Episodes

  • Emotional Rollercoaster: Reaction to Utah Warriors Exit, Player Movement & Fantasy MLR Impact
    Nov 18 2025

    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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    58 mins
  • So It Begins...: Fantasy MLR 2026 Latest Signings Impact & International Autumn Tests
    Oct 28 2025

    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.

    Check out our website to stay up to date with the latest fantasy MLR stats, top players and league updates: www.thefantasyruckers.com

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    30 mins
  • Breaking Silence: Reaction to Major League Rugby's Statement on MLR 2026 with Bill Baker
    Oct 14 2025

    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.

    Check out our website to stay up to date with the latest fantasy MLR stats, top players and league updates: www.thefantasyruckers.com

    For the video version of the show head to our channel on Youtube.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Red Carpet Rollout: Fantasy MLR 2025 TFR Manager's Choice Awards, MVP, Undrafted Gem and More
    Sep 30 2025

    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.

    Check out our website to stay up to date with the latest fantasy MLR stats, top players and league updates: www.thefantasyruckers.com

    For the video version of the show head to our channel on Youtube.

    Interact with The Fantasy Ruckers community and stay up to date with The Fantasy Ruckers Rugby League on our discord channel!

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    58 mins
  • Wavering Optimism: Sabercats Exit Reaction & Player Insight with HOU's Seth Smith
    Sep 16 2025

    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!

    VOTE in the Fantasy MLR 2025 TFR Manager's Choice Awards! If you played in a fantasy MLR league this past season, let us know who you think should be walking away with our first TFR Awards, fill out your ballot here: https://forms.gle/XwraUANGLb1ytWHp8

    Check out our website to stay up to date with the latest fantasy MLR stats, top players and league updates: www.thefantasyruckers.com

    For the video version of the show head to our channel on Youtube.

    Interact with The Fantasy Ruckers community and stay up to date with The Fantasy Ruckers Rugby League on our discord channel!

    Stay up to date with the league by following us on socials!
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Fantasy Parallels: Fantasy MLR 2025 Sport Comparison, News Flash & International Rugby
    Sep 9 2025

    The dust has settled this Major League Rugby offseason, and as fantasy sports pick up elsewhere, it's made us think about what we miss most of fantasy MLR...Ryan, Matt and Devin compare different fantasy sports, discuss the latest news from around the world of rugby and react to some of the latest international tests on the docket!

    VOTE in the Fantasy MLR 2025 TFR Manager's Choice Awards! If you played in a fantasy MLR league this past season, let us know who you think should be walking away with our first TFR Awards, fill out your ballot here: https://forms.gle/XwraUANGLb1ytWHp8

    Check out our website to stay up to date with the latest fantasy MLR stats, top players and league updates: www.thefantasyruckers.com

    For the video version of the show head to our channel on Youtube.

    Interact with The Fantasy Ruckers community and stay up to date with The Fantasy Ruckers Rugby League on our discord channel!

    Stay up to date with the league by following us on socials!
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    52 mins
  • West Coast Vibes: Fantasy MLR 2025 Offseason Chat with Andrew Coe, CA Merger, Hectic Offseason & World Cup Rugby
    Aug 26 2025

    From a California merger to a big-time test between two cross-border rivals, Ryan and Matt are joined by friend of the show Andrew Coe to react to all that has happened so far this offseason. The Fantasy Ruckers also get player perspective from the longtime MLR vet on how fans should be feeling about the future of the league. From conversations about the 2025 MLR draft to of course getting fantasy ranking reaction, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

    Check out our website to stay up to date with the latest fantasy MLR stats, top players and league updates: www.thefantasyruckers.com

    For the video version of the show head to our channel on Youtube.

    Interact with The Fantasy Ruckers community and stay up to date with The Fantasy Ruckers Rugby League on our discord channel!

    Stay up to date with the league by following us on socials!
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Ranking Reflection: Fantasy MLR 2025 Offseason Reaction, Bye Bye Miami & Top Five Review
    Aug 19 2025

    The offseason continues to get crazier and crazier as an MLR draft looms and the Fantasy Ruckers have a lot to say. This week, Ryan, Devin and Matt react to the all but confirmed rumors that the Miami Sharks will no longer be a part of Major League Rugby in 2026, what takeaways we may get from Thursday's collegiate draft plus take a quick trip down memory lane and reflect on the top five fantasy MLR predictions that were made ahead of the season. Matt and Ryan go head-to-head, who comes out on top in being the most accurate in this year's top five fantasy players, tune into find out!

    Check out our website to stay up to date with the latest fantasy MLR stats, top players and league updates: www.thefantasyruckers.com

    For the video version of the show head to our channel on Youtube.

    Interact with The Fantasy Ruckers community and stay up to date with The Fantasy Ruckers Rugby League on our discord channel!

    Stay up to date with the league by following us on socials!
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    1 hr and 13 mins