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The Drive on ESPN 93.5

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The Drive airs weekdays 3-6pm on ESPN 93.5 in Champaign-Urbana!

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50:43

3/7/24 Hour 2: What to make of the state of college...

The Drive on ESPN 93.5 ·

2024/03/07

Lon and Derek have an in-depth discussion about the state of college basketball and if the transfer portal and NIL has gone too far. The guys share their thoughts on what the future could look like for Illinois and college basketball as a whole.

54:04

3/7/24 Hour 1: Does the Big Ten Tournament have the...

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2024/03/07

Lon and Derek share some thoughts on the Illini's loss to Purdue and if the Big Ten Tournament has lost meaning over the years. The guys also compare the Illini's resume to other teams projected to be in their same seed range.

54:55

3/6/24 Hour 2: Would a Sweet 16 berth be a great...

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2024/03/06

Derek and Kyle discuss whether or not a Sweet 16 appearance would qualify as a "great" season for Illinois. The guys also break down more of the Illini's loss to Purdue and discuss seeding possibilities in the NCAA Tournament following the loss.

54:19

3/6/24 Hour 1: Illini fall short against Purdue; Luke...

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2024/03/06

Derek and Kyle recap the Illini's 77-71 loss to Purdue and why they fell short late. Later, Illinois forward Luke Goode joins the show to share his thoughts on the game, explain why he walked on Senior Night, and discuss the team's approach heading into the postseason.

53:59

3/4/24 Hour 2: Should Underwood shake up starting...

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2024/03/04

Lon and Derek discuss whether Brad Underwood should shake up the Illini's starting lineup and start Justin Harmon over Ty Rodgers against Purdue. Later, hear from seniors Coleman Hawkins and Marcus Domask ahead of Senior Night festivities.

54:02

3/4/24 Hour 1: Domask leads Illini past Badgers in...

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2024/03/04

Lon and Derek break down the Illini's win in Madison and Marcus Domask's dominant homecoming performance back in his home state. Later, the guys discuss how Illinois can improve its seed following the win.

56:39

3/1/24 Hour 2: Will defense remain the focus for...

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2024/03/01

Derek and Joey Wagner discuss if the Illini's defensive struggles will remain the top storyline heading into March and what even small improvement could mean for their postseason chances. Later, hear from Brad Underwood as he previews Wisconsin and Isaiah Williams from the NFL Combine.

54:29

3/1/24 Hour 1: Nick Allegretti (Former Illini OL) on...

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2024/03/01

Former Illinois offensive lineman and current Chiefs guard Nick Allegretti joins the show to discuss winning his third Super Bowl and what it's been like playing for the Chiefs and with Patrick Mahomes. Later, Derek and guest co-host Joey Wagner preview the Illini's game with Wisconsin and what they can prove with a win in Madison.

54:58

2/29/24 Hour 2: What tweaks could be made defensively...

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2024/02/29

Derek and Kyle discuss if there are any defensive tweaks to be made before the postseason to improve on that end. Later, the guys talk about where Terrence Shannon Jr. stacks up nationally among two-way players.

52:53

2/29/24 Hour 1: Luke Goode on offensive explosion &...

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2024/02/29

Illinois forward Luke Goode joins the show for his weekly interview to discuss the Illini's win over Minnesota and what lies ahead to finish the regular season. Later, Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the Illini's offensive and defensive profile heading into March.

55:05

2/28/24 Hour 2: Joey Wagner (Illini Inquirer) on NFL...

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2024/02/28

Joey Wagner of Illini Inquirer joins Derek to talk about Johnny Newton and Keith Randolph's media availability at the NFL Draft Combine on Wednesday. Later, Ryan James of Gopher Illustrated fills us in on Minnesota and his thoughts on the matchup against Illinois.

59:06

2/28/24 Hour 1: Isaac Trotter (247Sports) on Illini...

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2024/02/28

Derek previews Illinois' matchup against Minnesota coming up on Wednesday night and what he's looking for. Later, Isaac Trotter of 247Sports joins the show to give his take on Illinois & how its rounding into form heading toward March. He also talks about the Ohio State coaching vacancy and whether Indiana will open up or not.

54:05

2/27/24 Hour 2: All-Big Ten Illini Killer Team;...

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2024/02/27

Lon and Derek put together an All-Big Ten Illini Killer team of active players and players throughout the Underwood era. Later, hear from Brad Underwood as he shares thoughts from his team's win over Iowa and previews the game against Minnesota.

53:39

2/27/24 Hour 1: Opt-out-filled deals going to become...

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2024/02/27

Lon and Derek discuss some MLB free agency and if Cody Bellinger's deal with opt-outs could become the new norm for high profile free agents going forward. Later, Derek shares his thoughts on Nico Moretti's breakout performance on Saturday and what his future could look like.

53:58

2/26/24 Hour 2: Cubs & Cardinals Opening Day outlook;...

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2024/02/26

Lon and Kyle talk some baseball and what the Cubs and Cardinals' roster are shaping up to be as Opening Day nears. Later, hear Brad Underwood's ESPN 93.5 interview from earlier in the morning on The Stevie Jay Show.

53:59

2/26/24 Hour 1: Cody Bellinger is back!; Illini...

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2024/02/26

Lon and Kyle discuss the big news from over the weekend of the Cubs signing Cody Bellinger to a 3-year contract. The guys also react to the Illini's 95-85 bounce back victory over Iowa and Brad Underwood's hockey line change of subs.

53:35

2/23/24 Hour 2: Sean Bock (HawkeyeInsider) talks...

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2024/02/23

Sean Bock from 247 Sports's Hawkeye Insider joins the show to share some insight into Iowa's recent hot stretch and what the matchup will look like with the Illini. Hear from Brad Underwood as he talks about holding a "Brad Underwood practice" after the team's meltdown vs Penn State.

54:56

2/23/24 Hour 1: Expecting a response from Illinois...

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2024/02/23

Derek and Kyle share their thoughts on the Illini's matchup against Iowa and if they're expecting Illinois to respond well after their late game collapse against Penn State. Later, the guys discuss what changes they hope to see defensively and which players could see their playing time cut into if things don't turn around.

54:07

2/22/24 Hour 2: Projecting the rest of the Illini's...

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2024/02/22

Lon and Derek discuss what the rest of the regular season could look like for Illinois and what it would mean for their tournament seeding. The guys also talk about which teams could cause Illinois trouble in the NCAA Tournament.

52:36

2/22/24 Hour 1: Luke Goode on meltdown vs Penn State,...

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2024/02/22

Illinois forward Luke Goode joins the show for his weekly interview to discuss the Illini's heartbreaking loss and late collapse against Penn State and how the team plans to respond. Later, Lon and Derek share their reactions to the Illini meltdown and how concerning it is for the team's outlook moving forward.

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