The Drive on ESPN 93.5

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. 

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

J Leman joins the guys to give his thoughts on Ryan Walters leaving for Purdue, Bret Bielema picking Aaron Henry as his new DC and other storylines surrounding the Reliaquest Bowl.

Lon and Derek are joined by Illini wing Luke Goode for his weekly segment. Later, hear from Coleman Hawkins and Brad Underwood as Illinois looks to bounce back on Saturday against Alabama A&M.

Lon and Derek are joined by Brad Evans of Bally Sports, who answers listeners' fantasy football playoffs questions and he also talks Illini.

Lon and Derek are joined by Chicago Cubs beat writer Meghan Montemurro to talk hot stove and Dansby Swanson. The guys also weigh in on Maryland's blowout loss to UCLA last night.

Lon and Derek are joined by Mississippi State beat writer Paul Jones to talk about Mike Leach and learn about the Bulldogs leading up to the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Joey Wagner from Illini Inquirer joins the show to discuss the defensive coordinator situation for Illinois and the importance of the Reliaquest Bowl for the program. The guys talk about whether they think Chase Brown will suit up and try to break the rushing record.

Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green joins the show to discuss the program's resurgence and early season success. Lon and Derek talk about the team's 9-2 start and the crazy contracts being handed out in MLB free agency.

Derek and Kyle give more reaction to Ryan Walters leaving for Purdue and discuss the brand new Illinois basketball home-and-home with Tennessee. Later, the guys recap the weekend of NFL action.

Lon and Derek discuss Ryan Walters being hired away by Purdue and what it means for Illinois going forward. Adam Rittenberg from ESPN joins the show the discuss Illinois' options to replace him and remember Coach Mike Leach of Mississippi State amidst his passing.

Lon and Derek talk about Terrence Shannon Jr.'s recent struggles and whether there's more to his injury. Later, the guys discuss Devon Witherspoon being named a first-team All-American.

Lon and Derek discuss Illinois' surprising blowout loss to Penn State on Saturday.

Luke Goode joins the show for his weekly segment to discuss the Illini's huge win over Texas in New York and an updated timeline for his recovery. Derek and Kyle talk about Matthew Mayer's importance and pick some of the weekend's Big Ten games.

Mark Brennan from 247 Sports' Lions247 site joins the show to give his insight on Penn State ahead of Saturday's game. Hear from Brad Underwood as he breaks down his team heading into the game.