The Joe Rose Show

Hollywood, Omar Kelly, and Alex Donno fill in for Joe Rose on today’s show, diving into Miami sports from all angles. They break down the Hurricanes’ national championship run, including the semifinal win over Ole Miss, Carson Beck’s clutch performance, and the challenges of the transfer portal in today’s “wild west” recruiting landscape. The conversation shifts to the NFL, recapping Wild Card weekend highlights like the Bears’ comeback over the Packers, debating whether division winners should automatically earn playoff spots or home games, and analyzing Josh Allen and the Bills’ title chances. Chris Perkins joins to weigh in on the Dolphins’ front office and coaching search, praising new GM John Eric Sullivan, naming John Harbaugh as a top candidate, and discussing Mike McDaniel’s future. The show wraps with more coaching debate, Hurricanes championship ticket insanity, and potential head coach candidates like Kevin Stefanski, Chris Shula, and Mike Tomlin.

Hollywood, Omar Kelly, and Alex Donno fill in for Joe Rose and open Hour 1 with a breakdown of the national championship matchup between Miami and Indiana, comparing the Canes’ CFP gauntlet to Indiana’s dominant run. The guys recap Miami’s thrilling semifinal win over Ole Miss, highlighting the aggressive final drive and Carson Beck’s game-winning touchdown, while also diving into the Canes’ transfer portal outlook amid a title run. The conversation shifts to NFL Wild Card Weekend, including a wild Bears comeback and whether this could finally be the year for Josh Allen and the Bills. Hour 1 also touches on the odd college football calendar, soaring national championship ticket prices, and some lighthearted birthday talk involving Hollywood and the crew.

Hour 2 kicks off with a deep dive into Miami’s national championship matchup with Indiana, the biggest football game in the city in more than 25 years. The guys break down key matchups, including Miami’s size and elite pass rush versus Indiana’s veteran, mistake-free squad, and highlight Hoosiers QB Fernando Mendoza as a future NFL star. The conversation then turns to the transfer portal, focusing on Miami’s pursuit of QB Sam Leavitt and the debate over one-year transfer QBs versus developing freshmen in today’s “wild west” recruiting landscape. They also touch on the potential for championship celebrations, from a Canes parade to what a Dolphins Super Bowl parade might look like.

Hour 3 opens with Chris Perkins breaking down the Dolphins’ front office and coaching situation, praising new GM John Eric Sullivan while stressing the need for Miami to set high expectations—division titles and playoff wins, not just regular-season success. Perkins names John Harbaugh his top choice for head coach and weighs in on Mike McDaniel’s shortcomings, explaining why teams are still considering him for other jobs. The conversation then shifts to the NFL playoffs, including Carolina’s fight against the Rams and a debate over whether division winners should automatically earn a playoff spot or home game after the Panthers hosted a postseason game at 8-9. Hour 3 wraps with Miami Hurricanes national championship talk, the absurd ticket prices, and a discussion on McDaniel’s potential landing spots and his ties to Matt Ryan.

Hour 4 recaps the NFL playoffs, including the Bears’ dramatic comeback over the Packers and how coach Ben Johnson has helped QB Caleb Williams take a step forward. The conversation shifts to the Dolphins’ coaching search, with discussion on John Harbaugh’s likely priorities, Stephen Ross’ preference for young coaching talent, and Hollywood’s push for an experienced hire. Omar Kelly weighs in on why he doesn’t see Miami landing Harbaugh and suggests Kevin Stefanski as the most likely candidate, while also noting the challenges of the Dolphins’ job and the potential availability of Mike Tomlin if the Steelers lose tonight.