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54:40

10/23/24 Hour 2: More Illinois postseason scenarios;...

The Drive on ESPN 93.5 ·

2024/10/23

Derek and Kyle continue discussing some scenarios for Illinois football the rest of the season and what a bowl win would mean for the Illini. Later, hear from Bret Bielema as he discusses turning the page from the Michigan game and his team's travel schedule heading to Eugene. The guys react to Terrence Shannon Jr. not cracking the Timberwolves' rotation.

53:54

10/23/24 Hour 1: Breaking down the rooting guide for...

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2024/10/23

Derek and Kyle discuss what Illini fans should be rooting for the rest of the season as it relates to their College Football Playoff chances. The guys also discuss what a win at Oregon would mean, AP Poll ranking and otherwise.

54:36

10/22/24 Hour 2: Who will emerge from loaded NFC...

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2024/10/22

Derek and Kyle discuss the latest injury news that puts the Caleb Williams-Jayden Daniels showdown in jeopardy and also share thoughts on who could emerge in the NFC North race. Hear from Illini defensive coordinator Aaron Henry as he talks about his defense's bounceback performance. Later, the guys react to a crazy NIL number floating around for AJ Dybantsa.

54:47

10/22/24 Hour 1: NBA is back tonight — but how much...

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2024/10/22

Derek and Kyle discuss the return of the NBA regular season and how much interest has waned with how many star players sit out. Later, the guys discuss Illinois' matchup with Oregon and their history as big underdogs.

54:47

10/21/24 Hour 2: More Illinois/Michigan thoughts;...

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2024/10/21

Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the Illinois win over Michigan and the statement it made about where Bret Bielema has taken the program. Later, hear from Bielema as he reflects on the day on Saturday and looks ahead to his team's trip to Oregon.

56:44

10/21/24 Hour 1: J LEMAN HOUR: Illini beat up...

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2024/10/21

J Leman joins the show for his weekly football hour to break down the Illini's 21-7 victory over Michigan, what it was like at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, and the opportunity that lies ahead against #1 Oregon.

56:26

10/18/24 Hour 2: College Gameday Live from Pia's!

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2024/10/18

Lon and Derek are live at Pia's Sports Bar and Grill in Champaign previewing the Illini's huge matchup against Michigan. Hans Dee also stops by for his award-winning segment "Who Ya Got?"

54:40

10/18/24 Hour 1: College Gameday Live from Pia's!

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2024/10/18

Lon and Derek are live at Pia's Sports Bar and Grill in Champaign breaking down the Illini's huge matchup with Michigan and talking with special guest, former Illini defensive end Terrell Washington!

54:17

10/17/24 Hour 2: Zach Shaw (The Michigan Insider)...

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2024/10/17

Zach Show of 247 Sports's The Michigan Insider site joins the show to share his insight on Michigan's quarterback situation and matchup against Illinois. Hear from Illini head coach Bret Bielema as he shares his final thoughts ahead of the game. Later, Derek and Kyle react to Virginia coach Tony Bennett abruptly retiring right before the season.

53:13

10/17/24 Hour 1: Previewing Illinois-Michigan; Jeremy...

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2024/10/17

Derek and Kyle preview some keys for Illinois in the matchup against Michigan and what role the environment can play on the Illini's side. Later, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner joins the show to share his thoughts on the matchup and the Illini's recent defensive struggles.

54:34

10/16/24 Hour 2: How much has second half vs Purdue...

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2024/10/16

Derek and Kyle discuss how much the Illini's alarming second half performance against Purdue has changed their confidence level heading into the matchup with Michigan. Hear from Illinois big man Morez Johnson in an interview from Media Day. Later, the guys share some Bears and NFL thoughts.

55:18

10/16/24 Hour 1: Revising our Illini hoops lineup...

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2024/10/16

Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on what the Illini basketball starting lineup and rotations could look like following the latest intel after the Butler scrimmage. Later, the guys discuss KenPom's preseason Big Ten basketball rankings.

54:42

10/15/24 Hour 2: How much NIL is Luke Altmyer going...

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2024/10/15

Lon and Derek discuss how much NIL money Luke Altmyer could command on the open market after his big season. Later, hear from offensive coordinator Barry Lunney as he shares his thoughts on his offense's 50-point explosion against Purdue.

54:04

10/15/24 Hour 1: Is the Michigan game the biggest...

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2024/10/15

Lon and Derek discuss the magnitude of Saturday's game against Michigan and what it could mean for their season. The guys also talk about whether this is the biggest home game for Illinois since 2007.

51:23

10/14/24 Hour 2: More Illinois/Purdue,...

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2024/10/14

Lon and Derek share their thoughts on how they're feeling following the Purdue win and initial thoughts about the Michigan matchup. Later, hear from Bret Bielema as he shares his thoughts coming off the win.

57:17

10/14/24 Hour 1: J LEMAN HOUR: Illini survive major...

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2024/10/14

J Leman joins Lon and Derek for his weekly football hour to break down everything that happened between Illinois and Purdue that led to an OT thriller and major scare. The guys also discuss what a win over Michigan would mean and what the Wolverines will look like.

55:02

10/11/24 Hour 2: Pipes talks Illini Basketball Media...

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2024/10/11

Derek arrives from Illini Basketball Media Day and fills us in on what stuck out about what was said at Ubben. Later, hear from Brad Underwood.

54:47

10/11/24 Hour 1: Tom Dienhart (GoldandBlack.com) on...

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2024/10/11

Lon kicks off the show with Tom Dienhart from GoldandBlack.com to preview Saturday's game between Illinois and Purdue, while also getting the Boilers' perspective on Ryan Walters.

51:14

10/10/24 Hour 2: A look into Heisman, national title...

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2024/10/10

Derek and Kyle share some thoughts on the current Heisman and National Championship odds in college football. Later, hear from head coach Bret Bielema as he discuss getting rid of NLIs and his team's upcoming game against Purdue.

54:17

10/10/24 Hour 1: Sizable line movement ahead of...

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2024/10/10

Derek and Kyle discuss a big shift in the betting spread for the Illinois-Purdue game over the last 24 hours and preview the matchup. Later, the guys take a look at a few of the biggest matchups of the weekend in college football.

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