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Wales Winger Louis Rees-Zammit Makes Shocking Career Change to NFL

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Find out why Louis Rees-Zammit is leaving rugby for American football! 🏉➡️🏈

Wales winger Louis Rees-Zammit has shocked the rugby world by announcing his departure from the sport to chase his dream of playing in the NFL. The talented player has been released by Gloucester to join the NFL's International Player Pathway program, leaving fans and teammates stunned. Rees-Zammit described this move as a painstaking decision but expressed his extreme excitement for this new chapter in his career.

In a surprising turn of events, the young rugby star's decision to leave ahead of the Six Nations tournament has garnered mixed reactions, with some questioning the move while others support his pursuit of a new challenge. Despite the uncertainty, Rees-Zammit remains determined to make a mark in American football and is open to a potential return to rugby in the future.

On the day Wales announced their squad for the Six Nations, the spotlight shifted to Rees-Zammit's departure, overshadowing other team developments. This sudden shift in Wales' lineup raises questions about the team's strategy and the impact of losing a key player like Rees-Zammit. His bold move serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of sports and the athletes' pursuit of their dreams, no matter the obstacles.

Louis Rees-Zammit's transition from rugby to the NFL highlights the versatility and ambitions of modern athletes. As he embarks on this new journey, all eyes will be on his progress in the American football world, with fans eagerly awaiting his success in this exciting career shift. Only time will tell if Rees-Zammit's decision will lead to triumph in his pursuit of the NFL dream.

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Wales winger Rees-Zammit quits rugby to chase NFL dream (RTE.ie)

Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit has been released by his club Gloucester with immediate effect so he can "pursue his dream" of a career in American football.

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Louis Rees-Zammit leaves rugby ahead of Six Nations to pursue ... (Sky Sports)

Louis Rees-Zammit: In a move I am extremely excited about, I can confirm I will be joining the NFLs International Player Pathway program in pursuit of ...

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Gloucester release Louis Rees-Zammit so he can pursue 'dream' of ... (Laois Nationalist)

By Andrew Baldock, PA Sport Rugby Union Correspondent. Gloucester have released Wales and British and Irish Lions wing Louis Rees-Zammit with immediate ...

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Wales's Louis Rees-Zammit quits rugby to join NFL ahead of Six ... (Sky News)

Rees-Zammit said stepping away from international rugby ahead of the Six Nations tournament was "a painstaking decision" but he was "extremely excited" by ...

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Louis Rees-Zammit quits rugby in shock move to pursue dream of ... (The Guardian)

Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit has been released by his club Gloucester with immediate effect so he can 'pursue his dream' of a career in American football.

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Wales star Louis Rees-Zammit quits rugby on eve of Six Nations as ... (planetrugby.com)

Rugby fans were stunned on Tuesday when it was announced that Louis Rees-Zammit has left Gloucester to pursue a career in the National Football League.

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Rookie second-row to lead new-look Wales in the Six Nations after ... (planetrugby.com)

Dafydd Jenkins is in line to become the second youngest men's player to lead Wales after being named as their captain for this year's Six Nations.

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Jenkins leads Wales as Rees-Zammit heads to NFL (BBC Sport)

Louis Rees-Zammit sensationally quit rugby to pursue an American football career on the day Wales announced their 34-man squad for the Six Nations.

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Six Nations LIVE: Wales and Scotland name squads after Louis ... (The Independent)

Warren Gatland and Gregor Townsend have announced their squads for next month's tournament · Wales and Scotland Six Nations squad announcements - live updates.

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Warren Gatland calls up five uncapped players after Louis Rees ... (BreakingNews.ie)

The squad announcement, though, was overshadowed by Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit being released by Gloucester to pursue his dream of a career in the NFL.

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Wales star Louis Rees-Zammit to 'pursue dream' of new career in NFL (The42)

The Gallagher Premiership club made the announcement as Wales head coach Warren Gatland prepared to unveil his squad for the Guinness Six Nations Championship.

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Louis Rees-Zammit open to rugby return despite quitting to pursue ... (Independent.ie)

The Wales wing has been released by his club Gloucester with immediate effect to join the NFL international player pathway in the United States. The bombshell ...

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The road to American football – how do Louis Rees-Zammit and ... (The Irish Times)

Wales rugby international joins GAA goalkeepers Beggan, Smyth and Jackson as well as ex-rugby pro Darragh Leader in trying to make the NFL.

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Wales and Lions winger Louis Rees-Zammit quits rugby to pursue ... (Independent.ie)

Wales boss Warren Gatland has named five uncapped players in his squad for the Guinness Six Nations Championship.

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Gloucester release Louis Rees-Zammit so he can pursue 'dream' of ... (Waterford News and Star)

By Andrew Baldock, PA Sport Rugby Union Correspondent. Gloucester have released Wales and British and Irish Lions wing Louis Rees-Zammit with immediate ...

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Wales boss Warren Gatland has 'no idea' if 'freak' Louis Rees ... (Eurosport.com)

Wales boss Warren Gatland has described Louis Rees-Zammit as a “freak” of an athlete but says it is difficult to know if his NFL switch will be successful.

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Warren Gatland unsure if 'freak' Louis Rees-Zammit can crack NFL ... (The Independent)

Rees-Zammit's rugby union career comes to a halt after winning 32 Wales caps.

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How Rees-Zammit can fulfil his American dream (BBC Sport)

Wales and Gloucester winger Louis Rees-Zammit leaves rugby union to join the NFL international player pathway.

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Louis-Rees Zammit slams backlash after confirming 'dream' NFL move (planetrugby.com)

Wales star Louis Rees-Zammit has fired back at those who have criticised him for ditching rugby union for a chance of playing in the NFL.

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