The Joe Rose Show

Wednesday’s show starts with the Miami Heat offseason, NBA load management, and the growing problem of tanking across professional sports, including examples from the Washington Wizards and past Miami Dolphins seasons under Brian Flores, along with debates about whether losing actually works as a rebuild strategy. Joe also reacts to outrage over FIFA World Cup parking prices, takes a blunt stance on rising costs, and breaks down major league expansion trends like March Madness growing to 76 teams, the College Football Playoff expanding, and the NFL continuing toward an 18th game—all framed as decisions driven by TV money rather than improving the product.Hour 3 features Dolphins GM Jon Eric Sullivan, who breaks down the Malik Willis signing, drafting Kadyn Proctor, and the team’s rebuild strategy, followed by PGA Tour pro Joel Dahmen previewing the Cadillac Championship, discussing course difficulty, no-cut strategy, and his rise through Netflix’s Full Swing. The show wraps with continued Dolphins roster talk, MLB matchups, and light humor throughout, tying together a packed day of football, basketball, golf, and sports business debate.

Hour 1 kicks off with a look at the Miami Heat offseason and a broader conversation about how tanking and load management continue to be major issues across the NBA. Joe also reacts to outrage over sky-high parking prices for the FIFA World Cup, taking a blunt “it is what it is” stance on the rising costs. The show then dives deep into the concept of tanking, revisiting the Miami Dolphins under Brian Flores and the decision to bench Josh Rosen, while also examining examples like the Washington Wizards and debating whether losing on purpose actually works as a rebuild strategy. To close the hour, Joe discusses the latest rumors surrounding Mike Vrabel, questioning if the controversy could impact his job with the New England Patriots, but ultimately predicting he’ll remain head coach next season.

Hour 2 opens with a heated debate over the expansion of NCAA March Madness to 76 teams, as Joe argues that moves like this—and the College Football Playoff growing to 12 teams—are driven more by TV money than improving the fan experience, while also pointing to trends in the NFL like a potential 18th game. The conversation shifts to controversy as Le'Veon Bell makes shocking claims about Adam Gase, sparking a discussion about their feud and reflections on coaching culture compared to legends like Don Shula. Joe then touches on the business side of sports, from massive money in college athletics and recruiting battles to major events coming to Miami, before diving into a loaded “Hollywood’s Headlines” featuring standout performances from Joel Embiid, continued dominance from LeBron James, and intrigue surrounding the Los Angeles Rams. The hour wraps with a mix of NBA playoff drama, front office storylines, and a bizarre viral moment involving a Delta Air Lines flight out of Miami.

Hour 3 begins with a deep dive into the Miami Dolphins offseason as GM Jon Eric Sullivan joins the show to discuss signing Malik Willis and selecting Kadyn Proctor at pick 12, explaining why the team views him as the best available talent and a potential immediate contributor on the offensive line. Sullivan addresses concerns about Proctor’s weight, outlines his versatility at both guard and tackle, and emphasizes the extensive scouting process behind the pick while reiterating the team’s long-term plan to build through high-upside players and added competition across the roster. The conversation expands to roster construction, including how new receivers and linebackers fit into the Dolphins’ vision, the value found in minimum contracts, and the belief that the team is still on the rise despite remaining holes. The hour then shifts to the NBA, where the discussion turns to whether the league has passed by Pat Riley and debates around contenders like the Oklahoma City Thunder, Boston Celtics, and the playoff impact of stars like LeBron James and Joel Embiid. NBA insider Brian Geltzeiler closes the hour by breaking down the Miami Heat offseason, their potential place in the Giannis sweepstakes, concerns over proposed NBA Draft lottery changes, and his take on the biggest threats in the NBA playoff race

Hour 4 kicks off with breaking news from Jon Eric Sullivan announcing that rookie Kadyn Proctor will start at left guard this season for the Miami Dolphins, a major development in their offensive line plans. The conversation then shifts to the NFL as Sullivan breaks down signing Malik Willis, the Dolphins’ draft strategy, roster competition, and the team’s focus on high-upside talent while acknowledging the work still ahead in rebuilding the roster. Later, PGA Tour pro Joel Dahmen joins to preview the Cadillac Championship, discussing the brutal course setup, no-cut format, and how it changes player strategy, while also reflecting on the impact of Full Swing and his year-round training focused on injury prevention. The hour also touches on MLB matchups featuring the Miami Marlins against the Dodgers and Phillies, with added humor as Hollywood pokes fun at Joe’s walking style.