The conversation covers the NFL schedule release, the challenges in the Dolphins' schedule, win predictions, game analysis, De'Von Achane's contract extension, running back rankings, highlights of the NFL schedule, and fantasy football league planning.

The New Era Begins.

Welcome to the new chapter of Daddy Wants To Play.

This week, we officially launch the new direction of the show — real conversations centered around competition, leadership, fatherhood, and identity through the lens of sports and life.

To kick things off, we’re joined by Ryan Verdecia.

From CrossFit athlete and fitness coach… to firefighter, entrepreneur, Airbnb host, husband, and father — Ryan opens up about the mindset behind wearing so many hats while still trying to show up fully for his family.

We dive into:

• where his work ethic comes from
• what drew him toward competition and coaching
• why he became a firefighter
• balancing entrepreneurship with fatherhood
• the challenge of being present at home while constantly chasing more
• and what kind of example he hopes to set for his boys moving forward

We also discuss coaching your own kids, discipline vs confidence, and the lessons competition teaches that carry over into everyday life.

Plus, Ryan becomes the first guest to “Pass The Mic” and leave a question behind for our next guest.

This is more than sports talk now.

This is Daddy Wants To Play.
Competition. Leadership. Fatherhood.

ALL GAS. NO STATS. ⛽️

Episode 80 feels different… because it is.

The conversation covers a range of topics including first-time experiences, golf league shenanigans, fantasy league planning, PGA tour event experience, and NFL draft reactions. It also delves into the comparison between the NFL draft and F1 race, as well as the specific reactions to the draft picks. The conversation covers the Miami Dolphins' draft picks, surprise picks, player value, exciting draft prospects, assessment of team direction, favorite draft picks, surprises, biggest head scratchers, bold predictions, hot takes, and the transition to a new show format.

After 80 episodes, we officially announce the next chapter of Daddy Wants To Play and explain the vision behind building the brand into a network.

Going forward:

• Daddy Wants To Play becomes our flagship interview show featuring athletes, coaches, leaders, and fathers discussing competition, leadership, and parenthood.
• The Playbook becomes the home for all of our sports talk, NFL coverage, reactions, and group chat chaos.

We’re not changing who we are… we’re building something bigger.

Sports talk + dad life.
Competition, leadership, and identity.
Compete everywhere. Especially at home.

All Gas. No Stats. ⛽️