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This week’s Best of Dolphins episode is packed with insight, analysis, and debate as the guys take a closer look at the future of the franchise under its new leadership. Kyle Crabbs joins the show to break down Miami’s biggest roster questions, including whether Chop Robinson is ready for a breakout season, the development of Jonah Savaiinaea, the Dolphins’ evolving defensive identity, and several key position battles heading into training camp. Omar Kelly also stops by to discuss the latest from minicamp, sharing his thoughts on Quinn Ewers’ impressive offseason, the Dolphins’ quarterback situation, and whether Miami is doing enough to create real competition behind center. Plus, Joe and Hollywood discuss the organization’s fresh start under a new regime, why Dolphins fans are desperate for sustained success after decades of frustration, and whether the franchise has finally moved beyond the Tua Tagovailoa era and the lingering drama that surrounded recent seasons. From roster battles and quarterback debates to the long-term direction of the team, this episode covers everything Dolphins fans need to know.

This week on Best of The Joe Rose Show, the guys break down one of the most stunning NBA Finals games ever as the Knicks complete a historic 29-point comeback against the Spurs, sparking debate over De’Aaron Fox’s late-game mistakes and whether San Antonio can recover from the collapse. Miami Heat insider Ira Winderman joins the show to discuss the growing Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors, potential competition from the Celtics, and what a blockbuster move could mean for the Heat’s future. The college football world is also buzzing as Joe sounds off on Texas Tech and the Brendan Sorsby controversy, while Mike Florio weighs in on the fallout, calling it a defining moment for the future of NIL and player movement. Plus, the latest on Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson, Patrick Mahomes’ massive contract extension, World Cup storylines, Marlins baseball, Dolphins discussion, and much more from a packed week on South Florida’s longest-running sports talk show.

Friday’s show is packed with major headlines across the sports world as the guys dive into everything from college football controversy to the latest NFL and NBA Finals buzz. Mike Florio joins the show to break down the Brendan Sorsby situation at Texas Tech and the fallout from what he calls a “thunderbolt moment” in college athletics, explaining why he still expects Sorsby to play this season and how schools are now pushing the boundaries in a rapidly evolving system. The conversation also shifts to the ongoing Bill Belichick–Jordon Hudson situation at UNC, Patrick Mahomes’ massive new contract extension, and the growing pressure on Josh Allen and the Bills heading into the season, along with where the Patriots stand in their pursuit of relevance. Plus, World Cup talk as Team USA opens play, NBA Finals chatter with the Knicks on the verge of closing out the Spurs, Stanley Cup Final Game 6 on deck, and the Marlins continuing their hot stretch as they push back toward .500 in a loaded Friday sports slate.

Hour 1 opens with discussion on the growing scrutiny athletes face in the media, sparked by the backlash surrounding De’Aaron Fox after his Game 4 performance in the NBA Finals and what to expect heading into Game 5 between the Knicks and Spurs. The guys also highlight the Marlins’ continued surge as they’ve now won 9 of their last 10 games and completed a sweep of the Diamondbacks, with Otto Lopez continuing to be a key contributor. The conversation then shifts to the pressures placed on sons of legendary athletes as they try to carve out their own careers, before diving into the latest Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors with Miami emerging as a serious potential landing spot and Boston also reportedly in the mix. Joe believes the Bucks are already sitting on a strong offer from the Heat but are waiting for an even bigger deal to surface, keeping the league-wide speculation alive. The hour also includes light moments with Hollywood’s weather report leading into a story about dealing with the South Florida heat and the importance of staying hydrated, plus a broader discussion on Miami’s need for star power, the Hurricanes’ strong recruiting class and rising national expectations, and a debate over whether fans should be allowed to know what college athletes are earning in the NIL era.

This hour opens with a Dolphins discussion centered around the team’s new regime, which Joe says has brought a breath of fresh air and officially moved the organization past the bad vibes of recent years. The conversation quickly turns back to Tua Tagovailoa, with Joe insisting he’s moved on while Hollywood isn’t fully convinced, leading to debate about Tua’s potential future in Atlanta, whether he could realistically win a starting job, and revisiting some of his well-known press conference miscues. The guys also weigh Mike McDaniel’s outlook compared to Tua’s and which one is more likely to find success moving forward. The discussion then shifts to the NBA and the Knicks, where the Heat-Knicks rivalry, fan behavior, and perceptions of today’s Knicks roster are explored, including whether players like Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart make this version of New York more likable despite the intensity of their fan base. The hour wraps with Hollywood’s Headlines, featuring Shohei Ohtani’s minor knee injury and GOAT debate, ongoing drama surrounding Bill Belichick and UNC involving Jordon Hudson and a public records request, Ben Stiller filming the Knicks’ Finals run, Phil Mickelson’s reported ban from a golf club, and an Everglades cleanup effort that removed hundreds of invasive Burmese pythons.

Hour 3 opens with a conversation about the Florida Everglades, Joe’s experiences growing up around rattlesnakes, and the surprisingly real concept of guided python hunting tours—complete with jokes about what it would be like if they actually went on one (and the no-alcohol rule that comes with it). The hour then shifts into NBA and Heat conversation as Miami Heat writer Ira Winderman joins the show to break down the Knicks’ wild Game 4 comeback over the Spurs and how the modern three-point era has made no lead safe in today’s NBA. The discussion turns to the latest Giannis Antetokounmpo trade buzz, including Boston’s potential involvement with Jaylen Brown as a possible centerpiece, as well as which Western Conference teams could make a run at him in a potential short-term “Kawhi-to-Toronto” type scenario. Ira explains why Miami still makes sense as a landing spot and how the Heat would need to seriously reshape the roster around Giannis and Bam Adebayo after consecutive underwhelming seasons, while also weighing in on what the team should do with the No. 13 pick and why trading it for future assets might be the smartest move. The hour wraps with broader sports chatter, including Texas Tech’s ongoing controversy, Florida’s massive stadium renovation project and the future of the Gators, and some NBA speculation around team chemistry issues in Boston.

Hour 4 opens with continued reaction to the Brendan Sorsby situation at Texas Tech and the broader fallout surrounding the ruling, as Joe and Hollywood break down how the controversy has quickly escalated into a wider debate across college football. The conversation also touches on a local storyline with a South Florida NFL player’s son representing Team USA in the World Cup, adding a unique local connection to the global tournament. Mike Florio then joins the show to unpack the latest on Sorsby, saying he fully expects the quarterback to play this season despite the noise, while calling the aftermath a “thunderbolt moment” that has opened the door for schools and players to push competing agendas in similar situations. Florio also weighs in on the Bill Belichick–Jordon Hudson storyline, including Hudson’s reported public records request from UNC, with Florio questioning the optics and Belichick’s long-term future in Chapel Hill. The conversation shifts to NFL headlines, including Patrick Mahomes’ massive contract extension with the Chiefs, comparisons to Josh Allen, and the pressure now facing Buffalo following coaching changes, before wrapping with broader league outlooks and Super Bowl contenders.

Miami Heat writer Ira Winderman joins the show to break down a wide range of NBA storylines, starting with the Knicks’ historic Game 4 comeback over the Spurs and what it says about how the modern three-point era has made no lead truly safe. The conversation shifts to the latest Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors, with Ira discussing Boston’s potential involvement and whether they’d be willing to part with Jaylen Brown to land the Bucks superstar. He also weighs in on possible Western Conference destinations, noting that Giannis could end up in more of a Kawhi Leonard–Raptors situation where a team might only get a short-term rental rather than a long-term commitment. Ira believes the Heat remain a realistic landing spot and explains how Miami could build a strong supporting cast around Giannis and Bam Adebayo, while also stressing that the franchise needs to shake things up after back-to-back underwhelming seasons. The discussion continues with Miami’s No. 13 pick, with Ira suggesting the Heat should strongly consider trading it for future assets, and he shares his preference for keeping young pieces like Kasparas Jakucionis and monitoring Nikola Jovic’s continued development.

Mike Florio joins the show to break down the latest on the Brendan Sorsby situation, with Florio saying he fully expects Sorsby to play college football this season despite the controversy surrounding the ruling. He explains that the fallout has been predictable, calling it a “thunderbolt moment” that opens the door for schools, players, and programs to push their own agendas in similar cases moving forward. Florio also adds that if the roles were reversed, Texas Tech would likely be just as upset as everyone else involved. The conversation then shifts to the ongoing Bill Belichick–Jordon Hudson situation, including Hudson’s reported public records request from UNC, with Florio suggesting she’s simply extending her “15 minutes of fame” and raising questions about Belichick’s long-term future at the school. From there, the discussion turns to Patrick Mahomes’ massive contract extension with the Chiefs and how he compares to Josh Allen, before wrapping with broader NFL talk, including the pressure on Buffalo after changes in leadership and the Patriots’ chances of returning to Super Bowl contention.

The guys dive into a Dolphins discussion centered around the team’s new regime, which Joe says has brought a much-needed breath of fresh air and helped move the franchise past the “bad vibes” of recent years. The conversation quickly turns to Tua Tagovailoa, with Joe insisting he’s fully moved on while Hollywood pushes back, questioning if that’s really the case. From there, they debate Tua’s future in Atlanta, including whether he could realistically win a starting job and what success would even look like for him in a new environment. The segment also revisits some of Tua’s more awkward press conference moments, adding humor to the discussion, while contrasting his outlook with Mike McDaniel’s perceived path forward and which of the two is more likely to find sustained success moving ahead.