PrizePicks and Underdog Fantasy are introducing peer-to-peer versions of their pick’em daily fantasy sports (DFS) games in Florida, following the recent ban of their original DFS games in the state.
Both companies announced that their new peer-to-peer games will launch on Monday. This move comes after cease-and-desist orders were issued for their previous games, which were banned due to their structure of pitting players against the house rather than against other players.
Peer-to-Peer Fantasy Sports Switch
The transition to peer-to-peer pick’em games is a response to Florida’s regulatory environment. Both PrizePicks and Underdog Fantasy have collaborated with Florida gaming regulators to align their offerings with state standards.
“Arena is a peer-to-peer game played against other players rather than against the house. This model of games of skill was not subject to scrutiny in Florida,” said a PrizePicks spokesperson. “While we prefer state codification for all fantasy games of skill, rather than relying on common law, we look forward to working with policymakers to protect the DFS games sports fans across Florida love.”
An Underdog spokesperson added, “We’ve worked with Florida regulators and, when they previously asked us to stop offering a product, we complied. We are now following the new blueprint established by state officials.”
The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) did not respond to requests for comment.
Response to Cease-and-Desist Orders
Following two rounds of cease-and-desist letters sent in September 2025 and January 2025, the FGCC agreed not to pursue legal action if the companies ceased operations by March. Both PrizePicks and Underdog stopped offering their banned games but have planned to reenter the market with their new peer-to-peer formats.
This regulatory action coincided with the Seminole Tribe’s reintroduction of legal sports betting via Hard Rock Bet, which, under a state agreement, is the only group authorized to offer sports betting in Florida. This exclusivity was reaffirmed after a federal court case kept it offline for two years.
Clarification on DFS in Florida
Florida’s stance on DFS has historically been ambiguous, with the FGCC stating that all forms of fantasy sports are “likely illegal” on its website. Underdog continues to offer non-pick’em, peer-to-peer games, which the FGCC has clarified are allowed.
The FGCC has not specifically addressed peer-to-peer games offered by other DFS companies such as DraftKings and FanDuel.
Failed Florida Fantasy Sports Legislation
The peer-to-peer switch follows the recent adjournment of Florida’s legislature without passing new fantasy sports legislation. Two bills were introduced during the session: one aimed to exempt fantasy sports operators from gambling laws, while the other sought to create a licensing framework for DFS and prohibit player vs. house pick’em contests.
An industry source indicated that fantasy sports companies would not advance with new products until these bills were formally resolved.