MLR Week 2 SHOCKS: Are the Free Jacks in Trouble? Anthem’s Rise & Seattle’s Statement Win

On this episode of the A&D Podcast, Austin goes solo to break down all the action, controversy, and BIG questions coming out of Major League Rugby Week 2—and trust us, there’s plenty to debate.He kicks things off by revisiting the California Legion vs Anthem RC matchup from Week 1, where Anthem RC secured their first-ever franchise win. Is this the start of something special, or just early-season hype? Austin dives into whether this young squad can truly develop into a playoff contender.Week 2 opens with the Seattle Seawolves vs Old Glory DC, where Seattle proved exactly why they’re called the “Seawall.” A dominant defensive performance and relentless pressure led to a convincing 33–16 win—but is Seattle already the most complete team in MLR, or is Old Glory DC being exposed?Next up, the Chicago Hounds vs Anthem RC matchup saw Anthem come out swinging with confidence—but Chicago quickly reminded everyone why they’re considered one of the top organizations in the league. Are the Hounds legit title contenders, or just early-season frontrunners beating up on inexperience?And then… the MAIN EVENT.The California Legion vs New England Free Jacks clash delivered one of the biggest shocks of the season. A 43–5 blowout by the Legion over the three-time defending champions has Austin asking the question everyone’s thinking:👉 Are the Free Jacks in serious trouble, or is this just a wake-up call?This episode is packed with MLR analysis, hot takes, power rankings debates, and bold questions that YOU need to weigh in on. Drop your takes in the comments—who’s for real, who’s overrated, and who’s already on upset alert?🔥 Don’t miss out—follow the A&D Podcast for weekly rugby breakdowns, highlights, and debates.📲 Follow on TikTok (@ad.podcast) and Instagram (@ad.podcast0) for more rugby content and updates! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.