Louis Rees-Zammit
Louis Rees-Zammit is a professional athlete who transitioned from rugby union to American football, recently re-signing as a wide receiver for the Jacksonville Jaguars. The former Wales wing made headlines in January 2024 when he announced his departure from rugby to join the NFL's international player pathway program. After initially signing with the Kansas City Chiefs for pre-season training, he moved to the Jaguars and is focused on advancing his career in the NFL. Notably, Rees-Zammit scored 14 tries in 32 matches for the Welsh national rugby team, with his last appearance occurring during a challenging World Cup campaign in 2023.
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Louis Rees-Zammit almost capitalised on a loose kick but knocked on.
Pat Lam dedicates Bristol Bears victory over Bath to late grandson
New Zealand· 2026-05-30
Louis Rees-Zammit kicked a 50-22 off a quick throw.
Ireland show resolve in defence and attack to secure hard-fought win over Wales – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-03-07
Louis Rees-Zammit is listed as a player for Wales.
Ireland scaled new heights against England. The challenge against Wales is to stay there – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-06
Louis Rees-Zammit played for Wales in the Six Nations match against France.
Six Nations 2026: Wales 12-54 France - Les Bleus seal record win in Cardiff
United Kingdom· 2026-02-15
Louis Rees-Zammit was involved in a charged-down clearance that led to an England try.
Henry Arundell hat-trick fires England to emphatic Six Nations win against Wales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-08
Louis Rees-Zammit is playing full-back for Wales against England in the Six Nations team.
Wales Six Nations team 2026: Louis Rees-Zammit at full-back against EnglandUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-05
Louis Rees-Zammit was lively and courageous during the match against New Zealand.
All Blacks v Wales: World media reacts to New Zealand’s season-ending win in CardiffNew Zealand· 2025-11-22
Showed off a few of his NFL skills with a great diving effort to score in the corner.
All Blacks v Wales player ratings: How the Welsh rated in 52-26 defeatNew Zealand· 2025-11-22
Louis Rees-Zammit is a widely popular figure in Welsh rugby after his return from the NFL.
All Blacks v Wales: Caleb Clarke seeks to lift All Blacks with Cardiff comeback bidNew Zealand· 2025-11-18
Louis Rees-Zammit's entry forced adjustments from the Argentine team.
le ganaron a Gales con una fiesta de tries y se afirman en el sexto puesto del ranking
Argentina· 2025-11-09
Louis Rees-Zammit is recalled to the Wales squad after his return from the NFL.
Louis Rees-Zammit: Wales recall Bristol wing after NFL returnUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-21Rees-Zammit is one of the fastest players in world rugby, he registered 4.43 seconds for the 40-yard dash.
Louis Rees-Zammit: Why is NFL transition so hard to accomplish?United Kingdom· 2025-08-06
Louis Rees-Zammit has ended his NFL bid and is to return to rugby union after swapping the sport for the NFL 18 months ago.
SPORTS BRIEFS - Taipei Times
Taiwan· 2025-08-02
Rees-Zammit announced his decision to leave the NFL and return to rugby.
Louis Rees-Zammit quits NFL for return to rugby unionUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-01Rees-Zammit re-signed for the Jaguars and aims to make the active regular-season roster.
NFL: Louis Rees-Zammit commits to Jaguars and 'never' considered rugby returnUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-18Louis Rees-Zammit shocked rugby union in January 2024 when he announced he was quitting the sport to enter the NFL's international player pathway.
Louis Rees-Zammit re-signs as wide receiver for Jacksonville JaguarsUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-17