Another twist is coming to Major League Rugby in what has already been an eventful offseason. The league is set to add a 12th team for the 2024 campaign based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Unlike the other 11 teams, its primary purpose will be to develop US-eligible players with an eye towards both short-term qualification for the 2027 World Cup and the long-term improvement of the Eagles as a competitive entity heading towards RWC 2031 which will be hosted by the United States.
This has been the absolute craziest off-season.