The Joe Rose Show

It’s all Miami, all football on today’s Joe Rose Show as the Hurricanes gear up for the national championship against Indiana. The crew breaks down Miami’s journey, key matchups, X-factors, and the unexpected rise that’s brought them this far, with calls from passionate Canes fans adding excitement and perspective. They also pivot to the NFL playoffs, debating whether Josh Allen can carry the Bills and previewing other key matchups. Plus, Mike Florio joins to discuss Dolphins ownership, the head coaching search, Mike Tomlin’s next move, and college basketball gambling scandals. From championship hype to NFL analysis, this episode covers all the angles of football this weekend.

Hour 1 is all about the Miami Hurricanes gearing up for the national championship matchup with Indiana, as the guys push back on what they see as growing disrespect toward the Canes. They react to Miami being 8.5-point underdogs with a low projected point total, arguing the odds ignore Miami’s speed, size, and ability to score against quality competition. The discussion highlights Indiana’s offensive struggles versus strong defenses and why Miami has continued to prove doubters wrong all season. Fans call in to weigh in on the matchup, embrace the underdog role, and discuss key factors like officiating, coaching connections, and how the loss to SMU became the turning point in Miami’s unexpected title run.

Hour 2 features Omar Kelly joining the show as callers sound off on the Miami–Indiana national championship matchup. The crew discusses how battle-tested the Hurricanes are, why a blowout feels unlikely, and whether Indiana is truly comfortable being such a heavy favorite, especially with the game being played in Miami. Recruiting insider Larry Blustein also stops by to break down the matchup, Miami’s advantage in the trenches, and how the Canes’ run compares to the 1983 title game upset. The hour wraps with more fan reaction, including questions about the atmosphere and tailgating ahead of the championship game.

Canes Radio Analyst Don Bailey Jr. joins the show to break down Miami’s journey to the national championship and preview the key matchups against Indiana, highlighting how the Hurricanes executed Mario Cristobal’s plan and praising Indiana’s strong running game. He shares compelling quarterback stories, from Carson Beck overcoming doubt and injury to Fernando Mendoza’s rise at Indiana, and names Malachi Toney as a potential X-factor. The hour also features passionate Canes fans calling in with predictions, excitement, and personal stories, including one who thanks his wife for letting him attend the game instead of selling his tickets for thousands. A hilarious moment arises when an Indiana fan calls in confidently claiming the Hoosiers will “stomp” Miami, adding some comedy to the championship hype.

Callers weigh in with predictions for the Miami vs. Indiana national championship, keeping the fan excitement alive, while Omar breaks down NFL playoff matchups, including whether Josh Allen can carry the Bills with a lackluster supporting cast and why Bills vs. Texans is his most intriguing game. Later, Mike Florio joins to discuss Dolphins owner Stephen Ross turning down a $15 billion offer, the ongoing Dolphins head coaching search, and potential next moves for Mike Tomlin. Florio also weighs in on college gambling scandals, Brian Flores’ coaching future, and other NFL playoff storylines, giving a wide-ranging perspective on football from ownership to the field.