The Drive on ESPN 93.5

11/15/22 Hour 1: Terrence Shannon goes for 30 in blowout Illini win; Underwood on Shannon’s dominance and freshmen’s progress

Lon and Derek recap an impressive performance by Illinois basketball and Terrence Shannon's big 30-point night. Brad Underwood discusses Shannon's dominant play, the progress of his freshmen, and how ready his team is to face UCLA.

11/14/22 Hour 2: Thoughts on Illini basketball thus far; Most frustrating part of the Illinois-Purdue game

Lon and Derek begin the hour talking about the most frustrating part of the Illinois-Purdue loss. Later, the guys discuss their thoughts on what Brad Underwood's squad has shown so far.

11/14/22 J LEMAN HOUR: Bummed about loss to the Boilers; Why isn’t this the same team from October?

J Leman joins the guys to give his reaction to Illini football's disappointing loss to Purdue.

11/10/22 Hour 2: Luke Goode on first game and learning from the sidelines; NFL Week 10 whip around

Luke Goode joins the show to discuss his view of the Illini's opening night win, what it's like being on the sidelines with injury, and what he expects from his guys going forward. The guys preview Week 10's slate of NFL action.

11/10/22 Hour 1: Illinois to host ring ceremony for 21-22 title team; Bielema talks Purdue

Lon and Derek discuss Illinois hosting a ring ceremony for the 2021-22 Big Ten Championship team and some familiar faces coming back to campus. Bret Bielema talks about his coordinators and previews his team's matchup with Purdue.

11/09/22 Hour 2: Who needs to step up against Purdue?; Big Ten opening night results

Lon and Derek discuss who needs to step up in order for Illinois to beat Purdue on Saturday. The guys run through results from around the Big Ten on the opening nights of the college basketball season. Shauna Green previews the Illini women's opener against LIU.

11/09/22 Hour 1: Illinois signs 3 on Signing Day; Underwood discusses signees

Lon and Derek break down Illinois signing 3 prospects on basketball signing day. Brad Underwood discusses his 3 signees and what they bring to the table.

11/08/22 Hour 2: Coleman Hawkins breakout?; Recapping NFL Week 9

Lon and Derek discuss Coleman Hawkins' big night and the potential for him to have a big season. Later, they discuss whether Illinois will bounce back against Purdue in football. The guys recap the games from NFL Week 9.

11/08/22 Hour 1: Breaking down Illinois basketball’s opening night victory over EIU

Lon and Derek discuss Illinois basketball's 87-57 victory over Eastern Illinois including the positives, negatives, and takeaways moving forward.

11/07/22 Hour 2: Consequences of bad Illini football loss; Illinois basketball tips off against EIU

Lon and Derek talk about why it's ok to be angry and frustrated about Illinois' loss against Michigan State. The guys preview Illinois basketball's season opener against Eastern Illinois and what to expect from a new team.

11/07/22 J LEMAN HOUR: Frustrations unleashed after disappointing loss to MSU; Looking ahead to Purdue

J Leman joins the guys to give his thoughts on Illinois' loss to Michigan State, as well as the path ahead and a big game against Purdue coming up.

11/04/22 Hour 2: Luke Goode in studio!; Weekend college football picks

Luke Goode stops by the studio to discuss some football, his foot surgery, and how the Illini basketball team looks heading into the season. The guys take a look at some of the top games in college football over the weekend.

11/04/22 Hour 1: Breaking down Illinois-Michigan State; Stephen Brooks (SpartanTailgate) on MSU controversy and matchup with Illini

Lon and Derek dive into the Illinois-Michigan State matchup. Stephen Brooks from 247's SpartanTailgate site joins the show to discuss Michigan State's recent scuffle with Michigan and how they match up with the Illini.

11/03/22 Hour 2: NFL Week 9 whip around; Fred Wakefield (Former Illinois DE) on Illini offensive/defensive line play and beating Michigan

The guys look ahead at the slate of NFL Week 9 action. Former Illini DE Fred Wakefield joins the show to discuss Illinois football's breakthrough and his memories of beating Tom Brady and Michigan.

11/03/22 Hour 1: Looking through preseason KenPom rankings; Bielema updates injuries and talks Spartans

Lon and Derek discuss the 2023 KenPom college basketball rankings, including where Illinois and their opponents rank. Bret Bielema discusses his team's health and preparing for Michigan State.

11/02/22 Hour 2: Kansas self-imposes laughable suspension for Self; IHSA football playoff chatter

Lon and Derek discuss Kansas basketball's self-imposed sanctions, Bill Self's four-game suspension. Later, the guys catch up with Matt Lang, who breaks down the IHSA football playoff matchups. 

11/02/22 Hour 1: Illinois debuts in College Football Playoff rankings

Lon and Derek talk about where Illinois debuted in the College Football Playoff rankings. The guys also chat about Illini basketball.

11/01/22 Hour 2: Barry Lunney on DeVito’s success; Recapping NFL Week 8

Lon and Derek discuss Illinois' continued dominance. Barry Lunney talks about Tommy DeVito's play and his offensive success. The guys recap the NFL Week 8 games from the weekend.

11/01/22 Hour 1: Crazy NFL trade deadline; Aaron Leming (Bear Report) on Bears trades and future

The guys discuss a busy NFL trade deadline and break down some of the trades that were made. Aaron Leming of 247's Bear Report joins the show to talk the Bears' trade deadline moves involving Roquan Smith and Chase Claypool and how their future shapes up.

10/31/22 Hour 2: Piper’s takeaways from Illini basketball’s exhibition game; Bielema on CFP rankings

Derek shares his thoughts on Illini basketball's exhibition game against Quincy on Friday. Later, hear from Bret Bielema on the upcoming College Football Playoff rankings and more from his Monday presser.