The Joe Rose Show

Hollywood, Omar Kelly, and Alex Donno fill in for Joe Rose as the show breaks down Miami sports across the board. They debate the Dolphins’ head coaching search, unpack what went wrong with Mike McDaniel, and weigh the odds of landing big names like Mike Tomlin or John Harbaugh. Dolphins writer Kyle Crabbs joins to highlight Robert Saleh as a realistic target and shares his thoughts on Miami/Indiana in the national championship. Joe Rose also jumps in to discuss the Dolphins’ roster challenges, how Miami’s environment can be a distraction, and previews the Canes’ showdown with Indiana, emphasizing key players, the line of scrimmage, and the stakes of a clean game. Plus, the guys touch on Hurricanes basketball, college transfer drama, and the economic impact of hosting major sporting events in South Florida.

Hour 1 opens with Hollywood, Omar Kelly, and Alex Donno filling in for Joe Rose and previewing the Miami–Indiana national championship, debating whether the Hoosiers deserve to be such heavy favorites despite Miami’s advantage in the trenches and comparing QB Fernando Mendoza to Cam Ward. The conversation shifts to the NFL coaching carousel, including Mike Tomlin stepping down in Pittsburgh, whether the Dolphins make sense for him, and why Omar believes Tomlin may sit out a season while elite coaches like him and John Harbaugh control the process. The guys also break down Mike McDaniel’s recent interviews and what went wrong in Miami, with leadership issues at the center of the discussion. The hour mixes in media accountability, raw fan reactions that surface immediately during postgame shows, and some lighter moments—Hollywood’s birthday snub, grill mishaps, and frustration over absurdly expensive national championship tickets for longtime Canes fans.

Hollywood, Omar Kelly, and Alex Donno debate Mike Tomlin’s availability and whether the Dolphins should make a move, weighing the odds against landing John Harbaugh. They break down Miami’s head coaching search, critique the current candidates, and reflect on what went wrong with Mike McDaniel in Miami. The conversation shifts to college football as Ty Simpson declares for the NFL Draft instead of transferring, and Carson Beck’s $4 million valuation is discussed amid the chaotic transfer calendar. The hour closes with Eric Poms from the Orange Bowl Committee highlighting the national championship at Hard Rock Stadium, the committee’s community efforts, and the huge economic impact of hosting these games in Miami.

Dolphins writer Kyle Crabbs joins to break down Miami’s head coaching search, highlighting Robert Saleh as a realistic option and weighing in on the handling of Mike McDaniel’s firing. The conversation shifts to the Miami Hurricanes, with Omar praising Carson Beck’s playmaking and poise in the college football playoffs. The guys also preview the national championship matchup against Indiana, discuss the Canes’ hot start in basketball under Jai Lucas, and analyze Miami’s struggles in finding a transfer QB, with predictions for the next starting quarterback coming from within the program

Joe Rose joins the show to break down the Dolphins’ offseason, weighing in on the head coaching search and roster challenges that could slow Miami’s return to contention. He reflects on how Miami’s environment and off-field distractions can impact players, comparing today’s team to Dolphins squads of the past. Joe also previews the Hurricanes’ national championship matchup against Indiana, highlighting key players, the importance of the line of scrimmage, and the need for a clean game. Dolphins writer Kyle Crabbs also stops by to discuss the coaching search and share his thoughts on Miami/Indiana, rounding out a deep dive into South Florida football.