The Drive on ESPN 93.5

02/14/22 Hour 2: Jim Benson (The Pantagraph) on Dan Muller Being Fired; MLB Lockout Talk

Lon and Derek are joined by The Pantagraph's Jim Benson, who details Illinois State firing Dan Muller, and what went wrong for the former ISU great. Later, the guys discuss when the MLB lockout might end, and if the Cardinals should sign Albert Pujols.

02/14/22 Hour 1: Illinois Beats Northwestern (Again); Piper on Kylan Boswell’s Visit

Lon and Derek discuss Illinois' narrow 73-66 victory over Northwestern, and what it means for the Big 10 title race going forward. Later, Derek provides the latest updates on how 5-star Champaign native Kylan Boswell's visit went.

02/11/22 Hour 2: Big Ten Basketball; Who Ya Got w/ Hans Dee

The guys talk all about Big Ten basketball standings and how Illinois compares to the competition. Later, Hans Dee hosts the award winning 'Who Ya Got' where the guys give their predictions on this weekend's biggest games, including the Super Bowl!

2/11/22 Hour 1: College Basketball; Super Bowl Preview

The guys talk about Big Ten basketball, and then preview this weekend's Super Bowl!

02/10/22 Hour 2: Trev’s Ticket: Super Bowl Edition; More James Harden Talk

Lon, Derek and Trevor break down their favorite and most insane Super Bowl props during Trev's Ticket: Super Bowl Edition. Later, hear Lon's thoughts on his Sixers acquiring James Harden.

02/10/22 Hour 1: NBA Trade Deadline Action; Tyra Perry (Illini Softball Coach) Joins the Show!

Lon and Derek discuss today's NBA trade deadline moves, most notably James Harden heading to Lon's Sixers. Later, Illini softball coach Tyra Perry joins the show to preview their upcoming season!

02/09/22 Hour 2: More Illinois-Purdue Reaction; Breaking Down Illinois’ Path to a B1G Title

Lon, Derek and Trevor continue to discuss Illinois' loss to Purdue, and what it means for their Big Ten title chances down the stretch.

02/09/22 Hour 1: Illinois Loses to Purdue 84-68; What We Saw, What It Means, What’s Next

Lon and Derek react to Illinois' disappointing 16 point loss to Purdue, and talk about what this means going forward. Later, Trevor rips off an emotional rant about the disheartening defeat.

02/08/22 Hour 2: Derek Piper Live from West Lafayette!; Brad Underwood Pregame Audio

Derek joins Trevor from the road to preview tonight's Illinois-Purdue battle, and who he think ultimately has the edge. Later, hear more audio from Brad Underwood's pre-game press conference.

02/08/22 Hour 1: Illinois vs Purdue - The Rematch; Breaking Down All Angles of the Game

Lon and Trevor preview tonight's primetime matchup between Illinois and Purdue, and what areas of Purdue's roster Illinois can exploit. Later, the guys chat about the Big Ten title race and how much of an advantage Illinois will have if they win tonight.

02/07/22 Hour 2: More Illinois-Indiana Talk; Previewing the Purdue Matchup Tomorrow

02/07/22 Hour 1: Illinois Beats Indiana 74-57, Brad Underwood Postgame Audio

Lon and Derek react to Illinois' second-half surge and win over Indiana, 74-57, and hear postgame audio from Brad Underwood.

02/04/22 Hour 2: Trevor Vallese Joins; Illini vs. Indiana Preview; Underwood Audio; Who Ya Got: B1G Basketball

Derek and Trevor preview tomorrow's Illini basketball game versus Indiana. Then, they play audio from Coach Underwood breaking down tomorrow's game. Later, Hans hosts Who Ya Got B1G Basketball Edition for the guy's predictions on this weekend's games.

02/04/22 Hour 1: Illini Basketball Talk (Wisconsin Review; Recruiting)

The guys talk about Illinois' win over Wisconsin, as well as recruiting and where the team stands in the B1G. 

2/1/22 Hour 2: College Basketball; Illini v. Wisconsin Preview

Trevor and Derek talk about the latest news in college basketball, and later preview tomorrow's Illini basketball game versus the Badgers, including Coach Underwood audio. 

2/1/22 Hour 1: Illini Basketball; Coach Underwood Audio

The guys preview the Wisconsin v. Illinois basketball game for tomorrow, including Coach Underwood audio from the press conference today.

01/31/22 Hour 2: More Illini-Northwestern Reaction; New Bears Coach Matt Eberflus Speaks

Lon and Derek continue to talk about Illinois' close win over Northwestern, including how to address Coleman Hawkins' recent struggles. Later, hear from new Bears head coach Matt Eberflus.

01/31/22 Hour 1: Illinois Survives Northwestern 59-56; Da’Monte’s Dunk, Freshmen Phenoms, and More

Lon and Derek break down Illinois' close win over Northwestern, and discuss what the performance meant for Da'Monte Williams, the group of freshmen and Brad Underwood, who spoke postgame on those players.

01/28/22 Hour 2: Previewing Illinois-Northwestern; Brad Underwood Audio; Who Ya Got

Derek and Trevor preview Illinois vs. Northwestern tomorrow from Evanston, and if Illinois can still get a road win if Kofi and Curbelo don't play. Later, hear more from Brad Underwood, and hear Derek and Trevor struggle through a Hans-less Who Ya Got.

01/28/22 Hour 1: Brad Underwood Sounds Off; Michael Fitzpatrick (Previews Northwestern)

Lon and Derek discuss Trent Frazier being snubbed from the finalist list for the Defensive Player of the Year, and play audio from Brad Underwood. Later, hear from Michael Fitzpatrick of Wildcat Report to preview the matchup against Northwestern.