Joe Marler may have hung up his England boots, but don\u2019t call it retirement just yet\u2014he\u2019s already got a crucial new gig with the national team<\/p>\n
After having the summer off, the former prop has returned to his role as Player Welfare Manager<\/a> ahead of the Autumn Internationals, ensuring England\u2019s stars are looked after on and off the pitch.<\/p>\n Join RUCK\u2019s Instagram broadcast channel\u00a0<\/a>and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone.<\/p>\n From managing match workloads to prioritising mental health, Marler\u2019s focus is all about keeping the squad in peak condition.<\/p>\n Podcast Confessions: Joe\u2019s New Chapter<\/p>\n Speaking on the\u00a0For The Love of Rugby\u00a0podcast, the 34-year-old revealed the challenges\u2014and surprising moments\u2014of his job so far. He shared how he\u2019s become a bridge between younger players and their intimidating Directors of Rugby.<\/p>\n \u201cThey\u2019d never speak to the DoRs without fearing they\u2019d be judged as soft,\u201d Joe Marler explained. Now, he\u2019s stepping in to have those tough conversations.<\/p>\n Marler\u2019s Mantra: \u201cWho Better Than Me?\u201d<\/p>\n On his approach to player welfare, Joe Marler said, \u201cIt\u2019s about making sure the players are looked after so they can perform and have longevity. Who better to understand how hard it is to be an England rugby player, and the toll it takes, than the boys who\u2019ve been there?\u201d<\/p>\n Join the\u00a0RUCK\u2019s WhatsApp community here<\/a>\u00a0and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.<\/p>\n EDITORS PICKS:<\/p>\n \u201cDad was the best\u201d \u2013 Six rugby sons who failed to match their father\u2019s achievements<\/p>\n In rugby, legacy is a powerful force\u2014but not always a guarantee of success. <\/p>\n These six sons of rugby legends had the world at their feet but ultimately fell short of matching their fathers\u2019 towering achievements.<\/p>\n Cameron Redpath (Son of Bryan Redpath)<\/p>\n Cameron Redpath, son of former Scotland captain Bryan Redpath, began his career with promise. He represented England at age-group levels before switching to Scotland, earning 14 caps and playing in the 2023 Rugby World Cup. <\/p>\n However, his career has been marred by a series of major surgeries, including two ACL reconstructions and multiple shoulder and neck operations. These setbacks have limited his playing time and hindered his ability to reach the heights of his father\u2019s illustrious career. <\/p>\n Despite his resilience and determination, Redpath\u2019s injuries have prevented him from becoming a mainstay in the Scotland team.<\/p>\n Louis Lynagh (Son of Michael Lynagh)<\/p>\n Louis Lynagh, son of Australian World Cup winner Michael Lynagh, has carved out his own path in rugby. He represented England at age-group levels before making his Six Nations debut for Italy, scoring a try against Scotland. <\/p>\n While he has shown promise, Lynagh has not yet achieved the same level of success as his father, who earned 72 caps and was a key figure in Australia\u2019s 1991 World Cup victory. <\/p>\n His international career is still in its early stages, and it remains to be seen if he can reach the heights of his father\u2019s legacy.<\/p>\n CONTINUES ON PAGE TWO<\/a><\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n