The Drive on ESPN 93.5

08/09/21 Hour 2: Bret Bielema on Illini football scrimmage at camp; Confidence in containing Adrian Martinez?

Lon and Derek begin the hour hearing from Bret Bielema after Illini football's scrimmage at training camp on Monday and the guys discuss his comments. Later, they talk about whether the Illini defense can contain Nebraska QB Adrian Martinez this time around.

08/09/21 Hour 1: Illini basketball nonconference schedule announced; Ayo's Summer League debut

Lon and Derek begin the show talking about Ayo Dosunmu's debut in the NBA Summer League with Bulls on Monday. Later, the guys discuss the Illini basketball nonconference schedule.

08/06/21: Illini Football Preview Show Hour 2 (Defense, Special Teams, Schedule Preview)

Lon and Derek continue their Illini Football Mega-Preview, as they discuss expectations for the defense under new coordinator Ryan Walters, and then rip through every game on the schedule with Trevor.

08/06/21: Illini Football Preview Show Hour 1 (Overall Thoughts, Coaching Staff, Offense)

Lon and Derek get their Illini Football Mega-Preview underway, as they discuss Bret Bielema and expectations for Year One. Later, they rip through every offensive position, from Brandon Peters to Isaiah Williams to Luke Ford.

08/05/21 Hour 2: New Bret Bielema Audio, Trev's Ticket: NFL Futures Edition

08/05/21 Hour 1: Cubs/Cards Talk, Hunter Dickinson's Comments, George McDonald Audio

08/04/21 Hour 2: Aaron Leming (Bear Report) on Justin Fields & Bears training camp; Aaron Henry talks Illini DBs

Lon and Derek are joined by Aaron Leming of the Bear Report to discuss Justin Fields and other big storylines from Bears training camp. Later, hear from Illini defensive backs coach Aaron Henry.

08/04/21 Hour 1: Chris Widlic (CBS 4 Indy) live from Colts training camp; Laughing about Lester

Lon and Derek start the show making light of Jon Lester's forgettable debut with the Cardinals. Later, the guys are joined by Chris Widlic from CBS 4 in Indy to talk about Colts training camp.

08/03/21 Hour 2: NFL training camp news & notes; Tony Peterson & Ryan Walters audio

Lon and Derek discuss the latest happenings in the NFL, including the Colts' rash of injuries and excitement surrounding Justin Fields. Later, hear from Illini football coordinators Tony Peterson and Ryan Walters.

08/03/21 Hour 1: Illini football opens up training camp; Isaiah Williams & Bret Bielema audio

Lon and Derek talk about some of the storylines surrounding Illini football training camp. Later, hear from Isaiah Williams and Bret Bielema. 

07/30/21 Hour 2: Cody Westerlund (670 The Score) on Ayo's fit with the Bulls; Piper reports back on the draft party

Lon and Derek are joined by Cody Westerlund from 670 The Score to discuss Ayo Dosunmu's fit with the Chicago Bulls. Later, Derek shares what he saw at the draft party and he brings back audio of Ayo and his father, Quam, from after the pick was made.

07/30/21 Hour 1: Jeremy Werner on White Sox additions; Ryan Lieber (Friendly Confines Podcast) on Rizzo, Baez & Bryant trades

Lon and Derek catch up with Jeremy Werner about the White Sox and his thoughts on their trade deadline moves. Later, the guys talk with Ryan Lieber of the Friendly Confines Podcast to discuss the Cubs' deadline exodus. 

07/29/21 Hour 2: Piper in Chicago for Ayo's Draft Night; Rizzo is Leaving the Cubs...

Derek Piper joins the show from Chicago and the guys react to Rizzo leaving the Cubs for New York. 

07/29/21 Hour 1: Draft Night for Ayo; Matt Silich Previews Potential Landing Spots; Anna's Exit Interview

Lon and Trevor remember some of their favorite Ayo moments, and discuss where he might go in tonight's NBA Draft with expert Matt Silich.

07/28/21 Hour 2: Mike Mullins (AAU Wolves Coach) Talks Quinn, Schutt, Huff; Ayo's Draft Stock

Lon and Derek talk with Illinois Wolves Coach and Program Director Mike Mullins, who details their tournament win and Jalen Quinn, Jaden Schutt and Braden Huff. Later, the guys talk about where Ayo might be drafted tomorrow night.

07/28/21 Hour 1: Underwood on Ayo's Draft Night; Tim Anderson Audio; Cardinals/Cubs Talk

Lon and Derek talk about Matt Carpenter and the Cardinals' struggles, before playing Brad Underwood audio on Ayo and audio from new Illini basketball assistant coach Tim Anderson.

07/27/21 Full Show: Aaron Rodgers back to the Pack; Big 10 Divisional Realignment

The guys discuss Aaron Rodgers returning to Packers training camp and what it means for the Bears. Later, the guys create their ideal Big 10 divisions with Kansas as a realigned addition.

07/26/21 Hour 2: Rodgers reportedly returning to Green Bay; Underwood on how Kofi's return impacts Payne

Lon and Derek discuss Aaron Rodgers and the reports that he's headed back to Green Bay. Are they the biggest challenger to Tampa in the NFC? Later, hear more from Brad Underwood on Omar Payne, Austin Hutcherson and other offseason topics.

07/26/21 Hour 1: Piper reports back from AAU weekend; Underwood on how Illini got Kofi back

Lon peppers Derek with questions about what he saw on the AAU circuit in Indianapolis over the weekend. Later, hear from Brad Underwood on how the Illini went about recruiting Kofi Cockburn back to Champaign.

07/23/21 Full Show: Guest Co-Host Marlee Wierda!; Talking Media Career, Illini Football, IHSA

Lon is joined by guest co-host Marlee Wierda from WCIA 3 Sports! She details her experiences as a college athlete, sports reporter, and more. Later, they dive into expectations for this year's Illini football season.