Louis Rees-Zammit Signs Active Roster Deal with Jacksonville Jaguars

The former Wales rugby star solidifies his NFL ambitions after a year of transition and training with the Jaguars.

Louis Rees-Zammit, a former Wales rugby union standout, has been promoted to the Jacksonville Jaguars' active roster as a wide receiver for the 2025 NFL season.
Rees-Zammit joined the NFL through the International Player Pathway Program in 2024, transitioning from rugby to American football and signing initially with the Kansas City Chiefs before being waived and moving to the Jaguars' practice squad.
The 24-year-old athlete emphasized his commitment to pursuing a long-term NFL career, dismissing any considerations of returning to rugby despite interest from rugby clubs and former coaches.
Jacksonville Jaguars' interim general manager Ethan Waugh facilitated the move to the active roster, as the team undergoes significant leadership changes, including hiring Liam Coen as the new head coach.
Rees-Zammit described the past year as a challenging but rewarding learning experience and expressed excitement about continuing his development with the Jaguars in the upcoming season.