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North American Appeal: MLR 2026 Player Movement & USA/Canadian Women's and Men's Rugby
It's been a busy month of October for international rugby in North America for both the USA/Canada Men's and Women's teams, ahead of November that is only going to get busier. Along with the latest MLR player moves, that includes our FIRST offseason signing, Ryan and James talk about the electric Canadian Women's Tests against England, the upcoming USA Eagles matches and a looming Nations Cup.
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Crossing the Pond: MLR 2026 Latest Player Moves, Broadcasting Renewal & League Global Standing
A handful of now former Major League Rugby players are making the move across the pond and take their talents to leagues overseas, including one of MLR's top point scorers of all-time. Ryan and NA Rugby DB's James Deeley react to the latest moves and discuss what it means for MLR and its standing among leagues around the world. They also talk about the ESPN broadcast agreement extension, North American athlete pathways to rugby and one of James' many interesting stats of the week.
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Coaching Carousel: MLR 2026 New Coaches Revealed & USA Eagles vs. Rugby Canada Rivalry
Two coaches are out, two new coaches are in for the upcoming Major League Rugby season, as both the California Legion and Old Glory DC announce who will be leading them in MLR 2027. Ryan and James react to the two new head coaches and what it means for the respective clubs. They also discuss the latest round of international tests including the latest rivalry match between Canada and USA.
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International Intrigue: MLR 2026 Impact of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry, Growing the Game & International Tests
A record-breaking 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' finale on U.S. soil, sparks the conversation of growing the game, the impact on Major League Rugby and the momentum leading into the 2031/2033 Men's and Women's World Cup. Ryan and James react to the aftermath of the most attended rugby match in American rugby history and also discuss the overseas international action for both the USA Eagles and Rugby Canada ahead of the Pacific Nations Cup finals this weekend.
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Drafting Optimism: MLR 2026 College Draft Reaction, Takeaways & Offseason Outlook
The 2026 Major League Rugby College Draft has come and gone, 14 of North America's next pro rugby stars have been selected and after days of reflecting it's time to talk about it...Ryan and James react to the players announced at last Thursday's college draft, share their biggest takeaways and what it says about the outlook of MLR this offseason!
The MLR community always rallies, MLR scrum-half Zion Going was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Support him and his family through the GoFundMe.
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WE BACK: MLR 2026 Offseason Quick Tap Recap, College Draft Prep & News Brief
The boys are back!!! After an offseason break, Ryan and James return with an episode that will get you all caught up ahead of this week's 2026 MLR College Draft. From discussion on the end to Anthem RC to international performances, they recap everything that has gone down between June's MLR Championship to the days leading into the league's draft.
The MLR community always rallies, MLR scrum-half Zion Going was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Support him and his family through the GoFundMe.
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Perfect Conclusion: MLR 2026 Championship Recap, Season Reflection & Offseason Ahead
The Chicago Hounds are your 2026 MLR Champions!!! A conclusion in the windy city that was a fitting ending to another Major League Rugby season. Ryan talks to NARugbyDB's James Deeley about his experience at the championship match and how it encompassed the best that MLR has to offer in the North American pro sports space. They also reflect on the past season and how the final ignites optimism for the MLR ahead!
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Semifinals Shootout: Fantasy MLR 2026 Semis Quick Tap Recap, Finals Prediction & Scrummy Showdown
What better way to usher in our 200th episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show then by breaking down a Major League Rugby semifinals weekend that broke not one but two total points playoff records! No shortage of points scored, BUT two very different stories...Ryan and NA Rugby DB's James Deeley recap the semifinal matches, give an early breakdown and prediction of the upcoming final between the Chicago Hounds and California Legion PLUS invite our TFR community to partake in a SCRUMMY showdown for one last fantasy rugby hurrah in MLR 2026!
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Player's Perspective: Fantasy MLR 2026 Reflection w/ Andrew Coe, Regular Season Thought & Playoff Predictions
As we jump into the MLR 2026 playoffs, friend of the show and Major League Rugby champion Andrew Coe hops on the pod to give his player's perspective of the past season, his first fantasy MLR experience plus everything in between! He also gives his prediction for the upcoming semifinal matchups and sides with a familiar team to hoist some hardware.
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Playoff Scene Setter: MLR 2026 Regular Season Finale Recap, Fallout & Postseason Predictions
The MLR 2026 playoff picture is set, the road to the Major League Rugby Shield begins this weekend...Ryan and James recap the dramatic regular season finale that locked in the postseason, discuss the fallout for all six teams plus give their playoff predictions. They set the playoff scene with everything you need to know ahead of this weekend's semi-finals!
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Last Musical Chair: Fantasy MLR 2026 Championship Shoutout w/ Rugby Wrap Up & Week 11 Preview
As we head into the final weekend of the MLR 2026 regular season, one last musical chair remains with three teams vying for the final spot into the playoffs! On this week's episode of the Fantasy Ruckers Show, along with previewing all three matches with big implications in the Rucking Rundown, Ryan and Matt also (reluctantly) bring on the Rugby Wrap Up's Matt McCarthy and Zach Lanning to crown them fantasy MLR champions of this year's OG League.
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Penultimate Aftermath: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 10 Quick Tap Recap, Playoff Clinchers & Best Players
The second last weekend of the MLR 2026 regular season sealed the fate of those playing fantasy Major League Rugby; either championship glory or finals heartbreak...on this week's Quick Tap Recap episode of the Fantasy Ruckers Show, James and Ryan discuss everything that went down in the penultimate week of MLR 2026 from the playoff clinchers to the last remaining playoff musical chair left for three teams fighting for elimination time. They also talk about the top fantasy MLR performers from the weekend, the numbers behind it all and give their prediction on the four teams they believe will be...
Above the Noise: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 10 Rucking Rundown, Waiver Wire Backup & Championship Prep
Matty's words of advice for fantasy MLR managers heading into championship weekend?..."Be above the noise..." Find out what he means on this week's Rucking Rundown episode where he along with Ryan preview the matches coming up in MLR 2026's Week 10, give you some emergency backup waiver wire options to stash on benches for the weekend and give you other tips to best set yourself up for a fantasy MLR championship when things are all said and done this weekend!
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A League of their Own: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 9 Quick Tap Recap, Playoff Push & Team Evaluation
A whole lot of what we already knew was confirmed in Week 9, including what Ryan and James think could be the best side in Major League Rugby history...In this week's Quick Tap Recap episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show to breakdown EVERYTHING that went down in Week 9 and how they feel about each team with just two weeks to go before MLR 2026 playoffs. They also discuss the top fantasy MLR performers from the weekend and the BIG role they played for fantasy managers who bought their ticket to a fantasy Major League Rugby championship matchup!
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Fallen Mighty: Fantasy MLR 2026 Rucking Rundown of Week 9 Matches, Waiver Wire Winners & Predictions
The Fantasy MLR playoffs are here, and with mighty that have fallen, new league members emerge for a shot at a fantasy rugby championship! On this week's Rucking Rundown episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show, Ryan and Matt give their top waiver wire options, some of whom they think could be league winners, plus go through all of this weekend's MLR 2026 Week 9 matches to discuss their top starters and give their predictions.
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Claiming Territory: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 8 Quick Tap Recap, Standings Shakeup & Playoff Implications
It only took until his second episode of co-hosting duties to claim his territory in fantasy MLR as NA Rugby DB's James Deeley takes down the TFR boys to snatch a playoff spot...and it all happened in MLR 2026's Week 8 that shook up the league's postseason picture! On this week's episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show, Ryan and James recap the weekend's three matches, discuss what they learned and how it changes their perception as we inch closer to playoffs. They also breakdown the players that helped get fantasy managers to elimination time, and ultimately keep their fantasy...
Scratching & Clawing: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 8 Preview, Playoff Push Prep & Waiver Wire Heroes
As we head into the last week of the fantasy MLR regular season, some managers are scratching & clawing to book their ticket into the playoffs...while other managers look ahead to a fantasy championship title! On this week's Rucking Rundown episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show, Ryan and Matt preview the full slate of Week 8 matches, give their take on how and who you can pickup to maximize chances of a playoff push plus a full breakdown of other waiver wire options! Devin also has a final week fantasy tip that could be the difference between making or missing...
A New Era: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 7 Match Recap & Stats Nuggets with NA Rugby DB's James Deeley
Following a MLR 2026 Week 7 weekend that shook up Major League Rugby AND fantasy MLR, we usher in a new era of The Fantasy Ruckers Show with a special guest turned permanent collaborator! Like salt and pepper, bacon and eggs, and any other iconic pairing you can think of MLR stats joins forces with fantasy MLR with NA Rugby DB's James Deeley joining the TFR team as our weekly Quick Tap Recap co-host with Ryan Ye. On this week's episode James and Ryan react to everything that went down in Week 7, go over the weekend's top fantasy performers plus some...
Survival of the Fittest: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 6 Heroes, Waiver Wire Options & Halfway Top Five
Following what Ryan and Matt consider the toughest byemageddon in ALL the years they have been doing fantasy MLR, the boys recap the Week 6 matches and the players who came through when it mattered most. They also discuss the top five fantasy MLR players halfway through the season, breakdown how you can take advantage of the post-byemageddon waiver wire and give their too-early predictions of the upcoming week of fantasy Major League Rugby!
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Byemageddon Vengeance: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 5 Top Fantasy Performances & Waiver Wire Streamers
The first and only byemageddon of MLR 2026 is here and its back with a vengeance...fantasy managers will be scrambling to the waiver wire to fill those lineups but no fret, The Fantasy Ruckers are here! After going over all of Week 5's top fantasy Major League Rugby performances, Ryan and Matt discuss the top options on the waiver wire to stream ahead of a Week 6 with just two matches. Devin also joins the show to give advice to those who have begun their fantasy seasons slow plus gives you his inside scoop into the cash cow that has...
Flying High: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 4 Recap, Top Fantasy Studs & Barren Waiver Wire Picks
After Week Four of MLR 2026, some fantasy managers are flying high after another round of some BIG time player performances! On this week's episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show, Ryan and Matt recap those fantasy stud outings, share their overall feelings on each team so far, plus give their thoughts and possible options on what has become a barren waiver wire heading into Week Five!
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Feelin' Good: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 3 Breakdown, Waiver Wire Options & Rookie Tips
It feels good to have fantasy MLR rollin' and the boys are ready to breakdown a full slate of week 3 matches that had our highest point scorers this season thus far! Ryan & Matt recap the weekend's top fantasy performers, share their thoughts on the early outlook of teams and give you some options for the first waiver wire of MLR 2026. Devin also joins the show to give some rookie tips for those dabbling in fantasy MLR for the first-time and of course talk about what he's looking for this weekend when it comes to his bets on Major League...
Sneak Peak: Fantasy MLR 2026 Week 1 First Taste, Opening Weekend & Week 2 Predictions
There might have been only one match to open MLR 2026 but there surely is no shortage of stuff to talk about, and this week The Fantasy Ruckers bring on a couple special guests to join in on the discussion! On this week's episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show, Ryan is joined by fill-in co-host John Fitzpatrick of Rugby Morning to react to Week 1 of Major League Rugby along with breaking down what to expect in Week 2 and more importantly the first weekend of fantasy MLR. NA Rugby DB's James Deeley also pops by to share some interesting stats fantasy...
Let's Get It Started: Fantasy MLR 2026 Mock Draft & Week 1 Kickoff Show
In the words of the Black Eyed Peas...Let's Get (MLR 2026) Started!!! Week 1 of Major League Rugby's 2026 season is FINALLY here, which means fantasy drafts have begun and the boys are here to help with your last minute prep. Matt and Ryan take you through a three-round mock draft, breakdown the opening weekend match between the California Legion and Anthem Rugby Carolina along with talking the latest around the league. Devin also joins the show to chat about his picks for the TFR Betting Challenge and a message to those competing against the defending champ in our listener league!<...
Crystal Ball: Fantasy MLR 2026 Top Five Rankings, Predictions & Last Call
In a BEEFY episode, the boys take out their crystal ball, look into the future and reveal their predictions for the top five fantasy MLR players at each position! Ryan and Matt break out their notes, talk about who will be among the best players this MLR 2026 season and why they need to be on your watch list heading into fantasy drafts. It's also LAST CALL for anyone who wants to play fantasy MLR this season as they reveal the participants of this year's OG league!
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Nitty Gritty: Fantasy MLR 2026 Rule Changes, Referee Review System & Other Latest News
The boys get into the nitty gritty of the upcoming fantasy Major League Rugby season! From changes we will notice in the matches themselves (i.e. the Referee Review System) to a new fantasy MLR structure, Matt & Ryan react and discuss about all things new we will see in MLR 2026. They also give a teaser to their yearly position rankings with interesting tidbits they noticed from this year's crop of player and continue to get warmed up for MLR betting with some Six Nations and Super Rugby picks in the TFR Betting Challenge.
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Call to Action: Fantasy MLR 2026 Countdown, MLR Stats' James Deeley Outlook & Latest News
The 2026 Major League Rugby season is less than a month away, the countdown to the upcoming fantasy MLR season has begun! And what better way to kickoff the month of March then to bring on a familiar name that makes his return to the fantasy rugby scene...MLR Stats and NA Rugby DB's James Deeley joins the show to chat about his outlook of the upcoming year, talks his favorite signings and announces he's back for some fantasy fun. Ryan and Matt also discuss the latest roster moves and continue to warm up their MLR betting chops in the...
Fantasy Rookie: Andrew Coe Plays Fantasy MLR 2026, Chats Pro Rugby Retirement & Season Outlook
We have a fantasy MLR rookie on our hands...but he certainly is not a rookie when it comes to playing in Major League Rugby...friend of the show and long-time MLR player Andrew Coe joins Ryan and Matt with an exciting announcement...the former RFCLA & New York Iron Workers winger is set to play fantasy MLR in 2026! the boys also chat about hanging up the pro rugby cleats, thoughts on the California Legion, the CBA and the outlook of the upcoming season!
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Historic Agreement: Major League Rugby 2026 CBA, Final Rosters & Remaining Signings
For the first-time in the nearly decade history of the league, Major League Rugby has a Collective Bargaining Agreement with its players. Ryan and Matt discuss the MLR/USRPA/MLRPA CBA, reacting and breaking down all the letters associated with the historic agreement. The Ye brothers also discuss the roster announcement of two more teams for MLR 2026, remaining wave of signings and some other rugby around the world in the TFR Betting Challenge. Plus, an update on how to participate in fantasy MLR for the upcoming season with a teaser of what's to come.
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Holding Our Breath: Fantasy MLR 2026 Approaches, Latest Signings & First TFR Betting Challenge
As we get closer to another Fantasy Major League Rugby season, we anxiously wait for teams to be finalized! Ryan and Matt discuss the latest signings, many of which come from the California Legion, that has sparked our roster number tracker. You can probably guess which team lags behind and Matt ain't happy about it.
The boys also discuss what USA Eagle's 2026 training camp roster reveals plus get their rugby betting chops going with the first TFR Betting Challenge of 2026 beginning with some Super Rugby & Six Nations.
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Rundown of Q's: Fantasy MLR 2026 California Dreamin', Interview with Will Hooley & Latest Signings
We have a rundown of questions for our special guest on this week's episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show! Former USA Eagle & host of The Rugby Rundown plus so much more, Will Hooley joins Ryan to chat about a crazy offseason, expectations for Major League Rugby 2026 and thoughts on the future of rugby in the US. Ryan also recaps all the latest signings plus their fantasy impact with Matt, along with chatting some fantasy football/fantasy MLR crossover with Devin!
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Narrowing the Field: Why you should play Fantasy MLR 2026, Latest Signings & Early Predictions
More Major League Rugby signings continue to come in as we narrow down the player field for the upcoming Fantasy MLR season! Ryan and Matt react to all the latest signings, team by team, and breakdown their fantasy impact. Devin also tells everyone why new MLR fans NEED to play fantasy rugby this season.
And to round out the show, some juicy early predictions including who the boys think should be the number one overall pick this year and break the TFR curse!
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New Year, New Us: Fantasy MLR 2026 "Guess Who?" Game, Latest Roster Moves & League Update
The Fantasy Ruckers are back for MLR 2026 better than ever, ready to take on another fantasy Major League Rugby season! Ryan, Matt and Devin catch up on everything that went down over the holiday season around the league, react to the news and discuss the fantasy impact. They, along with you, play "Guess Who?" with some of the faces that find themselves in new places. The boys are ready, are you ready for another year of making fantasy rugby a reality in MLR?
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Stick with the Plan: Fantasy MLR 2026, Schedule Reaction & Signing Blitz Recap
We are sticking with the plan! With a schedule released for Major League Rugby 2026 and the flurry of signings continuing to pour in, the picture for fantasy MLR next season continues to become more clear. Ryan, Matt and Devin react to the schedule for MLR 2026, catchup on all the signings and discuss what it all means for fantasy MLR next year!
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A Warrior's Farewell: Offseason Signing Flurry & Talking Utah Exit with Emerson Prior
The dust has settled following the latest MLR team shakeup with the Utah Warriors becoming the latest team to exit the league...Ryan and Matt are joined by former Utah front-rower Emerson Prior to get insight into the situation, how it all played out, reaction to domestic eligibility rules plus much more. The boys also catch-up on all the latest flurry of signings with no shortage of familiar faces in new places!
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Emotional Rollercoaster: Reaction to Utah Warriors Exit, Player Movement & Fantasy MLR Impact
In a span of two weeks that includes a Utah withdrawal announcement, signings and departures of notable players, along with other Major League Rugby news, it's been a perfect reflection of an ongoing offseason that has been no-short of an emotional roller coaster. Ryan, Matt and Devin give their outlook on a league that now includes just six teams, breakdown the fantasy impact of the most recent notable signings and share how they will be approaching how they view MLR 2026 and beyond.
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So It Begins...: Fantasy MLR 2026 Latest Signings Impact & International Autumn Tests
Earlier this month, Major League Rugby confirmed that MLR 2026 is a go...teams have followed that announcement up with some big-time signings of notable names that are available following the loss of a handful of teams this offseason. Ryan, Matt and Devin react to the players that have found themselves new homes for the upcoming season and how it impacts the fantasy MLR landscape.
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Breaking Silence: Reaction to Major League Rugby's Statement on MLR 2026 with Bill Baker
For the first-time all offseason, one that included team departures, mergers and tough conversations, Major League Rugby has addressed the future of the league. On this week's episode of The Fantasy Ruckers Show, Ryan and Matt are joined by American Rugby Rising's Bill Baker to breakdown the statement and react to what it all means for the future of rugby in North America.
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Red Carpet Rollout: Fantasy MLR 2025 TFR Manager's Choice Awards, MVP, Undrafted Gem and More
To officially turn the page to the 2026 fantasy MLR season, we celebrate the best of (and not so best of) the past season in our first-ever TFR Manager's Choice Awards! The people have spoken and from the 2025 fantasy MLR MVP and undrafted gem to the biggest bust and sleeper, we reveal the voting results! Ryan, Matt and Devin react to those results and also discuss the latest news including USA Rugby's Scott Lawrence remarks on the state of domestic rugby competition.
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Wavering Optimism: Sabercats Exit Reaction & Player Insight with HOU's Seth Smith
When we, along with many other Major League Rugby fans, thought we were in the clear this crazy offseason, more bombshell news comes out...the Fantasy Ruckers react to the Houston Sabercats decision to not participate in MLR 2026 and are also joined by the team's young star Seth Smith to give us player insight into the situation. Ryan, Matt, Devin and Seth also reflect on his time with the cats and reveal his fantasy MLR ranking!
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