Louis Rees-Zammit’s absence from the rugby scene is certainly felt, but his determination is evident from his recent move to the Kansas City Chiefs, reflecting his drive and character.
At just 23 years old, Rees-Zammit joined the International Player Pathway (IPP) in January, aiming to break into the NFL. He made a strong impression during the IPP evaluations by clocking an impressive 4.43-second 40-yard dash, which caught the attention of NFL scouts.
Ultimately, the Kansas City Chiefs, the reigning Super Bowl champions, were the first to secure him for their roster for the 2024/25 season.
Upon arriving in Missouri, Rees-Zammit quickly made an impact, earning praise from quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who described his performance as “unreal.”
Despite this promising start, Rees-Zammit’s journey took an unexpected turn, and he now finds himself on the practice squad with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
So, what led to this change? Here’s a look at the key events in Rees-Zammit’s NFL journey, tracing how the Chiefs went from being enthusiastic about him to releasing him with little notice.
Rees-Zammit began his journey with the IPP in January 2024 and participated in the Pro Day just 10 weeks later to showcase his skills to NFL scouts.
Similar to the NFL Combine, the IPP Pro Day involved physical and mental tests, where Rees-Zammit demonstrated remarkable speed with his 4.43-second 40-yard dash. For context, the fastest time recorded this year was 4.21 seconds by new Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy.
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