Louis Rees-Zammit speaks as a Kansas City Chief player! ⭕

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Louis Rees-Zammit, former Rugby player, has made the move to NFL side Kansas City Chiefs through the international players pathway. Louis spoke in a press conference and answered a range of questions.
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[@tombanks6630]

One thing I’m not sure the American fans realise is how good a rugby player and how good a career he has walked away from. He wasn’t just a pro rugby player. He was one of the brightest talents in world rugby. I hope he gets a chance. He obviously has a lot to learn, but unlike most rookies, he completely understands pro sport… the dedication, training, mindset, pressure… etc.

[@craigevans8912]

Great comment 👌

[@ultimatechickenhorsesweat2614]

Very well spoken, thank you for educating me

[@MrHunterbg]

Doubt he’ll make the roster, so I think he’s still going to be such in rugby. Hope whatever he wants more works out for him.

[@adrian2736]

You dont think college players learn any of that?

[@bear1245]

They’ll ruin him

[@lunganihlongwa1206]

What an inspiration this young man is. He is the definition of chasing your dreams. I'm backing him to succeed... Much respect from South Africa.

[@FlatSpinMan]

This guy is impressive. He knows he’s new to the sport but while respecting the challenge he is also aware of his natural ability. I really hope he succeeds.

[@yoavbeneliyahu6686]

As the chiefs religiously insisting to add difficulties and dramas around mahomes weapons (juju, now rashee rice, and kt) he'll probably going to ball out and save the kingdom

[@craigacronin]

How well does he come across. So mature and well spoken for his age with the interest of the whole country watching his progress.

[@SavageMMA12]

We love him here in Kansas City!

[@sebsweeting9335]

Completely agree, quite a lot of pressure on him. Nice concise yet formative answers

[@Spaxcore]

He's being playing at the highest level in rugby since he was a teenager. He's very well exposed to the media.

[@craigacronin]

@@Spaxcore to be honest Wayne Rooney and David Beckham have had so much more experience and get comes across much better and well spoken.

[@popbear1976]

Just comes across as a humble and likeable guy. Hope he smashes it

[@markwillies7666]

As a South African rugby fan its a pity he has left rugby but I do hope the bloke makes it in the NFL.

[@eunicesaiti]

Rees love you all the way from Wales, fly high ❤

[@bjornnilsen6953]

The American press is going to LOVE this guy! Hope we see a lot of LRZ!

[@mattdoliver1984]

I really hope he makes the team and gets some time on the field, I've only been following American football the last 3ish years but I'm a massive rugby fan.

[@SavageMMA12]

Brother I’ve been a fan of American football my entire life. Not only do I believe he’ll make the team, but I truly believe his style will transition successfully just based on his athleticism alone. It might take a year, but he’s young! Can’t wait to see him play

[@mattdoliver1984]

@@SavageMMA12 Nor me to be honest, he must be doing something right for the Chiefs to want to give him time on the mic or would they do that with everyone?? I know the short clips there is don't give much away but his form etc looks decent

[@bear1245]

Wish he’d stayed in Rugby

[@mattdoliver1984]

@@bear1245 I hear you bro

[@bear1245]

@@mattdoliver1984 Welsh captain for a decade just gone there. Hope they don’t ruin him

[@benrichards7664]

As a Welshman I was gutted when he first announced he was leaving rugby, definitely a little angry too. Now that a little time has passed I couldn't wish him more luck for he future, make Wales known in the NFL!!

[@vince7207]

He'll out "The UK" on the map.... That'll mean 95% of Americans calling him English though, just so you know.

[@vernonhelverson6960]

Chiefs fans are excited! His attitude seems great! Mahomes should take to that!

[@bear1245]

Gutted he left Rugby

[@vince7207]

@@joannemayer6941 he needs to start putting on a thick accent so people question him maybe and make a thing about it 😂

[@simonglancy7070]

Not sure why the welsh are gutted you have several better players in that position :P

[@wherethehatis]

Great interview. Great responses from Louis. Very natural and charming. Good luck Louis from back here in Wales. Watching your journey with interest and rooting for you. I hope you can contribute and be a great asset to The Chiefs.

[@jimwoday1776]

wishing him all the best from the UK, go and be special

[@ribbs67]

For anyone who hasn't watched it I would highly recommend going and watching the international player pathway videos. They follow LRZ through the camp all the way up until he is signed with the Chiefs it's pretty amazing.

[@damienkearns3654]

Thanks for that recommendation

[@70260j]

If he can crack the game, he has the charm, intelligence and looks to be very marketable. I'm sure all Louis is thinking about is the on-field aspect. Good luck to him. He was a very good rugby player. You have to be to play for the British and Irish Lions.

[@surfing3333]

󠁧Go on Zammo, doing Wales proud boy 🔴🔴 💪

[@leejohnson6516]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@mattsavage1951]

I really like this guy 😎 can’t wait to watch him play!! He’s got a positive attitude and he’s mentally sharp! He should do well!!

[@joebetwa]

The US pundits are very confused with how the Chiefs are handling LRZ. They couldn't envisage him making the grade but he seems to have defied expectations, and coaches are very impressed. This has lead to the Chiefs not going after more wide receivers and other offensive players that they were expected to go for. Rookie mini camp seems to have opened some disbelieving eyes.

[@mattdoliver1984]

Hopefully hes gonna surprise alot of people

[@williamd1891]

He has the natural talent, he just needs to learn the playbook. An Andy Ried playbook is not really a book it's a volume. Some players still don't get it even after year two.

[@thund3r94]

He certainly has talent but he’s so far behind in terms of general football knowledge that it’s unlikely he’ll make the roster right away (maybe a punt returner)

[@mattdoliver1984]

@@thund3r94 I know he's got a lot to learn but he's grown up watching the game and even took time when the rugby season ended to go to the states and train with football coaches, I know that doesn't compare to a kid from America growing up with football but I think he's more knowledgeable about the game than what people think, his dad used to play American football in UK

[@thund3r94]

@@mattdoliver1984 im sure he is knowledgeable but not as knowledgeable as the other pros, also i wasnt responding to you i was responding to the original comment lol (no offense)

[@Irished58]

Welcome Louis, I’ll be rooting for you to meld into a new style star!!

[@keithcrane469]

Really happy for him 👍

[@VanderlayLux]

Great work Louis! Brilliant stuff

[@billparry7058]

Good luck to him👏

[@adnylang]

This is very exciting to see how he progresses - massive respect and huge courage. Punt returning could be a really strong part of his game in my opinion

[@martinconnors5195]

Release the Welsh Dragon onto the other teams in the NFL. Go Louis and GO CHIEFS

[@dawnrule8926]

He learnt the script! NFL for your entertainment!

[@rogermcgrath7946]

He’s still in the Welsh colours! Good luck to him

[@rig2037]

Seahawks fan, really love what this kid brings to the game and the Chiefs are a great place for him. Hope he makes the roster it will be huge. I can see him being really good on designed screens, catching out of the backfield, He might be ELITE at wheel routes, Hook and ladder, designed laterals, getting open for a late checkdown and getting YAC for a first, he should be really good at breaking tackles with good physicality and awareness, nice speed And lots more. He is a very talented athlete. Runningback makes sense for him but he isnt really a “running back” but its the best way to get him schemed in on plays. Chiefs are so fun to watch and continue to try and change the game of football while they can with the great team they have built. Good luck this season you guys, you are always hard to beat. They want to have an explosive offense, he can add to it if he can learn quickly. He has time to develop though, no need to throw him out there when hes too raw. Good luck Louis Rees Zammit ! His arms look RIPPED by the way.

[@PaulWoodhouse-if4hf]

Nice one Louis , came over really well , Always be a Cherry and Whites legend

[@davidjones190]

I think the whole of Wales are missing you i’m sure you will show Welsh spirit to the game in America, and it will be admired all over the world. Best of luck.

[@Yelnats87]

C'mon Rees Lightning! I'm so intrigued to see how the Rubgy lad's from over here can transfer their running game from rugger to the NFL. All the best lad! I can see his RB running routes and style being very similar to McCaffery's!

[@anitagillette1727]

Glad to have him here. Welcome to Chiefs Kingdom.

[@Langers0404]

As a guy from the UK former rugby player I really hope he excels in the league. As a Raiders fan who has seen him play, I’m scared

[@markwang77]

it's a long shot to make a NFL 53-man roster but i'm rooting for him. even if he was on the margin of getting cut, i hope the Chiefs would give him a chance for this season. great story!

[@paulkillick527]

The young man come across well hope it works out for him

[@llluka5965]

He is crazy LIKEABLE!!!! Star ⭐️

[@cleanslate2004]

He's one of many that have made the transition from one very tough contact sport to another. Remember The NFL targets track stars all the time.

[@russelluasilaa8843]

excited to see Rees play football..

[@Algorithm347]

I don’t know anything about him but wish the young Brit all the luck in the world !

[@indielover85]

As someone that follows Union as well as NFL I will definitely be keeping an eye out for him if he makes the final squad knowing how creative Andy Reid is with his plays I can see him getting in on the action

[@dannigermanpronounced.7401]

You go 👍🏻

[@user-mq4hr1ly4b]

Rees-Zammit that’s generational wealth right there

[@francismeehan5298]

Irish man living here fan of both sports...first thing gotta make the 54 ....then we will see long time until preseason

[@willmiles5236]

53*

[@francismeehan5298]

My bad

[@vince7207]

Whoops.

[@JamesJones-do8rj]

​​@@willmiles5236It's 54 now I've seen alot of people say because of the academy thing hes come through.

[@callumevans8466]

He's got all the attributes to become great,if hes coached well hell be brilliant

[@jebremocampo9194]

Holding on to the ball and not letting opponents trip it from you is a concept I hope he is able to perfect since in rugby, they rarely try to strip the ball from each other

[@AnthonyJones-eu6uv]

In rugby we rarely rip the ball because rugby players are very good at keeping hold of it. You lose the ball by having it ripped from you your team will tell you straight!!!!

[@JamesJones-do8rj]

Stripping the ball is a big thing in rugby just not as much at the top level because they're all so good at carrying it. It won't be a problem for him

[@jebremocampo9194]

@JamesJones-do8rj fingers crossed 🤞 cuz NFL players who've trained their whole lives to be the best at their craft still get stripped...so hopefully you're right

[@indielover85]

The thing is in NFL more defenders will be trying to rip the ball because unlike in rugby it don’t matter wether the ball goes forwards or backwards once it hits the ground

[@geraldthomas8948]

Rees mellten (Rees Lightning) Tarane (Thunder) welsh.18 welsh people signed the American declaration of independence

[@juliettumang4852]

welcome lois!!!!! let’s go chiefs!!!!

[@nickmorris5546]

Good luck to the lad. Big mountain to climb but he definitely has the right attitude to go along with the athleticism.

[@michaelgrant2132]

Great to see LRZ living his dream.

[@craigodix7712]

Rumble young man rumble wishing him the best

[@yo5535]

I like this dude

[@samuele.marcora]

Go Louis!

[@williamcarter3933]

Happy for him, gutted for Welsh Rugby.

[@PaulWilliams-xz3mz]

Good luck louis 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👍

[@mikemike6182]

even if he doesnt start this season, he still could learn a lot. lesgoo

[@portmanjohn1]

Good luck to him

[@scottadams4655]

Lewis!!

[@Poweroftouch]

Good luck mate

[@28copland]

A gud kid, best of luck to him

[@user-xh4bw2zc4g]

This is very interesting. Might watch Some kansas city just to see the change of direction for this young englishman. Correction: Welshman. Interested still all the same.

[@stuartclarkson48]

Good luck to the lad

[@johnleigh2752]

As a Welsh man I wish him all the best as a Welsh rugby fan hope it ruins his career

[@jellslixcy6168]

I hope he smashes it. Come on Louis!

[@rochi5]

Watch out Travis. This young man is more Taylor's speed.

[@tomflaushe]

Hope he does very well for himself.

[@willgarbett7624]

Shock the world!!!

[@tedlee2861]

Hes going to be ok😁

[@peterwomersley]

he will be a super star technically skillful intelligent and good looking If he stays fit he wil be remmbererd for may years to come

[@gnd111]

Hope he can play 3 or 4 years in KC, get a ring then he can go back to dominating Rugby

[@XTen1000DaysX]

Can't imagine he would.

[@timewellspent9216]

Looking forward to seeing how this lad adapts! I don't watch rugby but he obviously must have caught coaches eyes with what he can do. Let's go chiefs 💪 Good luck LRZ 👍 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇺🇸🔥

[@gregmusto3336]

Wrong flag 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 not 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@dusgate23]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@ashleyknight455]

@@gregmusto3336he’s probably English but chooses wales because his dad is from wales or his mum

[@surfing3333]

@@ashleyknight455 dw man hes not Welsh in a similar way to Sterling/Grealish/Vunipola etc are 'english', he's 100% Welsh, born in Cardiff to Welsh parents, lived almost all his life in Wales

[@timewellspent9216]

I didn't know he was Welsh? He has zero Welsh accent for someone that's 'lived all of his life in Wales'? 🤷‍♂️ Who cares, good luck to him 👍

[@normakachel996]

I am going to call him ZOOMIT.....can't wait to see him fly down the field

[@MiracleBro605]

I like this kid alot. he has star potential

[@SIMON2500065]

Mate welldone and if you play American football aswell as you do union you will do well

[@Ramtho94]

speaking as a Kansas City Chief player should be more like "REFS, they are being mean!"

[@tommybear666]

Louis Rees zammit training

[@SirLangsalot]

Superstar in waiting.

[@parker6818]

O chance

[@kimberlitemusic]

CHIEFS FAN HERE LETS GO BROTHA!!

[@joannemayer6941]

He’s Welsh ‘Let’s go boyo’ 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 😂😂

[@kimberlitemusic]

@@joannemayer6941 lolol

[@alynjones3389]

give me that ball that's all he needs

[@mattt1212]

Go smash it LRZ!

[@fvaron]

I wonder what he thinks about BBQ?

[@brandonmikes385]

Ah so it’s pronounced “Lewis” and not “Louis”

[@gonzluisd]

Man, it's hard to not cheer for the Chiefs

[@howardlee8590]

Should be put in slot for sure

[@Nige.]

What prompted you to want to come over? (If we’re honest) Money… mainly the money

[@leedavis6000]

He’s going to be deadly behind a shield. As soon as he smells that open air he’s gone.

[@Norseman311]

Hope this guy replaces RR

[@essence6603]

I don’t

[@jellslixcy6168]

Unlikely

[@damienkearns3654]

DeSean Jackson??? Don't drop it before you're in the Endzone

[@damienkearns3654]

This fella has Tyreek wheels...if he can catch it...Special... because he's been following NFL since he was a young kid and dreamt of this.

[@parker6818]

No he does not have Tyreek Hill wheels😭 not even close to same play speed.

[@boks23]

more articulate than all the other nfl players.

[@hashbrown4278]

Not really

[@callumevans8466]

He'll make the 54, but with ball in hand hes a danger

[@Blimzio]

As Springbok supporter and someone that has played provincial rugby for Western Province growing up, Rees-Zammit is a world class rugby player and he will dominate in the NFL, just give him a season or 2. They're in for a big surprise when they are going to try and tackle him, this guy is battle hardened from a lifetime of playing rugby without padding. he is used to jumping in the air for the ball with 7 players around him ar full pace, this will be a peace of cake for him.

[@dylanshallish8222]

He wasn’t world class at all, he’s bang average with a bit of pace mun

[@Blimzio]

@@dylanshallish8222 okay sure 🤣🤣🤣

[@dylanshallish8222]

@@Blimzio I’m Welsh, watched him play from the start of his professional career, he his literally bang average, so over rated

[@Blimzio]

@@dylanshallish8222 okay buddy. you do you.

[@Blimzio]

@@dylanshallish8222 👍

[@cornedenecker1636]

Hes good, but he's not in the top 10 best wingers in world rugby even. Still hopes he does well and shows all the doubters

[@simonhattrell5321]

Great loss to Gloucester and Wales.

[@RAWFUDGE1974]

What position is he playing?!!

[@mercury57106]

return/rb

[@vantheman1238]

Number 8 I think but I’m not sure

[@willmiles5236]

@@vantheman1238that is not a position

[@Nizzleson]

​@@willmiles5236It's a rugby position. I think it was a joke.

[@TubaTones]

@@willmiles5236joke went WAAAY over your head

[@randyduncan1]

Is this how European fans feel when an American plays soccer over there?

[@gabearenson2595]

This dude trying everything he can to be a WR and not a RB. Can't say i blame him

[@zh2184]

Handsome, charismatic and British! Travis better keep his girlfriend away from this guy, considering her previous tastes in boys.

[@zac1672]

Yawn

[@hashbrown4278]

@@zac1672he might be right

[@sandeepsmatharu]

This guy will make it and can say this with certainty with zero knowledge of rugby and American football

[@giannieyaa8721]

Let me get ur dentist details stilllll

[@stevee797]

Got to stop the . Umms!

[@aidenvanaswegen8475]

I like this move but saying you’ve achieved everything in rugby is insane

[@jonnyhawkins7744]

The money I think is the answer to that question Mr Zammit

[@Liam-zu3yz]

He needs to sue his dentist

[@JohnSmith-ti8sf]

Are his teeth stuck together??

[@DJL99]

He’s got veneers I think they’re slightly too large for his mouth lol