The Joe Rose Show

Thursday’s show is packed with NFL, NBA, and World Cup storylines as the Brendan Sorsby saga continues to evolve ahead of the NFL Supplemental Draft, with the guys breaking down the gambling allegations, conflicting reports between Cincinnati and Texas Tech, his draft value, and whether the Dolphins should take a chance on him. The conversation also hits Lionel Messi’s continued dominance on the World Cup stage and how his play is elevating Inter Miami and MLS, along with broader World Cup storylines and growing U.S. interest in the tournament. On the NFL side, Mike Florio joins to provide insight on Sorsby’s situation, the Supplemental Draft process, Brandon Aiyuk’s tension with the 49ers, and expectations for several quarterbacks and teams heading into the season, including the Dolphins’ outlook with Malik Willis. The show also dives into Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors and whether Miami remains in the mix, alongside broader NBA offseason debate. The day wraps with entertainment and sports media headlines, including record TV ratings, documentary projects, and major sports culture moments across the league

Hour 1 opens with the latest World Cup and golf discussion before shifting to the NBA, where the Heat remain locked into the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes. The guys debate whether Miami can actually land the former MVP, what happens if Boston beats them to the punch, and whether alternatives like Trae Young or Kawhi Leonard are worth pursuing if Giannis and Jaylen Brown are off the table. The conversation then turns to the Dolphins, including positive reports coming out of training camp about Tua Tagovailoa and a debate over who will have the most successful season with their new team: Tua, Mike McDaniel, or Jaylen Waddle. The hour also dives into the latest twists in the Brendan Sorsby saga, as NFL teams reportedly seek more information ahead of the Supplemental Draft while Cincinnati, Texas Tech, and Sorsby’s camp continue to trade blame over his gambling controversy. The guys discuss whether an NFL team will take a chance on Sorsby and if his off-field issues can realistically be managed at the professional level. Plus, they react to the Marlins' offensive explosion against the Phillies, highlighted by five home runs in a much-needed victory.

Hour 2 opens with continued discussion surrounding Brendan Sorsby and the NFL Supplemental Draft as the guys break down the latest claims from his agent, including accusations that Cincinnati knew about the gambling allegations before the controversy exploded publicly. Joe and Hollywood debate why Sorsby’s camp chose to reignite the story, whether Texas Tech simply bowed to mounting public pressure, and what kind of draft value Sorsby realistically holds despite the off-field concerns. The conversation then shifts to Messi’s incredible World Cup run and why Inter Miami must do everything possible to keep their relationship with the global superstar strong, as Joe argues Messi is the greatest player the club will ever have. Along the way, Joe shares stories about growing up hunting in Northern California and eating unusual foods like deer, bear, and wild turkey. The hour wraps with Hollywood’s Headlines, featuring surging World Cup viewership, CNN’s upcoming U.S. Soccer documentary, the 2016 Cavaliers reunion without Kyrie Irving, Ben Stiller’s new Knicks documentary project, and anticipation building for New York’s championship parade.

Hour 3 opens with Michelle Kaufman joining the show to break down the latest World Cup storylines, headlined by Lionel Messi still dominating at age 39 with a hat trick in his opening match and the ongoing debate about his place as the greatest soccer player of all time. The discussion centers on Messi’s elite winning mentality and how his calm, friendly persona off the field contrasts with a fierce competitive edge similar to legends like Michael Jordan and Serena Williams. Kaufman also touches on the tournament landscape, with Argentina among the favorites despite the challenge of back-to-back World Cups, while Germany, France, and a surging USA squad are all in the mix. The hour then shifts to NFL talk, including Brendan Sorsby’s upcoming pro day, potential Dolphins interest, and questions about his status entering the Supplemental Draft. The guys also discuss autograph culture and where the line gets crossed, before wrapping with continued Giannis trade rumors circulating across the NBA

Hour 4 opens with a debate over a list of the strongest-armed quarterbacks in NFL history, with Joe disagreeing with several selections and the guys breaking down who truly belongs in the conversation both historically and in today’s game. Mike Florio then joins to unpack the ongoing Brendan Sorsby situation, including conflicting claims between Cincinnati and Texas Tech, the gambling allegations, and what his entry into the NFL Supplemental Draft means for his future, with Florio also explaining how the process works and whether Sorsby could still carry second-round value despite the controversy. The discussion shifts to other NFL storylines, including the strained relationship between Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers, expectations for Justin Herbert and the Chargers offense under Mike McDaniel, and whether Malik Willis can succeed in Miami based on his past flashes in Green Bay. The hour wraps with broader NFL and NBA talk, including Dolphins offensive outlook questions, Heat trade buzz, and continued Giannis rumors as speculation grows over a possible pre- or post-draft move.