The Joe Rose Show

On Wednesday, the guys break down the Miami Dolphins’ blockbuster Jaylen Waddle trade to the Denver Broncos and what it means for the team’s roster and draft strategy, with Omar Kelly noting that nearly everyone could be available for the right price while Joe stresses the importance of developing recent draft picks. They dive into De’Von Achane’s future, debating whether he should get a contract extension, weighing his elite talent against durability concerns, and reacting to reports that he’s “not available” to other teams. The conversation also covers the fallout from Venezuela’s upset over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, including Aaron Judge’s disappointing performance, plus global sports talk on Lionel Messi, the FIFA World Cup coming to Miami, and the Miami Open. On top of that, they touch on the Miami Heat’s tough stretch of games ahead, roster evaluations including Chop Robinson and Christian Wilkins, and broader discussions on leadership, mental health, and how teams honor their all-time greats.

Hour 1 kicks off with breaking news as the Miami Dolphins trade Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos, a blockbuster move that signals a full rebuild and gives Miami seven picks in the top 100 of the draft. Joe and Omar debate what the move means for the Dolphins’ future, including draft strategy, roster decisions, and whether more big names could be on the move. They also discuss Venezuela’s upset over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic and discuss how it compares to the World Series. The conversation shifts to accountability within the Dolphins, with strong takes on recent draft picks needing to step up. Hour 1 also includes a thoughtful discussion on mental health in sports following comments from Oregon QB Dante Moore.

Hour 2 dives into the fallout from the World Baseball Classic as Venezuela stuns Team USA 3–2 in the championship, a result Joe calls a disappointment given the talent on the American roster . The guys debate whether the loss will stick with players long-term while also discussing the passion and national pride on display throughout the tournament. The conversation shifts to the Miami Dolphins, including whether De’Von Achane could be traded and a heated back-and-forth between Joe and Omar on whether the coaching staff actually has a defined offensive and defensive identity. They also touch on the Miami Open and a broader global sports discussion, including where the United States stacks up internationally and whether Lionel Messi deserves GOAT status.

Hour 3 features a mix of South Florida sports and big-picture debates, starting with a discussion on whether Lionel Messi deserves a statue with Inter Miami and if it should go up while he’s still playing, as Joe and Omar go back and forth on timing and legacy. The conversation shifts to the Miami Heat and their expectations with a tough stretch of games ahead. The guys then dive back into the Dolphins, continuing to evaluate the Jaylen Waddle trade, his leadership style, and whether he should’ve demanded the ball more during his time in Miami. They also debate De’Von Achane’s future, weighing his elite talent against durability concerns, while Omar emphasizes the team’s ongoing roster reset and search for new leaders.

Hour 4 dives into the latest Miami Dolphins roster moves and offseason strategy, starting with reports that De’Von Achane is “not available” to other teams—a phrase Omar Kelly suggests just means they should make a better offer. The guys debate whether Achane deserves a contract extension, with Omar cautioning against getting too attached and Joe praising his talent, all in the context of evaluating the recent Jaylen Waddle trade. The conversation expands to roster priorities and draft strategy, emphasizing the need for the Dolphins to hit on their selections, including discussions on Chop Robinson’s underperformance. Joe and Omar also touch on off-field storylines, including Christian Wilkins’ unusual absence and reports of locker room issues, while highlighting major sporting events coming to Miami like the Miami Open, Formula 1, and the World Cup