Reports: Chiefs reach deal with rugby player

Field Level Media|published: Thu 28th March, 12:57 2024

Feb 9, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; A large Kansas City Chiefs helmet at the NFL Experience at the Mandalay Bay South Convention Center. credits: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The Kansas City Chiefs agreed to terms with former rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit, multiple media outlets reported.

Bleacher Report said the Chiefs have designs on having Rees-Zammit, a native of Wales, compete as both a running back and wide receiver. He also will be expected to participate on special teams, particularly on returns under the NFL's new kickoff format.

Rees-Zammit, 23, announced his desire to play in the NFL during a social media post in January. He ran a 4.43 in the 40-yard dash during his International Pathway Program pro day last week.

This season, NFL teams are allowed to promote an international practice squad player to the active roster a maximum of three times.

—Field Level Media