The Joe Rose Show

On Thursday’s Joe Rose Show, football is officially back as the Hall of Fame Game kicks off the NFL preseason. Joe and the crew break down the latest Dolphins training camp storylines, including Austin Jackson’s injury concerns, position battles, Malik Willis’ strong play, and the biggest takeaways from Kim Bokamper and Omar Kelly. The guys also dive into Miami Hurricanes camp, Malachi Toney’s star potential, the first College Football Top 25 rankings, and the expectations surrounding the Canes this season. Plus, Hollywood’s Headlines, Hall of Fame Game talk, and Joe and Bo share classic old-school Dolphins stories, including legendary locker room pranks and memories from the 70s and 80s teams.

Hour 1 kicks off with the return of NFL football as the Hall of Fame Game officially opens the preseason. Joe Rose and the crew discuss the Dolphins still sorting out their starting lineup, why next week's joint practices with the Commanders will be Miami's first real test of training camp, and react to a bleak USA Today prediction projecting the Dolphins to finish 1-16. The guys also review the first episode of Hard Knocks, laugh about people gambling on the Hall of Fame Game, and even squeeze in a conversation about Joe's love for Cracker Barrel breakfast. Plus, they break down the first college football Top 25 rankings with Miami checking in at No. 7, debate Notre Dame's favorable path to the College Football Playoff, question the hype surrounding Bill Belichick's North Carolina program, and dive into Hurricanes training camp, highlighting Malachi Toney's star potential, Ben Congdon's impressive start, and why Miami's loaded roster has championship expectations once again.

Hour 2 focuses on the latest from Dolphins training camp as Joe Rose and Kim Bokamper discuss Austin Jackson's injury and what it could mean for Miami's offensive line heading into the season. Bokamper explains why he believes the Dolphins are in a healthier place mentally after moving on from some of the team's biggest personalities, saying the current roster is filled with players hungry to prove themselves. The guys also discuss Jonah Savaiinaea's chances of taking a big step forward in Year 2, Greg Dulcich missing practice, and why toe injuries can be more serious than many fans realize. Plus, Hollywood's Headlines features the return of ESPN's The Ocho, changes to the Triple Crown schedule, a debate about the state of horse racing, Akron football letting a fan call plays, and Joe and Bo reminiscing about how different life was for Dolphins rookies during their playing days.

Hour 3 features Omar Kelly joining Joe Rose to break down the latest from Dolphins training camp, including the rookies making an impact, Caleb Douglas' high upside despite an inconsistent camp, Juju Brents emerging in the secondary, and concerns about Kenneth Grant and Jalen Tolbert. Omar also discusses what the Dolphins should do if Austin Jackson can't stay healthy, sparking a lively debate after suggesting Jonah Savaiinaea should move to right tackle. Joe Rose and Kim Bokamper strongly disagree, continuing the discussion while breaking down Miami's biggest position battles and the wide receiver competition, where no clear No. 1 has emerged. The guys also share stories about growing up in Northern California, discuss Malik Willis' encouraging camp while Bo questions his throwing mechanics, and react to the national praise surrounding Mike McDaniel's work with the Chargers, with Bokamper wondering whether McDaniel's flashy style and personality will mesh with Jim Harbaugh

Hour 4 kicks off with the return of football as the Hall of Fame Game gets underway, including a discussion on betting the preseason opener and former Miami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck making his debut with the Cardinals. Joe Rose and Kim Bokamper then take listeners back in time with more classic Dolphins stories, sharing hilarious locker room moments, legendary pranks, and memories from the dominant Dolphins teams of the 1970s and 1980s. The guys also break down the first college football Top 25 rankings, why Miami landing at No. 7 reflects the program's rise, and how the Hurricanes' defense took a major step forward last season thanks to Corey Hetherman and Jason Taylor's impact as a coach and recruiter. Plus, Omar Kelly joins the show to discuss the latest Dolphins training camp storylines, including rookie standouts, Caleb Douglas' potential, Juju Brents' opportunity, Kenneth Grant's slow start, Austin Jackson's injury concerns, and the controversial idea of moving Jonah Savaiinaea to right tackle