The Joe Rose Show

Thursday’s show includes reaction to Dolphins coordinators speaking about Tua Tagovailoa, discuss why Tua cannot return next season, and break down the team’s draft strategy following QB coach Nathaniel Hackett’s departure. The Panthers get a big win over the Bruins, while NBA Trade Deadline buzz heats up with the Heat in the middle of Giannis rumors and Anthony Davis traded to the Wizards. Miami Hurricanes head coach Jai Lucas joins to talk roster management, recruiting, and player development. Joe, Bokamper, and Hollywood debate their top 5 NFL quarterbacks, including Mahomes, Allen, Lamar Jackson, and surprises like Justin Herbert. Chef Andre joins from Catch & Cut with new restaurant updates, and the show also previews tonight’s intense Panthers vs. Lightning rivalry matchup.

Hour 1 opens with reaction to Dolphins coordinators addressing the media and what was said about the passing game and Tua Tagovailoa, as Joe argues Tua is untradeable and Miami must move in a different direction at quarterback. The Dolphins also lose QB coach Nathaniel Hackett to the Cardinals, creating another key vacancy on the offensive staff. The Panthers pick up a big win over the Bruins with Brad Marchand scoring the game-winner against his former team. Plus, it’s NBA Trade Deadline Day and the Heat remain in the middle of Giannis rumors as Panthers vs. Lightning tonight highlights one of the best rivalries in the state.

Hour 2 kicks off with Anthony Davis getting traded to the Wizards, sparking a look back at the Luka-for-Davis deal and whether it might be one of the worst trades in sports history. Joe draws hilarious parallels between the Dallas situation and relationship drama he’s seen firsthand, leading to a funny detour into cheating scandals, celebrity dating, and stories involving Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn. The conversation then shifts to Malachi Toney, who took over at quarterback in high school, led his team to a state championship, and made an incredible impact as a freshman at Miami, with Joe comparing him to Ohio State’s Jeramiah Smith. We wrap the hour with Hollywood’s Headlines as Kim Bokamper joins with a humorous hometown sports update, reactions to strong ratings for the Stadium Series and NBC Sunday Night Basketball, news of Gavin McKenna’s assault charge, a Lakers mascot incident, and Bokamper reminiscing about the notorious Dolphins fan “Dolfan Denny.”

Hour 3 features Miami Hurricanes head coach Jai Lucas discussing how he balances playing time on a deep roster, his recruiting wins—including a top prospect from Columbus HS—and the importance of development and retention in building the program. Joe and Kim Bokamper look back at the last time the Dolphins were in the Super Bowl, preview the matchup, and revisit the playoff weather debate. Chris Perkins joins to break down the Dolphins’ offseason, explaining why Tua cannot return, stressing the need to dominate the line of scrimmage, and outlining the team’s draft strategy. The trio debates whether Miami should draft a quarterback or focus on other roster needs and discusses the tough decision to cut Tua and manage the cap

Hour 4 kicks off with Joe, Bokamper, and Hollywood ranking their top 5 NFL quarterbacks, with all three agreeing on Mahomes, Allen, and Lamar Jackson, while debating whether Joe Burrow belongs and Joe surprises with Justin Herbert on his list. Caleb Williams just misses the cut, sparking discussion on where the young star fits among the league’s elite QBs. Chef Andre joins from Bokamper’s restaurant Catch & Cut, teasing new menu items and poking fun as a Patriots fan at Joe and Bokamper’s Dolphins loyalties. The conversation then shifts to NBA trade buzz, including Anthony Davis being traded to the Wizards and whether the Heat will make a move to shake up their roster. The hour wraps with a look ahead to the Panthers taking on their rival Tampa Bay Lightning tonight after a big win last night.