LOUIS REES-ZAMMIT NEWS

Getting second opportunity Rees-Zammit re-signed with the Jaguars on Monday.

Impact Rees-Zammit came to the NFL in the spring of 2024 as part of their International Player Pathway Program after playing rugby in Wales. Originally viewed as a running back, and rushing six times for 22 yards during the 2024 preseason with the Chiefs, Rees-Zammit was waived. He caught on with Jacksonville soon after but remained on their practice squad throughout the season.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Louis Rees-Zammit Returns to the UK Where Youth Football Has Skyrocketed | The Hunt: Extras Jaguars WR Louis Rees-Zammit opens up about what it meant to return to the UK since entering the league. He observed an overwhelming increas...

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • JAGUARS.COM

Louis Rees-Zammit Returns to the UK Where Youth Football Has Skyrocketed | Jacksonville Jaguars Jaguars WR Louis Rees-Zammit opens up about what it meant to return to the UK since entering the league. He observed an overwhelming increas...

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • JAGUARS.COM

Responding to Adversity: Louis Rees-Zammit's Journey from Rugby to the NFL WR Louis Rees-Zammit as the Jaguars (1-5) prepare to play the New England Patriots (1-5) at Wembley Stadium in London: “I’m learning quick a...

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • JAGUARS.COM

Louis Rees-Zammit on Support in the UK | Press Conference Jaguars Wide Receiver Louis Zammit meets with the media during Week 7 ahead of the matchup against the New England Patriots in London.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • JAGUARS.COM

NFL 2024 London games all you need to know: Aaron Rodgers, Caleb Williams, Louis Rees-Zammit and the New England Patriots The NFL plays three games in London as it lifts its tally to 39 in total since 2007, while the NFL Academy play at Tottenham once again; wat...

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • SKY.COM

A rugby star is trying to make it in the NFL. How far can he go? Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit quit his sport to pursue an NFL career. After an early setback, he entered this season with the Jacksonvi...

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit welcomes the chance to play a new position with a new NFL team

Louis Rees-Zammit always envisioned himself as an NFL receiver

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Heads to Florida Rees-Zammit signed with the Jaguars' practice squad Thursday.

Impact Rees-Zammit signed with the Chiefs in March after being a rugby star in Wales. He wasn't able to survive their final cuts, but he'll now have an opportunity to further develop on Jacksonville's practice squad.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cut by Kansas City The Chiefs waived Rees-Zammit on Tuesday, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.

Impact Rees-Zammitt is a Welsh rugby star who signed with the Chiefs via the NFL's international program. During the preseason, he rushed six times for 22 yards. He could be further developed on the practice squad.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains back injury Rees-Zammit left Monday's practice with a back issue, Matt McMullen of the Chiefs' official site reports.

Impact The former rugby star is likely fighting for a depth role on the Chiefs' 53-man roster, so this injury could hurt his chances of making it past cut-down day. Expect Mecole Hardman and Nikko Remigio to see even more reps returning kicks with Rees-Zammit sidelined.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

How Louis Rees-Zammit is tackling the transition from rugby to the NFL with the Chiefs At age 23, Rees-Zammit will play in his first organized football game Saturday when the Chiefs face the Jaguars in a preseason opener.

AUGUST 10, 2024 • NYTIMES.COM

WATCH: Louis Rees-Zammit makes outstanding catch at Chiefs training camp #Chiefs RB Louis Rees-Zammit looked like a seasoned veteran during training camp after hauling in this impressive catch at practice.

AUGUST 3, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Rugby Star Turned Tailback Louis Rees-Zammit's NFL Dream Continues at Training Camp The former rugby star is living out a childhood dream with the Chiefs

JULY 18, 2024 • CHIEFS.COM

New Kansas City Chiefs RB Louis Rees-Zammit on his experience transitioning from rugby to American Football Having only recently transitioned from rugby to American football, Louis Rees-Zammit speaks on the speed of which he needs to still learn th...

JULY 18, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Louis Rees-Zammit: 'The First Goal is to Make the Team' | Press Conference 7/18 Kansas City Chiefs running back Louis Rees-Zammit addressed the media following training camp practice.

JULY 18, 2024 • CHIEFS.COM

2024 Chiefs player profile: RB Louis Rees-Zammit Check out everything you need to know about #Chiefs RB Louis Rees-Zammit ahead of Kansas City’s 2024 season.

JULY 8, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Who wins a footrace between Chiefs newcomers Xavier Worthy and Louis Rees-Zammit? Former rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit was asked about his speed compared to a new Chiefs teammate.

MAY 9, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Louis Rees-Zammit: "It was a really great week" | Press Conference 5/6 RB Louis Rees-Zammit speaks with the media during the Kansas City Chiefs Rookie Mini Camp.

MAY 6, 2024 • CHIEFS.COM

NFL to open academy in Australia to identify and develop young prospects

The NFL will expand its international search for talent by opening an academy in Australia to develop promising teenagers.

APRIL 25, 2024

Photos: International Player Louis Rees-Zammit The Kansas City Chiefs add former European rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit to the roster

MARCH 29, 2024 • CHIEFS.COM

Chiefs Sign Former European Rugby Star Louis Rees-Zammit Rees-Zammit joined the NFL’s International Player Pathway Program in January

MARCH 29, 2024 • CHIEFS.COM

Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit agrees to a contract with the Chiefs, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the contract told The Associated Press that Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit has agreed to a contract with the two-time defending Super Bowl champion K...

MARCH 28, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chiefs sign Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit, who quit his sport for the NFL

The Chiefs are reportedly signing Louis Rees-Zammit, a 23-year-old rugby star who could help as an offensive skill player or kick returner.

MARCH 28, 2024

Chiefs Signing Welsh Rugby Player Louis Rees-Zammit As Mahomes' New Weapon The Kansas City Chiefs have gone overseas and found Patrick Mahomes a new offensive weapon in the form of Welsh rugby player Louis Rees-Zamm...

MARCH 28, 2024 • OUTKICK.COM