Welshman Louis Rees-Zammit has impressed legendary NFL coach Andy Reid during his initial training camp with the Kansas City Chiefs, showcasing a promising transition from rugby to American football.
Rees-Zammit, formerly a star in Welsh rugby, participated in the Chiefs’ rookie minicamp over the weekend, donning the team’s distinctive red, gold, and white colors. Equipped with a helmet and pads, he adeptly ran routes and fielded punts alongside fellow rookies, familiarizing himself with the Chiefs’ comprehensive playbook.
The 23-year-old, who recently signed a three-year contract with the reigning Super Bowl champions, faces a rigorous summer of training in pursuit of a spot on the Chiefs’ active roster for the upcoming season.
Off the field, life seems to be a bit more relaxed. The rugby star turned NFL player was spotted this past week with SI Swimsuit model Xandra Pohl. The two were seen in Kansas City at Worlds of Fun.
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Rees-Zammit’s journey from rugby to American football has been remarkable. He withdrew from rugby just before the Six Nations and swiftly emerged as a standout prospect in the NFL’s International Player Pathway (IPP) program, attracting interest from over a dozen franchises.
Having relocated to America permanently last month, Rees-Zammit has been honing his skills by training with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes in Texas.
Clearly, his transition to life in America is going wonderfully.
We’ll keep an eye on Louis and Xandra as the summer unfolds.
