The Joe Rose Show

Hour 1 kicks off with a look at De’Von Achane’s future with the Miami Dolphins, as Joe and Hollywood debate whether the team should extend him long-term or consider trading him while his value is high, noting that Achane didn’t show up for the first day of voluntary workouts. The conversation then takes a personal turn, with Joe sharing a frustrating mall experience where a fan wouldn’t stop bothering him and his wife, forcing them to leave early and putting a damper on their day. The focus then shifts to Miami sports news, as Troy Aikman’s role in the Dolphins’ NFL Draft war room is highlighted, the Marlins squander a 2-0 lead and a strong start from Sandy Alcántara, and the Heat get blown out by the Raptors with Bam Adebayo having a rough night. Joe wraps up by discussing the possibility of a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, saying everyone on the Heat roster should be available given the reported tension between Giannis and the Bucks

The segment kicks off with a debate on De’Von Achane’s future in Miami, as Joe and Hollywood discuss whether the Dolphins should extend him long-term or explore a potential trade while his value is high. Achane didn’t show up for the first day of voluntary workouts. The conversation then takes a personal turn as Joe shares a frustrating experience from a recent mall visit, where a fan recognized him and wouldn’t stop pressing him about his sports takes. Joe explains how the interaction crossed the line, ultimately forcing him and his wife to leave early and putting a damper on their day.

The segment kicks off with news that Troy Aikman will be in the war room with the Miami Dolphins during the NFL Draft, sparking discussion about his growing influence within the organization. The focus then shifts to a rough night in South Florida sports, as the Miami Marlins blow a 2-0 lead and waste a strong start from Sandy Alcantara, while the Miami Heat get blown out by the Toronto Raptors, with Bam Adebayo struggling. That leads into a bigger-picture conversation about Miami’s future, as Joe says everyone on the roster should be available in a potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, especially with reports that the Heat and Milwaukee Bucks were close to a deal at the deadline and tensions between Giannis and the organization appear to be rising

Hour 2 kicks off with the Miami Heat struggling and appearing play-in spot bound once again a blowout loss to the Raptors, while the Marlins squander a lead thanks to Anthony Bender stepping in for paternity-leave closer Pete Fairbanks. Joe shares the story of his child’s birth, which happened during a Dolphins broadcast, before turning to De’Von Achane, who missed the first day of voluntary workouts while seeking a new contract despite being the team’s most versatile offensive weapon. The conversation then moves to Miami football, as Joe and Hollywood discuss Jason Taylor’s take on Canes prospects Akheem Mesidor and Reuben Bain, including his critique of the combine and pro day “pageants” and the importance of evaluating actual on-field tape. Hollywood’s Headlines round out the hour with Joe’s mall ambush, Vrabel/Russini speculation, the toxic Bucks situation with Giannis, a serial package thief’s arrest, and I-95 traffic closures.

Tuesday's show includes Michigan winning the men’s basketball national championship with a starting lineup built entirely through the transfer portal, prompting Joe to discuss the growing role—and risks—of transfers in college basketball and football. The conversation then shifts to the Miami Dolphins, where Joe and Hollywood break down draft strategy, offseason moves, and roster construction under Jon Eric Sullivan, including debates over whether to trade picks, target a quarterback like Ty Simpson, and evaluate offensive line needs. Kyle Crabbs joins to weigh in on Dolphins draft outlook, offensive line outlook, and key free agent signings like Jalen Tolbert and Josh Uche, while Clayton McCullough discusses Marlins resilience, standout performers, and player development strategies. The show also touches on Troy Aikman’s role as a Dolphins consultant, early-season Marlins storylines, Dolphins first-day voluntary workouts, and Joe’s lighthearted takes on golf, bowling, and South Florida rainy days.