Joe Rose Show

Joe Rose and the crew cover a busy day in South Florida sports, including the Heat introducing Klay Thompson and the latest on Tua Tagovailoa's battle with Michael Penix Jr. in Atlanta. Joe breaks down the Dolphins' rough preseason, lack of talent and historic dead-money situation, explaining why there's “no excuse” for the offensive line not to be the team's strength. Omar Kelly joins to discuss Chris Bell's expected preseason debut, injuries, roster battles and Miami's need for another backup QB. Plus, Dave Archer previews the Dolphins-Falcons matchup and the Tua-Penix battle, while the guys look ahead to the 2027 QB class, college football's ongoing eligibility chaos and the changing sports card market. Hollywood's Headlines feature GTA VI, Caitlin Clark, Bill Belichick and more, and the show wraps with fantasy football, Hollywood's Montreal stories, pickleball and the final week of Dolphins preseason

Joe and Hollywood discuss the Heat introducing Klay Thompson before diving into the latest NFL storylines, including Tua Tagovailoa's struggles in Atlanta and his battle with Michael Penix Jr. for the Falcons' starting QB job. Could Tua even be in danger of getting cut? Plus, Joe breaks down the Dolphins' rough preseason, Miami's lack of talent and historic dead-money situation, and why there's “no excuse” for the offensive line to be bad after nearly 20 years of trying to fix the position. The guys also discuss the latest college eligibility chaos after the Big Ten and SEC shut down pro athletes attempting to return to college, and recap the Marlins' bizarre extra-inning loss to the Red Sox, plus discussion about the Marlins letting go of much of their pro scouting department. The hour wraps with a conversation about the sports card market.

Joe breaks down why the Dolphins' offensive line needs to be the strength of the team and why Malik Willis' success could depend on how well the unit performs this season. Plus, the guys discuss Klay Thompson's fit with the Heat and why the NBA could be especially exciting this year. Omar Kelly joins to discuss Chris Bell's expected preseason debut, Miami's rough practice, linebacker injuries, the lack of depth across the roster and Quinn Ewers' struggles at backup QB. The hour wraps with Hollywood's Headlines, including GTA VI, Caitlin Clark's record WNBA viewership, Paul Finebaum ripping Bill Belichick and the latest fallout from the 49ers' Jed York scandal.

Falcons color analyst Dave Archer joins Joe Rose to preview Atlanta's final preseason game against the Dolphins, discussing the Falcons' depth, offensive line and the Tua Tagovailoa-Michael Penix Jr. QB battle. Plus, Joe and Hollywood break down the Heat's offseason after adding Klay Thompson, the latest WNBA drama and the growing chaos in college sports as the SEC and Big Ten block NFL players from returning to college. The guys also look ahead to the 2027 NFL Draft, debating whether the Dolphins could take a quarterback, select Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith or stick with Malik Willis as their QB of the future.

Joe and the guys get ready for the return of college football, while Joe makes it clear he has no interest in pickleball or doubles tennis. Plus, they revisit Hollywood's trip to Montreal and dive into fantasy football talk before breaking down the Dolphins' final preseason game against the Falcons. Miami is expected to make plenty of roster changes before the regular season, especially after another reportedly rough day of practice. Omar Kelly joins to discuss Chris Bell's potential preseason debut, injuries, the Dolphins' lack of depth and the backup QB situation.

Omar Kelly joins the show to break down the latest Dolphins developments, including rookie WR Chris Bell's expected preseason debut against the Falcons and Miami's rough day of practice. The guys discuss injuries at linebacker, the Dolphins signing players off the street and the surprising lack of depth even on the offensive line, which is considered the deepest unit on the roster. Plus, Omar gives his thoughts on the 53-man roster vs. practice squad and explains why Miami still needs another backup QB with Quinn Ewers struggling this preseason

Falcons color analyst Dave Archer joins Joe Rose to preview Atlanta's final preseason game against the Dolphins. Archer discusses the history between the Dolphins and Falcons, Atlanta's lack of depth and the strength of its offensive line amid a league-wide shortage of quality offensive linemen. Plus, he breaks down the Tua Tagovailoa-Michael Penix Jr. QB battle, Tua's struggles with Miami last season and his efforts to build chemistry with his new teammates in Atlanta.

Joe and Hollywood look ahead to the 2027 NFL Draft and the impressive group of quarterbacks expected to be available. The guys discuss whether the Dolphins could target a QB next year, the possibility of selecting Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith instead, and whether Malik Willis can establish himself as Miami's quarterback of the future. They also react to an early 2027 mock draft and debate what direction the Dolphins could ultimately take

Joe breaks down the Dolphins' rough preseason and the lack of talent across the roster, while emphasizing that there's no excuse for Miami's offensive line to struggle this season. After nearly 20 years of trying to fix the position, Joe believes the O-line should be the strength of the team, especially with the Dolphins carrying the most dead money in NFL history.

Hollywood's Headlines includes the anticipation surrounding Grand Theft Auto VI and Netflix preparing to air footage from the game. Plus, Caitlin Clark continues to drive record WNBA viewership amid plenty of league drama, Paul Finebaum goes after Bill Belichick and questions whether he could be fired from UNC before the season ends. The guys also joke about a Nevada company offering to train NFL players and staff on how to properly navigate prostitution following the recent scandal involving 49ers owner Jed York.

On Tuesday, Joe Rose and the crew cover a busy day in South Florida sports, starting with the Dolphins' latest roster moves ahead of their final preseason game against Atlanta. Tua Tagovailoa returns to Miami, while rookie WR Chris Bell could be ready for Week 1. Kyle Crabbs joins to break down Miami's 53-man roster, backup QB concerns and position battles, while Phil Simms discusses the Dolphins, Malik Willis, Tua and the Giants. Plus, the guys react to the bizarre situation involving 49ers owner Jed York, Deshaun Watson being named Cleveland's starter, LSU adding a player recently cut by the Browns, the growing pro-to-college talent pipeline and the latest Dolphins injury updates. The show wraps with the latest on the Marlins after their loss to the Red Sox despite a strong start from Sandy Alcantara

Joe Rose and the crew kick off the show with fantasy football talk as Hollywood returns from his trip, before reacting to the Marlins' loss to the Red Sox despite a strong start from Sandy Alcantara. The guys also discuss the Browns naming Deshaun Watson their starting QB and the bizarre legal trouble surrounding 49ers owner Jed York. Plus, Tua Tagovailoa returns to Miami for the Dolphins' final preseason game against the Falcons, while rookie WR Chris Bell could be on track for Week 1. The hour also features discussion of Miami's reported interest in Kayshon Boutte, the Dolphins' latest roster additions and LSU's Lane Kiffin embracing a new college football talent pipeline that includes players cut from NFL rosters

Joe Rose and Hollywood dive into the latest Dolphins developments, including the mystery surrounding Zeek Biggers, Chris Bell's potential return and Miami's plan to give Malik Willis every opportunity to prove he can be the answer at quarterback. The guys also discuss why talk about next year's QB draft class is already heating up. Plus, Joe and Hollywood revisit Hollywood's trip to Montreal, debate whether the Chiefs are the best team in the AFC West and react to the Chargers getting plenty of hype under new OC Mike McDaniel. Hollywood then runs through the latest headlines, including Deshaun Watson calling out Browns fans, ESPN bringing RedZone-style whiparound coverage to the US Open, million-dollar Kobe Bryant and Luka Dončić jerseys, and a study examining whether eating earlier in the day could be linked to a longer life

Kyle Crabbs joins Joe Rose to break down the Dolphins' 53-man roster, including why they can only identify 35–40 players as locks and why 5–8 spots remain wide open. They discuss Chris Bell's injury timeline, the tight end competition and Ben Sims' chances of making the team, Miami's offensive-line depth and Kyle's concerns about the backup QB situation. Plus, the guys react to the latest NFL QB news, including Deshaun Watson being named Cleveland's starter, Tua Tagovailoa's struggles in Atlanta and whether he'll play when the Dolphins face the Falcons. They also discuss the growing trend of professional athletes returning to college sports, including LSU signing a former NBA Draft prospect, and the increasingly chaotic eligibility landscape involving local judges and injunctions.

Former Giants quarterback and two-time Super Bowl champion Phil Simms joins Joe Rose to discuss the Dolphins and Giants heading into the season. Simms believes Miami's offensive line should be the team's best unit, likes what he's seen from Malik Willis and explains why he was never sold on Tua Tagovailoa. Plus, Joe breaks down the latest Dolphins injury updates, including Chris Bell potentially returning Friday and possibly being ready for Week 1, Kenneth Grant's uncertain status, Zach Sieler's expected availability and Trey Moore needing surgery. The guys also discuss whether Tua will play Friday, Miami's ongoing roster evaluations, the Dolphins potentially starting several rookies on offense and the team's massive dead-money situation.

Kyle Crabbs joins the show to break down the Dolphins' 53-man roster, including why the guys could only identify 35–40 players as locks and why Kyle believes 5–8 roster spots are still wide open. They discuss Chris Bell's injury timeline, the competition in the Dolphins' tight end room and whether Ben Sims has done enough to make the team. Plus, Kyle evaluates Miami's offensive-line depth and explains why he isn't sold on either of the Dolphins' backup quarterbacks, leaving the team in serious trouble if Malik Willis is forced to miss extended time.

Former Giants QB and two-time Super Bowl champion Phil Simms joins Joe Rose to discuss the Dolphins and Giants heading into the season. Simms believes Miami's offensive line should be the team's best unit and weighs in on whether the Dolphins should consider drafting a rookie QB after the season. He also shares his thoughts on Malik Willis, explains why he was never sold on Tua Tagovailoa and was one of the first to question whether Tua “had it.” Plus, Simms breaks down the Giants' outlook, his excitement about John Harbaugh taking over in New York, Jaxson Dart's reckless playing style and injury risk, and the Giants' selection of former Miami Hurricane OT Francis Mauigoa.

The Dolphins provide several key injury and roster updates ahead of Friday's preseason game, including the possibility of rookie WR Chris Bell making his return to action. The guys also discuss Kenneth Grant's uncertain status for the season opener, Zach Sieler's expected availability, and whether Tua Tagovailoa will play Friday. Plus, Miami continues to evaluate several positions as the roster takes shape, while Trey Moore is set to undergo surgery and Jeff Hafley hopes the young defender can return later this season.

Joe and Hollywood have some fun at 49ers owner Jed York's expense after reports of a bizarre prostitution scandal, questioning why someone with that much money would put himself in that situation. Plus, Tua Tagovailoa returns to Miami this weekend as the Dolphins face the Falcons in their final preseason game.

Joe Rose breaks down the latest Dolphins developments, including the mystery surrounding Zeek Biggers, who has looked like one of Miami's best players in practice but has yet to appear in either preseason game. Joe wonders if Biggers is dealing with a hidden injury and discusses what could be behind his absence. Plus, the guys discuss Chris Bell's potential return, the Dolphins' plan to give Malik Willis the best opportunity to succeed and why talk about next year's QB draft class is already heating up.

Joe and the guys react to LSU head coach Lane Kiffin signing a player recently cut by the Cleveland Browns, with Kiffin saying another college program would have picked him up if LSU didn't. Joe agrees with Kiffin's assessment and jokes that college football now has three major ways to build a roster: high school recruiting, the transfer portal and players getting cut from NFL teams. The guys also discuss how the explosion of money in college football has completely changed the way programs acquire talent.

Hollywood's Headlines includes a Deshaun Watson soundbite responding to Cleveland fans booing him and saying the criticism is personal. Plus, ESPN brings RedZone-style whiparound coverage to the US Open in a first for the network, a Kobe Bryant Finals jersey sells for $1.7 million and a rookie Luka Dončić jersey tops $1 million. The guys also discuss a new study linking the timing of when you eat to longevity and whether eating earlier in the day could be better for your health.

Joe Rose and Dave Hyde break down the latest Dolphins developments, including Miami's thin roster, preseason struggles and the mystery surrounding DT Zeek Biggers after his impressive training camp but surprising absence from the second preseason game. Omar Kelly joins to discuss Miami's youth movement, roster decisions, the need for a backup QB and potential additions after final cuts. Plus, the guys react to the Browns' Deshaun Watson-Shedeur Sanders QB situation, compare Watson's struggles to Tua Tagovailoa, discuss the Marlins sweeping the Nationals and honoring Tommy Hutton, dive into fantasy football drafts and dating, and preview a Miami Hurricanes team looking to contend again after reaching the National Championship last season.

Joe Rose and Dave Hyde react to the Marlins sweeping the Nationals and getting contributions from throughout the roster before turning their attention to the Dolphins' ugly preseason loss to the Giants. The guys discuss Miami's lack of talent and depth, the uncertainty surrounding the 53-man roster, the team's historic dead-money situation and why so many of the veterans signed to one-year prove-it deals have failed to make an impact. Plus, they break down the Browns' unusual QB situation with Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, including asking why Cleveland brought Watson back despite his off-field issues and poor play. The hour also features high school football talk, a discussion about the evolution of NFL kickers and some laughs at Hollywood's fantasy football trip to Montreal.

Joe Rose and Dave Hyde continue breaking down the Dolphins' thin roster, including the mystery surrounding DT Zeek Biggers, who has impressed throughout training camp but didn't play in Miami's second preseason game. The guys debate whether Miami is protecting Biggers or simply unhappy with him before discussing the team's struggles against the Giants and the likelihood of adding players after other teams make their final cuts. Dave also takes a shot at the declining newspaper business and reflects on the Dolphins' infamous 1-15 season in 2007. Plus, Omar Kelly joins the show to discuss Biggers, the Dolphins' offensive line and special teams, the likelihood that Miami moves on from many of its veteran additions in favor of younger players, the team's potential 53-man roster and why the Dolphins could struggle early but improve as the season progresses. Omar also identifies quarterbacks Miami should monitor, expects the Dolphins to add another WR and explains why preseason cuts could feel like another draft.

Joe and Dave react to the Marlins sweeping the Nationals and honor Tommy Hutton, sharing their favorite—and least favorite—baseball broadcasters and some classic stories from Hutton's career. The guys also revisit Deshaun Watson's disastrous tenure in Cleveland, including his off-field issues, declining play and the bizarre reaction from Browns fans, before debating whether Watson could go down as the worst trade in NFL history and comparing his situation to Tua Tagovailoa. Plus, the guys discuss whether Tua should step away from football, debate the best cities for fantasy football drafts, including Nashville, and get into dating apps, approaching people in person and Joe giving Jamie and Dan a hard time about their dating lives. They also touch on the Heat's addition of Klay Thompson and the Marlins' playoff chances.

Joe and Dave look ahead to the end of the preseason and the start of the regular season, discussing the Dolphins' extremely thin roster, especially on the back end, and their ugly performance against the Giants. The guys debate when Miami will begin making roster cuts and what the team can do to improve its depth and talent before Week 1. Plus, with the Miami Hurricanes' season opener at Stanford just over a week away, Joe breaks down why Miami is favored to win the ACC, the talent they've added to replace key offseason losses and whether they can build off last season's run to the National Championship. The hour also features Omar Kelly, who joins the guys to discuss Miami's young roster, Zeek Biggers, potential cuts, the need for a backup QB and why the Dolphins could improve as the season progresses

Omar Kelly joins Joe Rose and Dave Hyde to break down the Dolphins' roster decisions, including why Zeek Biggers didn't play in the second preseason game and why Miami may be keeping some of its promising young players under wraps. Omar discusses the Dolphins' offensive line, special teams and the likelihood that many of Miami's veteran additions will be cut in favor of younger players. The guys debate who will make the 53-man roster, why the Dolphins could have a rough start due to their youth and lack of talent, and why Omar expects the team to improve throughout the season. Plus, Omar says Miami needs a backup QB, names several quarterbacks the Dolphins should monitor, predicts the team will claim another WR off waivers and compares the upcoming roster cuts to another draft.

With the Miami Hurricanes' season opener at Stanford just one week away, Joe breaks down some of the players to watch, including several newcomers. The guys discuss why Miami is once again set up to be a contender and how the Canes did a good job replenishing the talent they lost in the offseason. Plus, Joe highlights Malachi Toney's work ethic and his commitment to getting extra work in, including showing up at 5 a.m. before practice

Joe and Dave Hyde break down the Dolphins' ugly preseason loss to the Giants, where Miami struggled with mistakes across the board despite many starters sitting out. The Dolphins were forced to play recently signed players and continue to look extremely thin on talent, with Joe questioning whether the roster has even 35 players truly worthy of an NFL roster spot. The guys also discuss how draft picks could get the benefit of the doubt over veterans in close roster battles, the uncertainty surrounding Miami's 53-man roster, the team's historic dead-money situation and the lack of impact so far from the veterans signed to one-year prove-it deals.

The guys react to the Browns waiving Dae'Quan Wright, allowing him to return to college football and play for LSU in a move that's virtually unprecedented. Plus, they break down Cleveland's strange quarterback situation involving Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, including the loud boos Watson received from Browns fans and his continued struggles on the field. Joe and Dave also question why Cleveland brought Watson back this season and compare his situation to Tua Tagovailoa's with the Dolphins.

Joe and Dave Hyde discuss the curious case of Dolphins DT Zeek Biggers, who has impressed throughout training camp but didn't see the field at all in Miami's second preseason game. The guys try to figure out why Biggers was held out—is Miami protecting him because of how well he's playing, or did he land in the coaching staff's doghouse? Plus, they revisit the Dolphins' lack of depth and struggles against the Giants and discuss Miami's likely plan to add players from other teams as preseason cuts begin.

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This week's Best of Dolphins episode features the biggest conversations surrounding Miami as the team prepares for the regular season. Joe Rose and the crew break down the Dolphins' rough and chippy joint practice, concerns about Miami's lack of depth and why the team may need to add more help on the back end of the roster. Plus, the guys debate whether the Dolphins should add another backup quarterback after Quinn Ewers' struggles in the preseason and discuss Miami's overall outlook and expectations for the season. Featuring Dave Hyde, Chris Perkins and Kyle Crabbs.

This week's Best of Joe Rose Show features Mike Florio breaking down the NFL's potential international expansion, the pros and cons of joint practices and several intriguing quarterback battles around the league. Joe Rose and Dave Hyde dive into the QB competition in Atlanta between former Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., with Dave delivering his blunt assessment: “Tua is DONE.” Plus, Alex Donno joins the show with the latest Miami Hurricanes updates, and the guys react to the Marlins being swept by the Phillies as Miami's playoff hopes continue to fade.

Baldy is back, this time from Florida immediately following the Giants and Dolphins joint practice and scrimmage today. He recaps the noticeable impact from Najee Harris, Jaxon Dart's development, who he believes will emerge as WR1 for the Dolphins, and more!

On Friday, Joe Rose and Dave Hyde are back with a football-heavy show, breaking down the Dolphins' heated joint practice with the Giants and Miami's struggles against New York's dominant defensive line. The guys discuss concerns surrounding the Dolphins' offensive line and lack of depth, Austin Jackson's punch after Jaylen Wright was taken to the ground, and whether joint practices have become too chippy. Former Giants Pro Bowler Leonard Marshall joins the show to discuss CTE, brain health, his days playing alongside Lawrence Taylor, Bill Parcells and winning two Super Bowls. Mike Florio also joins to discuss the future of joint practices, potential NFL international expansion, college football's eligibility chaos, the Fernando Mendoza-Kirk Cousins QB battle and conflicts of interest involving NFL broadcasters with team ownership or consulting roles. Plus, Joe and Dave look ahead to the Dolphins' preseason matchup with the Giants, Miami's need for another backup QB, the Marlins' fading playoff hopes, the Hurricanes being just two weeks away and plenty more.

Dave Hyde joins Joe Rose to break down the Dolphins' rough joint practice with the Giants, where Miami was outplayed and the Giants' defensive line dominated. The guys discuss the Dolphins' offensive-line concerns, Austin Jackson's struggles and ejection-worthy punch, the heated scrums at practice and how much teams actually get out of joint practices. Plus, Joe and Dave are fired up that football is finally back as they debate NFL QB battles, including Kirk Cousins vs. Fernando Mendoza in Las Vegas, Tua Tagovailoa's struggles in Atlanta and Dave's blunt take that “Tua is done,” as well as Deshaun Watson vs. Shedeur Sanders in Cleveland. The hour also features Dolphins talk, including Jeff Hafley joking about De'Von Achane touching the ball 40+ times, the increasingly chaotic college football eligibility landscape, the Marlins' home/road splits and why Miami may be ahead of schedule, and a look at some of the great football talent to come out of South Florida

Joe and Dave continue breaking down the Dolphins' physical joint practice with the Giants, including concerns about injuries after a chippy session and whether joint practices could eventually become a thing of the past. The guys revisit Austin Jackson's punch after Jaylen Wright was taken to the ground and discuss why players protecting their teammates can lead to things getting out of hand. Plus, they look at Miami's plans to add players when teams make their final cuts, remembering how the Dolphins found Zach Sieler during a similar roster shuffle in 2019. With Miami's depth still a major concern, Joe and Dave preview Saturday's preseason game against the Giants and debate how many starters will actually play after both teams got plenty of work in during the joint practice. Joe also compares today's obsession with Gatorade and electrolytes to his playing days, when players were drinking soda and even smoking cigarettes during practice

Former Giants Pro Bowler Leonard Marshall joins Joe Rose to discuss the impact of CTE and brain health in football, his experience playing alongside Lawrence Taylor and the Giants' tradition of dominant defenses. Marshall also reflects on Bill Parcells' coaching style, winning two Super Bowls and going back to school after his playing career, while promoting brain health training through Focus Brain Therapy. Plus, Joe and Dave revisit Hollywood's fantasy football trip to Montreal, debate destination weddings and discuss the NFL's seemingly inevitable push toward international teams and the possibility of an international division. The guys also talk about their love for the Florida Keys and why moving an NFL team overseas would be difficult in a country with such a diverse sports landscape.

Joe Rose and Dave Hyde react to the Dolphins' tough joint practice with the Giants ahead of Saturday's preseason game, while Dave reflects on his transition after 36 years at the Sun Sentinel, calling his departure a “salary cap cut.” Mike Florio joins the show to discuss the growing concerns surrounding chippy joint practices, the NFL's potential international expansion, the chaos surrounding college football eligibility, the Fernando Mendoza-Kirk Cousins QB battle in Las Vegas and the potential conflict of interest involving NFL broadcasters like Tom Brady and Troy Aikman. Plus, the guys discuss the Marlins' fading playoff hopes and whether the Dolphins should look to add another quarterback after Quinn Ewers' struggles in camp

Former Giants Pro Bowler Leonard Marshall joins Joe Rose to discuss the impact of CTE and brain health in football, including the movie Concussion and how it portrayed one of his former teammates. Marshall is promoting brain health training through Focus Brain Therapy and discusses efforts to help former football players dealing with conditions such as ALS and Parkinson's. He also reflects on playing alongside Lawrence Taylor, the Giants' tradition of dominant defenses, Bill Parcells' coaching style and his own journey back to school after football. Plus, Marshall looks back on winning two Super Bowls with the Giants.