The Joe Rose Show

Hour 1 opens with the Seahawks winning Super Bowl 60 behind a suffocating defensive performance that overwhelmed the Patriots from the start, as Seattle’s front proved far too much for rookie left tackle Will Campbell and a shaky Drake Maye. The guys break down an ugly, punt-filled game that was never really close, why Seattle’s tougher path had them more prepared, and why Minnesota may regret letting Sam Darnold walk. They also give credit to the Patriots’ defense for keeping New England within striking distance despite the lopsided feel. The conversation shifts to college football with talk of bowl games losing relevance, a potential 16-team playoff, praise for elite Miami recruit Jackson Cantwell, and Joe wraps it up with stories from a wedding weekend that was fun—but rough on the body.

The Seahawks win Super Bowl 60 behind a dominant defensive performance that overwhelmed the Patriots from the opening snap. Seattle’s front proved far too much for rookie Will Campbell and the New England offense, with Drake Maye looking timid on the biggest stage. WePatriots’ favorable path to the game. The guys discuss how Seattle’s much tougher road to the Super Bowl had them ready for the moment, why even the Rams likely would’ve handled New England with ease, and still give respect to the Patriots for their season despite the lopsided result.

The guys react to Seattle’s defensive dominance in Super Bowl 60 and argue that Minnesota clearly made a mistake moving on from Sam Darnold. While the Patriots’ defense held strong and kept the Seahawks out of the end zone for much of the night, Seattle still controlled the game from start to finish. They note it wasn’t an all-time classic Super Bowl, but that won’t matter to the champs. The conversation shifts to college football, where bowl games continue to lose relevance and the College Football Playoff could soon expand to 16 teams with a new format. Joe also praises Miami’s elite left tackle recruit Jackson Cantwell, saying he reminds him of Francis Mauigoa, and wraps the segment with a recap of a wedding weekend that was a great time—but a little tougher on the body than it used to be.

Joe makes it clear he believes the Dolphins cannot bring Tua back next season, arguing the team’s only real options are to cut him or trade him while eating part of his salary. He notes the final decision will rest with the new GM, who he expects to take full accountability for the franchise’s direction. The guys reference Leroy’s previously stated opinion that Tua should be kept and allowed to compete for the starting job in training camp, but Joe pushes back, saying Tua needs a fresh start elsewhere. They also circle back to Super Bowl 60, calling it a bit of a dud, pointing out how New England was outcoached and outplayed, and suggesting even Denver would’ve put up a better fight.

104.3 WQAM presents a collection of interviews this week from The Joe Rose Show, Tobin & Leroy, and Hochman, Crowder & Solana. Hear from Clayton McCullough, Joe Brady, Chris Perkins, Gino Torretta, Jai Lucas, and Mike Florio!