An American Dream Breaks: Why Louis Rees-Zammit Calls Time in NFL Adventure

“W.Hen, you are very talented and have choices, and you will do what suits you best. ” Unexpectedly returned to the Rugby League from the NFL.

Less than a week after Rees-Zammit announced that he would leave the Jacksonville Jaguars on the eve of the 2025 season, Wales coach Steve Tandy named him the “Great Build” game for his upcoming fall country against Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa, and described it as “Great Coach” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” and “Fans” fans.

The initial explanation for the premature end of Rees-Zammit’s American Dream last week was that it boils down to doom, injury and the sack of the Jaguar coaching staff, who recruited him from the Kansas City Chiefs at the end. Just a few months ago He seems determined to stay in the NFL At least another year. “I haven’t left rugby for a year, and people would be stupid to think I’m going to leave right away,” he said in February.

Rees-Zammit made enough progress in Jacksonville to perform a 90-man training squad, but the back injury last month continued, reducing his chances of getting an active 53-man squad over the following season, triggering a sudden reassessment. Other situations seem to have changed in the case of dismissed head coach Doug Pedersen and his assistant being fired in April.

As Bell suggests, Rees-Zammit’s choice has increased elsewhere. In addition to Tandy’s leadership, the prospects for other parts of Wales are known to be approaching the R360 joining, by saying hello to him, Plan to build a rebel alliance His supporters have reportedly signed a pre-contract agreement with 160 players, with planned releases expected next year.

While money has never been Rees-Zammit’s main motivation – his minimum wage in Jacksonville is £712,000 – the prospect of earning a 12-match season in a 12-month period will be understandably attractive.

“Professional sports provide you with a short window,” Bell said. Bell took a closer look at Rees-Zammit during training this summer, preparing for his role as Sky Sports analyst. “You’ve been fighting your father’s time.

“Louis should be proud of himself. NFL We celebrate playing two different positions. The fact that he even tried to do a completely different exercise at the highest level was surprising. This year, he could have seen the team composition of what I saw in training, you never knew.

“I’m the wrong person because I shouldn’t have done that. I didn’t play in the draft, but ended up playing in the NFL for eight years.”

Other experts disagree with whether Rees-Zammit has a chance to enter the NFL. He signed a three-year contract with the Chiefs last summer after successfully completing a 16-week training camp by NFL international Pathway, but after three pre-season games, he was released to the Jaguars last August and then signed a new 12-month contract in February.

Given all his talent and speed, even his athleticism isn’t great by NFL standards – his best time for the 4.43-second 40-yard dash recorded at Kansas 40 yards is much higher than the 4.20 benchmark set by the Chiefs’ fastest receiver (Xavier Worthy) – although he’s technically understandable.

In retrospect, his first friendly appearance with the Chiefs last August was coincidental, the Jaguars signed with him a few weeks later, a sign of the chaos of the entire escape, and the coaches were unsure how to use him. He used in four different positions in a No. 9 shirt – Run back kicking, kicker, as part of a special team covered by the punt – totaling four yards.

“I think Rees-Zammit is a great athlete, but there are 500 people in Florida alone in terms of rhythm and athleticism.” The double Super Bowl champion turned BBC Pundit Osi Umenyiora, who was born in London, and then enjoyed an outstanding career with the New York Giants and the Atlanta Falcons. “You have to be good at sports to learn the game and then break through.”

Bell believes Rees-Zammit will acquire new skills and grow into a person because of his once-in-a-lifetime experience.

“He will learn different ways to attack empty people, which is different ways to attack in a narrow space,” Bell said. “He has new skills that opponents won’t see in rugby games. His mindset is mature. He really goes out of his comfort zone.”

Gloucester’s national defense coach Dom Waldouck, who coached at Kingsholm for six years, also praised his mentality, but the forecast will take time to readjust the different needs of rugby. The two have been in touch during their NFL stays, and Rees-Zammit visited the Gloucester locker room in a Premier League match against Leicester last winter.

“He changed a little bit physically,” Valduke said. “The NFL athlete has a different athletic image than a football player, so he is bigger and more muscular.

“The NFL is a very anaerobic sport, and football is more aerobic, so it takes him some time to get him back quickly. But Louis is a talented football player and he will be able to adjust. Rugby is in his blood, so it shouldn’t take too long.

“It’s not a failure, it’s just a chapter that’s closed in his life. He has incredible self-confidence and he needs to go there first. He has what I call a “champion mindset.” He believes he’ll be great, so he’s great.

“This mindset is very rare even in elite sports. The human brain doesn’t think that way, but he’s ready to tear apart and show rugby what they’re missing.”

Former Welsh and Lions winger Alex Cuthbert is not too worried about the physical transition that may be needed and is supporting Rees-Zammit for immediate impact. In the short term, his biggest challenge may be secured with the club contract, as most of the budget has been allocated six weeks before the start of the European season.

It is understood that Gloucester rejected first, but is already close to the salary cap threshold, and Bristol is believed to be exploring their options. this Red Bull acquires Newcastle FalconAs The Guardian revealed in June, another interesting possibility is raised because energy drink companies undoubtedly have a connection to global stars’ resources and desires.

“I’m not even sure he needs a club to play for Wales,” Cusbert said. “He’s exactly what Welsh rugby is missing. It’s so negative for such a long time in Wales, but Louis will be excited and with an X factor on it. He can be our Henry Pollock.”

“After spending 18 months in the NFL, he will be a better professional, in better health and will bring in a large number of casual fans. This is a great time for him to come back as there are new Welsh coaches and two years of the World Cup.”