Week Two of Major League Rugby saw all 12 franchises battling it out in the early season push towards the 2031 Rugby World Cup. Here are five key takeaways from the weekend in the USA. Old Glory DC claimed a thrilling 35-34 win over the New England Free Jacks with Martin Vaca scoring a hat-trick. Former Harlequins player Niall Saunders impressed in a losing effort for Rugby Football Club Los Angeles. NOLA Gold, Houston SaberCats, and Seattle Seawolves remain undefeated. San Diego Legion bounced back with a 30-23 victory over the Dallas Jackals, featuring a try from Ma'a Nonu. Finally, 2021 draft pick Sam Klimkowski made his long-awaited league debut for NOLA Gold against Anthem RC.
