Former Kansas City Chiefs RB Louis Rees-Zammit announces return to rugby

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A former Kansas City Chiefs project attempting to transition from rugby to the NFL is deciding to end its football journey. Louis Rees-Zammit began his professional football career with Kansas City in 2024, posting on Instagram his intentions to return to the sport that made him famous.

"I've got an exciting announcement to make! I've decided to leave the NFL and return to rugby!" wrote Rees-Zammit. "It's been a great experience, but it's time to come home. I've decided that this is the best time to make this decision to give myself time to get everything in place for next season."

The Chiefs shocked the football world when they announced they added the Welsh rugby star last year. He was a product of the NFL International Player Pathway program.

Rees-Zammit played in all three preseason games, showing his versatility in different positions. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach and his staff took notice, but may not have seen his development working in time to make the roster. He finished last season on the practice squad with the Jacksonville Jaguars.