The Drive with Lon Tay & Derek Piper ESPN 93.5

Derek and Kyle discuss Illinois forward Coleman Hawkins entering the transfer portal and how to feel about it. The guys talk about whether they view it as simply a leverage play or a true desire to head elsewhere for a fifth year of college basketball.

Derek and Kyle discuss another disappointing Cardinals series and what their plans could look like at the trade deadline if things stay on their current path. The guys also discuss Illinois basketball landing a commitment from Evansville transfer Ben Humrichous.

Derek and Kyle talk some baseball including Tyler O'Neill's resurgence with the Red Sox and if there's any regret there. Later, the guys hit on some more college hoops topics such as the role of scholarships in the NIL world and if Illinois would ever take Andre Curbelo back in a hypothetical situation.

Derek and Kyle discuss where guard should fall on the Illini's transfer portal priority left after the departure of Nico Moretti. Later, the guys share their level of concern about Illinois football following the transfer of 4-star prospect AJ Dennis amid an underwhelming offseason.

Derek and Kyle discuss Luke Goode's official commitment to Indiana and how Illini fans should feel about him leaving for a conference rival. Later, hear from Bears GM Ryan Poles on his first round draft haul of Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze.

Derek and Kyle discuss Caleb Williams officially being drafted number one overall to the Bears along with Rome Odunze at the ninth pick. The guys talk about whether Williams could finally be the answer for Bears at quarterback and what the future could look like for him.