The Joe Rose Show

Wednesday’s show features a wide-ranging mix of Dolphins nostalgia, OTA updates, and Miami sports discussion, plus reaction to the Thunder taking Game 5 from the Spurs and continued NBA Playoffs talk throughout the day. A major theme is the passing of Dolphins legend Manny Fernandez, prompting emotional tributes, old-school stories, and guests reflecting on the undefeated 1972 team and its unique legacy. The Dolphins remain in focus with ongoing OTAs, debates about young players like De’Von Achane and Kenneth Grant, and questions about expectations for the upcoming season. The show also includes NFL and college football news surrounding Brendan Sorsby’s alleged gambling issues, a Marlins blowout loss to the Blue Jays, and TY Hilton becoming a high school head coach. In NBA and Heat talk, the crew debates whether Miami can land a superstar like Giannis, revisits the Jimmy Butler era and “breakup,” and breaks down how the Heat move forward, while the show also includes Hollywood’s Headlines covering Mahomes, broadcasting awards drama between Greg Olsen and Tom Brady, and other sports entertainment news.

Hour 1 features plenty of reflection on the passing of legendary Dolphins defensive tackle Manny Fernandez, as Joe Rose shares classic old-school Dolphins stories including wild locker room pranks and Fernandez once putting an alligator in Don Shula’s office. The crew also discusses Dolphins OTAs, young players creating buzz, Joe’s excitement for rookie tight end Will Kacmarek, and why De’Von Achane could once again lead Miami in catches despite all the uncertainty surrounding the roster. Plus, there’s reaction to the Thunder beating the Spurs in Game 5, why Joe still thinks San Antonio can force a Game 7, Vegas sweeping Colorado, concern surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby after reports of a gambling addiction, and frustration after the Marlins got blown out by Toronto.

Hour 2 features a mix of old-school Dolphins stories, current OTA drama, and NBA talk as Joe Rose shares a wild 1980s prank involving players putting Bengay in a cake that made a teammate throw up. The conversation shifts to Dolphins OTAs, where Joe reacts strongly to comments from Omar Kelly about De'Von Achane reportedly showing up a little heavy after signing his extension, while also revisiting debate around bringing back Christian Wilkins. The crew also discusses the Heat’s need for another superstar, looks back at the drama-filled Jimmy Butler era in Miami, and debates whether the organization mishandled his exit or waited too long to trade him. Plus, there’s more NBA Finals talk surrounding New York’s celebrity-filled Finals atmosphere and Hollywood’s Headlines featuring Patrick Mahomes returning to the field, Greg Olsen beating Tom Brady for a Sports Emmy, and a new soccer show hosted by Rob Gronkowski and Jameis Winston

Hour 3 opens with discussion around reports questioning De’Von Achane’s weight as he prepares to speak to the media, with Joe Rose dismissing the concern while also noting similar chatter around Dolphins first-round pick Kenneth Grant. The conversation then shifts to Miami Heat basketball as Ira Winderman joins to break down the Jimmy Butler era, calling him a “diva” at times while still acknowledging his superstar impact, and detailing how Miami could realistically assemble a package for Giannis Antetokounmpo that would likely include multiple prospects and the 13th pick. Winderman also discusses alternative star targets like Ja Morant and Kawhi Leonard, the development of Nikola Jovic and Kel’el Ware, and the stability of the Riley–Spoelstra relationship. The hour closes with NBA Playoffs talk and a broader discussion on some of the ugliest breakups in Miami sports history, including Jimmy Butler, Richie Incognito, Jalen Ramsey, and others.

Hour 4 features Dolphins legend Larry Little joining the show to reflect on the legacy of the late Manny Fernandez, calling him an underrated member of the 1972 undefeated team and sharing classic stories from the old-school Dolphins era, including the infamous alligator-in-Don Shula’s shower prank. Little also looks back on the personalities that defined those 70s and 80s teams and what made the undefeated season so special and likely unmatched in today’s NFL. The conversation continues with Joe Rose and Larry Little revisiting more Dolphins history as Joe emphasizes how important it is to appreciate the few remaining legends from that era. The hour also includes current Dolphins OTAs talk, including anticipation for Malik Willis, De’Von Achane’s expanded role after his extension, and a brief discussion on college sports gambling concerns involving Brendan Sorsby. The show wraps with NBA talk as the guys revisit whether the Heat can still land Giannis Antetokounmpo and what Miami’s next big move might look like.