The Joe Rose Show

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The show opens with a discussion on the Dolphins’ quarterback situation after Mike McDaniel admitted “everything is on the table” regarding Tua Tagovailoa. Joe and Dave Hyde break down Tua’s struggles, his lack of urgency, and whether he’s done in Miami, while exploring how the team got here, including past draft decisions and the long-running Tua controversy. The conversation shifts to the bigger picture, examining potential backup options like Zach Wilson or Quinn Ewers, the organization’s efforts to support Tua, and Mike McDaniel’s leadership style. Chris Perkins joins to weigh in on roster talent, the “Big 3” of Grier, McDaniel, and Tua, and the front office’s role in shaping the team’s future. The show wraps with lighter moments, including Joe teasing Jamie about his dating life, high school football highlights, the Miami Hurricanes preparing for Texas A&M, and the Dolphins’ looming major decision at quarterback.

Hour 1 opens with a discussion about the Dolphins’ quarterback situation after Mike McDaniel admitted “everything is on the table” regarding Tua Tagovailoa. Joe questions the massive contract decision, arguing the franchise boxed itself into building around Tua’s limitations while protecting a huge financial investment. Dave Hyde joins and doesn’t mince words, saying he believes Tua is done in Miami and criticizing the lack of accountability and self-awareness at the position. The discussion also revisits how the Dolphins got here in the first place, from past draft decisions to the long-running controversy surrounding Tua’s future, with the takeaway clear: once you open the door to a benching, you can’t pretend it isn’t real.

Hour 2 dives into the Dolphins’ quarterback dilemma, exploring what the team would do if they move on from Tua Tagovailoa. Dave Hyde argues Zach Wilson should get the first shot, while Joe emphasizes how much the organization has done to support Tua, praising Mike McDaniel’s creativity and leadership in maintaining locker-room accountability. Hyde also questions whether Tua’s approach—protecting his health over pushing in key moments—fits the NFL mold, summing up his tenure in Miami as “a rough six years.” The segment also touches on high school football highlights, including state titles for Palm Beach County and American Heritage Plantation, and previews the Miami Hurricanes’ playoff matchup at Texas A&M.

Hour 3 features Chris Perkins joining to break down the Dolphins’ ongoing struggles and the big decisions facing the franchise. Perkins questions whether Stephen Ross has given Mike McDaniel assurance about returning next season, critiques McDaniel’s inability to develop a reliable backup, and highlights roster talent issues while debating the “Big 3” of Grier, McDaniel, and Tua. Joe and Hyde weigh in on responsibility for Tua’s contract and the front office’s influence, including Brandon Shore’s role, stressing that Ross needs to trust his GM. The hour also includes Joe sharing humorous college dating stories before turning to Tua’s regression this season, with Hyde noting he never believed Tua was the long-term solution. The conversation underscores the love for the Dolphins while acknowledging differing opinions on the team’s future.

Hour 4 opens with Joe teasing Jamie about his dating life, including the ups and downs of swiping through dating apps, before shifting focus to the Dolphins’ front office. The conversation dives into Miami’s organizational history, recent personnel decisions, and how the team stacks up to the Florida Panthers as a standard of success. The segment also previews Mike McDaniel’s comments on Dolphins owner Stephen Ross and the franchise’s looming major decision at quarterback.

Chris Perkins joins to break down the Dolphins’ big decision today about who will stary ongoing struggles, questioning whether Stephen Ross has given Mike McDaniel assurance about returning next season and how these losses factor into that decision. He critiques McDaniel’s inability to develop a reliable backup quarterback and points to broader roster talent issues, while highlighting the “Big 3” of Chris Grier, McDaniel, and Tua Tagovailoa as key contributors to the team’s underachievement. Perkins and Dave Hyde debate responsibility for Tua’s contract and the roles of McDaniel versus Grier, while Joe criticizes Brandon Shore’s influence on football decisions, arguing the salary cap guru shouldn’t be making personnel calls. The discussion closes on the importance of Ross trusting his GM to shape the roster effectively

The show opens with a heated discussion about whether the Dolphins could bench Tua Tagovailoa after Mike McDaniel said “everything is on the table.” Joe argues McDaniel has done a solid job but questions the massive financial commitment to Tua, saying the team boxed itself into building everything around his limitations. The conversation breaks down why cutting Tua would be a major financial hit and how Miami’s offense is designed to protect both the quarterback and the investment. As frustration spills over, Joe unloads on the decision-making that led to this point and what it means for the Dolphins moving forward

The segment explores what the Dolphins’ next move could be if they decide to move on from Tua Tagovailoa, debating whether Quinn Ewers or Zach Wilson would get the first shot, with Dave Hyde arguing Wilson should start. Joe stresses that the organization has done everything possible to support Tua, crediting Mike McDaniel for being creative and accommodating with the offense. The conversation shifts to McDaniel’s leadership style, noting his evolution from a coordinator’s mindset and how improved locker-room accountability helped keep the team together this season. The discussion closes with a broader look at quarterback reality in today’s NFL, emphasizing that while Miami may never find another Dan Marino, that can’t stop them from aggressively pursuing a legitimate long-term answer under center.

Dave Hyde joins the show and makes it clear he believes Tua Tagovailoa is done as a Dolphin, while Joe was surprised that Mike McDaniel is even considering a benching. Joe says he doesn’t need to hear from Tua right now, arguing that team leaders should be the ones speaking after another ugly performance. The conversation zeroes in on Tua’s lack of self-awareness, with frustration boiling over as familiar excuses resurface yet again. While Joe isn’t convinced a benching is guaranteed, both agree the performance was bad enough to force the organization to finally confront reality

Joe shares some entertaining college stories about his dating life before shifting to the Dolphins’ struggles, focusing on Tua Tagovailoa’s regression this season. He breaks down how Miami has been hiding Tua in the game plan, leaning heavily on the running game to win games. Dave Hyde weighs in, saying he never believed Tua was the long-term solution at quarterback, especially after the ugly Monday Night loss that drew heavy criticism from both local and national media.

Dave Hyde weighs in on Tua Tagovailoa, saying he doesn’t fault the quarterback for protecting his health, but questions whether that mindset fits what’s required of an NFL starter. He notes that the reality of a possible benching likely hit Tua hard, especially amid a season filled with questionable press conference moments. Hyde sums up Tua’s tenure in Miami bluntly, calling it “a rough six years.” The segment also includes a quick high school football update, highlighting Palm Beach County winning two state titles and American Heritage Plantation capturing another championship

Joe pokes Jamie about his dating life, including his adventures (and misadventures) swiping through dating apps, before the conversation shifts to the Dolphins’ front office decisions and organizational history. They also touch on the Florida Panthers as a model of success that Miami could emulate.

The Joe Rose Show, Tobin & Leroy and Hochman, Crowder & Solana discuss whether Mike McDaniel should bench Tua Tagovailoa after the QB's poor performance in the MNF loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers

Joe opens the show heated after the Dolphins’ ugly Monday Night loss to the Steelers, a game far more lopsided than the 28–15 score suggests. The offense showed zero urgency, Tua Tagovailoa struggled in cold, physical conditions, and familiar narratives about Miami’s inability to win big games and in cold weather resurfaced. Omar Kelly and Kyle Crabbs join to break down Tua’s limitations, the offense’s failures, and why the team abandoned the run, while also praising standout defensive play from Jordyn Brooks. Joe and Hollywood debate whether it’s time to see what backup quarterbacks Zach Wilson or Quinn Ewers can do. The show closes with the broader fallout: the Dolphins are eliminated from playoff contention, extending a 25-year drought without a postseason win.

Hour 1 opens with a heated breakdown of the Dolphins’ loss, focusing on Tua Tagovailoa and what the rest of the season realistically looks like for Miami. While Tua’s box score looks passable, the lack of urgency — no hurry-up offense and no real push even in the fourth quarter — is impossible to ignore. Joe contrasts that with Dan Marino’s mentality, when urgency never disappeared regardless of the score. As the cold-weather narrative grows louder, the discussion centers on how Tua’s limitations were exposed once again when the Dolphins needed him most.

Hour 2 dives into the Dolphins’ bigger-picture problems and on-field struggles. Joe breaks down how Miami needs to learn to win late in the season, pointing out that in the AFC East they’re still “a zillion miles away” from the Patriots and Bills, with cold-weather matchups exposing roster limitations. He questions whether Tua Tagovailoa gives the team the best chance to win and highlights moments where the offense failed to read defenses effectively. Omar Kelly joins to criticize Tua as “just not good enough,” calling out the offense’s lack of urgency while praising Jordyn Brooks and the defense for matching Pittsburgh’s intensity. The segment also touches on Jaylen Waddle holding back thoughts on improving the passing game and Mike McDaniel still coaching for his job.

Hour 3 dives into the fallout from the Dolphins’ Monday Night loss. Kyle Crabbs joins to break down Miami’s struggles, criticizing Tua Tagovailoa and his postgame comments about communication, while noting the offense had no sustainability and the team abandoned the run. Hollywood and Joe debate whether it’s time to give backup QBs Zach Wilson or Quinn Ewers a shot, with Joe questioning why Tua still has defenders. The discussion also highlights the defense’s standout play, especially Jordyn Brooks’ high-energy, physical performance. Plus, local sports highlights include the Heat ticket giveaway, Panthers’ win over the Lightning, and Fernando Mendoza winning the Heisman.

Omar Kelly and Kyle Crabbs join to break down the fallout from the Dolphins’ ugly Monday Night loss to the Steelers. Omar stresses the cold-weather impact, says the offense showed no urgency, and questions Tua Tagovailoa’s ability to perform in critical moments, while praising the defense and Jordyn Brooks. Crabbs is highly critical of Tua and his postgame comments, calls out Miami for abandoning the run, and agrees that despite struggles, Tua will likely remain the starter. Both emphasize that the loss highlights long-standing issues with the team’s roster and ability to compete against quality opponents.

Omar Kelly joins to break down the Dolphins’ performance, saying Tua Tagovailoa was “just not good enough” and criticizing the quarterback’s struggles in the passing game. He points out the offense’s overall lack of urgency late in the game Omar also notes that Jaylen Waddle seemed like he had thoughts on improving the passing game but held back. Despite offensive issues, he praises Jordyn Brooks and the defense for matching Pittsburgh’s intensity, while emphasizing that Mike McDaniel is still coaching for his job, with no quarterback change expected.