring to the program. Later, Brad Underwood looks ahead to Illinois-MSU on Friday night.

1-9-23 Hour 2: Jeremy Werner (Illini Inquirer) on Malik Elzy commitment & other offseason storylines for IL FB; Aaron Lemming (Bear Report) on No. 1 pick

Lon and Derek are joined by Jeremy Werner of Illini Inquirer to discuss Malik Elzy's commitment and other offseason storylines for Illinois football. Later, Aaron Lemming of the Bear Report discusses Chicago getting the No. 1 pick in the draft.

1/6/23 Hour 2: Luke Goode joins the show!; Skyy Clark taking personal leave from Illini basketball

Lon and Derek are joined by Luke Goode to talk about his recovery and what's up with Illinois basketball. Later, the guys discuss the news that Skyy Clark has taken a personal leave from the team.

1/5/23 Hour 2: How much criticism does Underwood deserve? Is Illinois last year’s Michigan now?

Lon and Derek discuss how much blame Brad Underwood deserves for Illinois' continuous slide against high-major competition. Later, the guys talk about whether the Illini are resembling last year's Michigan squad.

1/4/23 Hour 2: Illini TE Griffin Moore talks ReliaQuest Bowl; Underwood audio

Lon and guest co-host Jason Thompson are joined by Illini tight end Griffin Moore to talk about the ReliaQuest Bowl. Later, hear from Brad Underwood going into the Northwestern game.

1/4/23 Hour 1: Pipes joins from the road previewing Illinois-Northwestern

Lon and guest co-host Jason Thompson interview Piper from the road to get his thoughts on Illinois-Northwestern.

1/3/23 Hour 2: Lon’s take on the bowl experience & Illinois’ showing; Piper on James Brown to UNC & B1G play starting back up

Lon joins Derek to talk about his experience down in Tampa for the ReliaQuest Bowl and thoughts on Illinois' showing. Later, Derek discusses James Brown committing to North Carolina, as well as recent results in Big Ten basketball.

1/3/23 J Leman Hour: Illini fall to Miss St. in ReliaQuest, big-picture thoughts on ILL football, College Football Playoff

Derek and J discuss Illinois' 19-10 loss to Mississippi State in the ReliaQuest Bowl. The guys look ahead to the offseason and also talk about the College Football Playoff.

12/29/22 Hour 2: Keith Randolph joins the show from Tampa; Illini land QB transfer Luke Altmyer

Lon and Derek are joined by All-Big Ten defensive end Keith Randolph to get an update from Tampa. Later, the guys discuss the breaking news that Ole Miss transfer QB Luke Altmyer has committed to Illinois.

12/29/22 Hour 1: Illini gearing up for ReliaQuest Bowl; Aaron Henry officially announced as DC

Lon and Derek continue to preview the ReliaQuest Bowl and hear from Bret Bielema, who met with the media down in Tampa today. The guys also discuss Aaron Henry being officially announced as the defensive coordinator.

12/28/22 Hour 2: Bothered by bowl game opt-outs?; Underwood & Shannon audio

Lon and Derek discuss Chase Brown opting out of the ReliaQuest Bowl, as well as other Illini football storylines. Later, hear from Brad Underwood and Terrence Shannon Jr. 

12/28/22 Hour 1: Airing of grievances after Braggin’ Rights embarrassment

Lon and Derek give their thoughts on Illinois' 93-71 loss to Mizzou last week and how concerned they are about this team long term.

12/21/22 Hour 2: Matt Harris (Rock M Nation) on Braggin’ Rights & Mizzou; Piper’s prediction for ILL-MIZ

Lon and Derek are joined by Matt Harris of Rock M Nation to get a breakdown on Mizzou basketball and what to expect going into Braggin' Rights. Later, Derek gives his prediction for tomorrow night's game.

12/21/22 Hour 1: Pat Embleton (Illini FB) breaks down Bielema’s Signing Day class

Lon and Derek are joined by Pat Embleton, Executive Director of Personnel & Recruiting for Illini football, to discuss Bret Bielema's Signing Day class.

12/20/22 Hour 2: Illini add Zacharie Perrin mid-season; What’s up with Indiana?

Lon and Derek discuss the news that Zacharie Perrin is joining the Illini mid-season. Later, the guys talk about Indiana basketball's recent struggles.

12/20/22 Hour 1: Bielema receives extension; Illini TE Michael Marchese joins the show

Lon and Derek discuss Bret Bielema's pay raise and extension. Later, the guys are joined by Illini tight end Michael Marchese.

12/19/22 Hour 2: Chemistry still in flux for Illini basketball; What do you make of Mayer’s comments?

Lon and Derek discuss the interesting postgame comments after Illini basketball's win against Alabama A&M on Saturday and what to make of the current vibe around the team.