Contract details are yet to be revealed but Ian Rapoport, NFL Network’s reporter, noted that Rees-Zammit’s deal includes guaranteed money as well as a signing bonus.
The length of Rees-Zammit’s contract feels significant, giving the 23-year-old added security as he continues to adapt to the sport. Players who graduate from the NFL’s International Player Pathway are typically assigned to an NFL practice squad to continue their development.
But the recent changes to the NFL kickoff rules suit Rees-Zammit’s athleticism and could lead to him finding a spot on the Chiefs’ final 53-man roster at the end of August ahead of the new season, which would be an extraordinary achievement having only quit rugby to join the IPP back in January.