Sports8/9/2025The Guardian

An American dream dashed: why Louis Rees-Zammit called time on NFL adventure

An American dream dashed: why Louis Rees-Zammit called time on NFL adventure

Louis Rees-Zammit, a talented Welsh rugby player, decided to end his NFL adventure with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Confusion over his role and a lack of standout skills made it difficult for him to switch sports successfully. Despite his initial foray into the NFL, rugby is welcoming him back with open arms. The Wales coach, Steve Tandy, has already hinted at naming Rees-Zammit in his first squad for the upcoming Autumn Nations games, considering his return a "great boost to the game, to fans and to coaches". The article highlights the challenges Rees-Zammit faced in transitioning to the NFL and his decision to return to his roots in rugby union.

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