6 Nations Fantasy League 2017

It's an annual tradition, and 2017 is no difference. With changes to the 6 Nations this year, we could see a big shift in the dynamics of the fantasy league too. ESPN is our game of choice here on Tackle Pad, and our official league is now up and running.

So go sign up, create your team and join our Private League, using the code below:

1300446-39486

Additionally this year ESPN have allowed each player to enter two teams. You can choose to double your chances of properly winning. Or should you want a different challenge then join in with "Hard-mode" as you try to score points with a team made of only substitute players. Just denote your team with a "S" at the end.

Transfers this year are up to three per week and any additional transfers reduce two points from your team's total.

Good luck to all of you, we are only a week away now.

6 Reasons to be excited for the 6 Nations

The 6 Nations is back. The words that every rugby fan looks forward to hearing. Widely considered to be the best annual rugby tournament in the world, it brings together fans from across Europe to watch rivalries every weekend. Excellent stadia, passionate players, and a tournament which is never certain. This year's tournament feels especially exciting for multiple reasons.

The 6 Nations is a tournament beloved by all, why is this year more exciting than ever?

Bonus Points are IN

The headline news for 2017: four try and losing bonus points are there to win. In short, this is brilliant for every team. Off the bat we should see teams looking to score more tries and play with more ball in hand, possession becoming more important than territory. The talents of Wesley Fofana, Jonathan Joseph, and Michele Campagnaro will look to create chances and break lines, while the likes of Stuart Hogg, Simon Zebo and Liam William will return kicks with interest.