The Joe Rose Show

Today’s show covers a jam-packed lineup of sports and stories, starting with March Madness as Miami prepares to face Missouri, highlighting Jai Lucas’ turnaround of the Hurricanes and debating whether this new-look team can make a run. The guys break down the Miami Heat’s 16-point blown lead to the Lakers, with Luka Dončić scoring 60 and LeBron James recording a triple-double on the second night of a back-to-back, while discussing the Heat’s playoff chances and potential offseason moves. Joe shares his adventures at the Miami Open, one of his favorite events, while the conversation shifts to the Dolphins’ offseason reset, including the Jaylen Waddle trade, evaluating last year’s draft class, and why the team is betting on Malik Willis moving forward. Mike Florio joins to weigh in on Troy Aikman’s unique dual role with the Dolphins, Miami’s roster strategy, De’Von Achane’s trade availability, and running back market trends, with broader insights on the Broncos, Seahawks, and league-wide storylines.

Hour 1 kicks off with March Madness as Miami gets set to face Missouri, with the guys debating whether this new-look team and coaching staff—led by Jai Lucas—can make a run. They then react to the Miami Heat blowing a 16-point lead to the Lakers, as Luka Dončić drops 60 and LeBron James adds a triple-double, earning praise from Joe for playing and producing on the second night of a back-to-back. With the Heat now dropping three straight after a seven-game win streak, concerns start to build as they fight to avoid the play-in. The conversation shifts to the Dolphins’ offseason reset, including cleaning house, evaluating last year’s draft class, and why the team is betting on Malik Willis moving forward. The hour also includes some lighter moments from Joe’s time at the Miami Open, one of his favorite events.

Hour 2 kicks off with March Madness highlights, including High Point’s upset over Wisconsin and VCU’s comeback win over UNC, before shifting to the Miami Hurricanes football pro day and the possibility of multiple Canes being selected in the first round—and whether the Dolphins could target one of them. The conversation moves to the Miami Open, with Dave calling tennis “civilized boxing” and praising the haul Miami got back for Jaylen Waddle, while looking back at past Dolphins draft picks and the pressure to hit on this year’s selections. Joe shares his confidence in the Dolphins’ new head coach and GM as the team reshapes its roster. James Blake joins to break down the tournament, spotlighting 19-year-old João Fonseca, Daniil Medvedev’s play, evolving rivalries, and rising stars on the women’s side.

Joe and Dave break down the Miami Heat’s loss to the Lakers, where Luka Dončić dropped 60 points and LeBron James recorded a triple-double on the second night of a back-to-back. They praise both stars’ performances, reflect on LeBron’s time in Miami during the Big Three era, and discuss the Heat’s playoff chances as well as the possibility of landing a superstar this offseason. The conversation shifts to the Dolphins, with Joe stressing the importance of a strong offensive line for Malik Willis, Hyde arguing against trading De’Von Achane, and a look ahead to Miami Hurricanes’ Pro Day with multiple NFL Draft prospects. They also touch on Troy Aikman’s past criticism of the Dolphins and his consulting role this offseason.

Joe kicks off the hour with a college story about a buddy who lived by the motto “Go Ugly Early,” going after less attractive girls while others chased the obvious beauties. The conversation expands into college food hacks, as Joe, Dave, and Jamie debate cheap eats—from sneaking PB&J sandwiches and ramen noodles to tuna with mayo and cheese. The segment then shifts to the NFL, as Mike Florio joins to discuss the Dolphins’ roster moves, including the Jaylen Waddle trade, Troy Aikman’s unique dual role with the team, and the alignment between new head coach Jeff Hafley and GM Jon-Eric Sullivan. Florio also weighs in on De’Von Achane’s trade availability, the running back market, and whether Miami should consider a major contract extension for the 24-year-old star, while touching on league-wide implications for the Broncos and Seahawks.