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Louis Rees-Zammit has opened up on his first practice sessions with the Kansas City Chiefs, as Andy Reid offered an early verdict on the ex-rugby star.
Speaking at a press conference after completing the Chiefs' three-day rookie camp on Monday, the 23-year-old Welshman drew similarities between American football and rugby following his first impressions of the new sport he now plays.
'When there's open field, I feel like I'm playing rugby,' Rees-Zammit said. 'I can use my awareness when I am in space. Then that's when I can cause the most damage.'
Rees-Zammit was practicing for the first time since singing with the Chiefs in March. He also joined a group of Chiefs player working out with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes in Texas in April.
The Chiefs plan to deploy the former international rugby star as a running back and kickoff returner.
Former rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit revealed he's enjoyed his transition to American football
The 23-year-old will be used as a running back and kickoff returner by the Chiefs next season
'Pretty good week,' Rees-Zammit said of the three-day camp. 'It was great to
