American Reacts to Louis Rees-Zammit's NFL Debut! (HE'S GOOD!)
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- Here's my reaction to Louis Rees-Zammit's FIRST ever preseason NFL game!
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Hey everyone, just wanted to make a quick correction to my video. On my first watch-through, I missed that LRZ actually made that special teams tackle. My bad on that one - sometimes these details slip by, especially in fast-paced games. Thanks to those who pointed it out in the comments. I always aim for accuracy, so I appreciate you guys keeping me on my toes. I'll make sure to pay closer attention in future reviews. Thanks for watching, and I'll catch you in the next video!
Hey man, I was going to mention this too and point out a few things. I'm an ex rugby player from Wales (too old now) who played at a semi pro level and I know very little about American Football, however, there are some solid cross overs. Tackling and open field play being some of them. My understanding is that neck injuries are (or were) very common in AF and one of the reasons was poor tackling technique (correct me if I'm wrong). Conversely, because it's generally one on one tackling in rugby, there's a big emphasis on making your tackle as the opposition will flood through the defensive line and be difficult to contain and prevent from scoring if tackles are missed. So with those 2 points in mind, we really focus on tackling technique and we're taught to get the head "behind" the player so that the impact is on the shoulder, and not the neck. The way you described how he should tackle would mean that his head would be "in front" of the player and the impact would have been on the side of his head and neck which would risk injury. Also, in the back of his mind is that the longer he can delay the attacking player, the more chance of the big guns turning up and munching up, which is exactly what happened as he had hold of the guy's leg and prevented him moving long enough to be tackled. Another point is the Chiefs player off to LRZs right, who's been playing AF all his life, didn't even get his finger tips on the attacking player and was left clutching at thin air. He prevented the attacking player from moving forward though so that's a win right (?), and it would have assisted LRZ in making his tackle as the player had to thread his way through traffic. Just to finish off, that kind of open field play is bread and butter for an international rugby player with the caveat that people are equally as likely to get side stepped by a smaller and lighter player in rugby as AF. People can always improve, but trying to advise LRZ on tackling and open field play is a bit like teaching a dog how to bark. All bets are off when it comes to pass protection and blocking though (I don't know what they are, but people have spoken about them). Maybe he can get that Sumo wrestler with the fast hands from Street Fighter to give him some tips? 🙂
Better than that, he beat two man coverage to execute perfect contain. The tackle (whiff) was an added bonus.
By the way - rest assured you will never…ever….have to teach an elite rugby player how to tackle.
@@Kristosdee Your points are excellent - keep making them!
I was thinking the same thing on head position with the tackle - since we were kids we are taught to protect the neck.
Other people said he looks slow and not aggressive enough. He doesn’t look particularly quick off the mark, but he actually is pretty quick. In open play, he doesn’t look super fast either - that is until you see him burn people!
Is there a play where, as a receiver, he can accelerate late to get the jump on a defender. As in, his positioning looks like taking it at X yards, but he actually takes it at X yards + 10 or 15? This will give him free space and he has great hands.
Totally new to AF and only here because of LRZ!
Go Chiefs! 😀
@@stevemoffatt2896 Hey there! I appreciate your enthusiasm for Louis-Rees Zammit's NFL debut. It's exciting to see a rugby star make the transition.
You're right that rugby players are generally excellent tacklers, but I'd have to respectfully disagree that they never need to be taught how to tackle in American football. The techniques and goals are actually quite different between the two sports.
In rugby, players often aim for lower body tackles to stop forward momentum, and they have to wrap up the ball carrier. In American football, especially for a gunner on special teams like Zammit, the primary goal is often to slow down or redirect the returner rather than always going for a full takedown.
The containment aspect you is crucial. As a gunner, Zammit's job isn't just to make the tackle - it's to force the returner towards the middle of the field where there's more help. This "outside-in" technique is pretty different from rugby where you're often trying to push attackers towards the sideline.
Also, in American football, players have to be way more aware of potential blocks coming from any direction. They need to use their hands to shed these blocks while keeping their eyes on the ball carrier - something that's not as common in rugby.
So while Zammit's rugby skills definitely give him a great foundation, there's still a learning curve with the specific techniques and strategies in American football.
@@QSNgg interesting 👍
I actually believe louis did make a tap tackle on that guy which is why he went down
Yeah, you’re 100% right about that Alun. I completely missed it on the first Playthrough. Thanks for spotting that and making that correction.
@@QSNggI came here to say the same…he tripped him up, so it worked.
@@QSNgg it still doesn't make your advice wrong though as he still almost went passed him but that was his rugby background kicking in
@@alunmorgan2352 no helmets or pads in rugby so gotta get your head the right side
The amount of pressure the first game has to be insane. Once he stops thinking the better he’ll get.
You’re 100% right about that. You could definitely tell he was thinking more than allowing his body to play freely.
It will be great to see how he develops over the coming months
In rugby, we're taught to tackle with our head on the rear side for safety. It's a just a mechanical instinct he has to get over. It's how we prevent getting a knee to the ear and a concussion.
Yeah that makes sense. Hard to unlearn that in such a short period of time
This confused me a lot when I started watching NFL as it's the same in rugby league. When people get their head in the wrong position in either type of rugby, it's bad news.
It's funny to think what we believe is correct form in rugby is wrong in the NFL.
Spot on mate, but because of ur shoulder pads in am football you put ur head on the opposite side to rugby, that’s the main tackling difference !
Cheek-to-cheek was the technique we were taught as kids in south wales 😂
He literally got the tackle, man. Watch it again. He had the guy's feet.
Yep, you’re correct about that. I missed it on the first play through. Good catch.
@@QSNggyeh it’s textbook last ditch tackle in rugby, in rugby you’ll have to tackle people that could be a foot taller or shorter than you, you hit low and then take the legs. I think LRZs biggest hurdle might be how he looks in play to NFL fans and coaches, even if what he does is effective it just might not look like what they’ve been conditioned to think of as ‘right’ I’m Thinking Chad Bradford in moneyball. Rugby tackling technique could definitely work in the NFL go look at a compilation of Sam underhill, that said LRZ was never known for his defence, get him in some space with ball in hand and he’ll thrive
@@AnalogFilmDiary Coach in NFL often goes to rugby club because they know it's more effectiv. Issu is that american don't learn it at young age because high school coach and players thinks this way.
Have to say I completely disagree he whiffs. No other player makes any real contact with the returner. That’s a tackle for Zammit. Be fair man.
A wiff is wiff and that was a missed tackle. I would say it for anybody that made that did the same thing
@@QSNgg disagree. Wasn’t a wiff. He was the one who brought the man down. Thats a tackle.
In rugby, I'd call that a partial tackle in that he almost stopped him.
@@exthereon6916 I stand corrected. I just went back and rewatched that play and LRZ DID grab his foot up and tripped him up. Good catch and thank you for the correction
@@w0033944 you're right I missed that. That was a tackle made by LRZ
What’s crazy is a guy that has only a few months of American football practice is able to play in the NFL.
Yeah, you’re right about that. It’s really great to see him. Get some playing time and testing his skill out on the highest level.
Imagine an NFL player playing their first rugby match against the British and Irish Lions. That is the size of his task. They would be all at sea 100%. He needs game time. Without that he’ll not progress.
Huh, these first games are mainly practice squad players trying to make the top side. Would be closer to an NFL player playing in the preseason trial games for a top tier club team.
LRZ made a complete game tackling, rushing, catching and kicking.
Who else can do that?
I'm a long time Chiefs fan and I'm excited to watch him play. LRZ did great imo considering this was the 1st pre-season game. He'll likely get many more opportunities to shine in the 2nd and 3rd pre-season games.
You’re 100% right about that. It’s his first few downs and I think he did well in the circumstances.
He’ll for sure get more reps in the upcoming games and I imagine he’s going to be on the practice squad for the rest of the season so he can continue to develop
As a Welshman it is good to see LRZ playing well. I wish him all the best for the future and look forward to watching him play more
This was really interesting, bro. I can say right out that I know nothing about NFL. So this was informative, and really interesting to see a guy doing the transition.
Thanks again. Looking forward to your Championship content. 😊
John, my brother!
Yeah, I’m excited to release my championship Contant that will be dropping either tomorrow or Wednesday, but I’m covering both matches so it’ll be out this week
And I’ll be covering every round upcoming as well 🙌🏽
It was incredible weekend of rugby
Yeah the "whiff" is a rugby tackle, that's how they are taught, it's a different style. He made the tackle.
American telling a rugby player how to tackle is hilarious 😂. Half NFL linebackers don’t even have technique they just run into people and call it a hit
Great to see this broken down by somebody that knows the game. Really hoping this goes well, I'm subscribing to so many bloody NFL channels now though 🤣😂
Massive love Craig! I appreciate you boss! I'm really hoping LRZ does well. I'm sure they're going to give him the necessary time to develop especially coming from the IPP program
It's nice we're getting more footage and coverage of him now
@@QSNgg Really love how much love he's had from the US Media and the supporters, you really do have the feeling they are wishing him on, great team to be part of as well.
@@craigacronin I love to see it as well Craig. You’re 100% spot on he has a lot of support and Kansas City and the NFL pundits are positive about his progression.
I love to see the support
Think the majority of NFL fans will be impressed considering he is a green talent.
He has played on the biggest rugby stage in massive stadiums in front of thousands of fans. He wont be phased by the media attention or the spotlight. I hope he gets a shot in the main roster. He has the ability to make things happen from nowhere.
I think you’re right about that Tanner. And that’s the approach I take as I analyze him. I know he is incredibly new to football and analyze him based on that
Like you mentioned to compare him to lifelong football players would be a disservice to what he is accomplished
It will be great to see how he continues to progress over year, but I think for this year, he’ll be a practice squad player and develop his skill set from there
I want to see him do the best and I’m really cheering for him
I'm glad to see he's doing our welsh nation proudly
Love your insights bro, for someone who is new to the NFL, you certainly helped me! I also love how active you are in the comments. You’ll go far!
Thanks for the follow up Jeff great as always the podcasts from the chiefs side never really go into that much detail but I suppose if they did they would be very long podcasts if they covered every player but this is great for people like myself who have little to no knowledge of NFL there have been lots of people asking about lrzs performance but no real detail and insight like this so I shall be pushing this content on several channels for those who want to know and learn, great job as always 👌
Massive love Richard I really appreciate you!
Yeah, they are really closed mouth during preseason, especially at the conferences that they hold
Once I get more insight and more media and coverages released, I’ll be sure to get that information out to you and simplify it as best as I can so it makes sense
We still have a few more weeks of preseason left and I’m sure we’re going to see him get more playing time
I appreciate you always my friend and hope you’re having a great start to your week 🙌🏽❤️
@@QSNgg no problem just dropped you on a few of the chiefs podcasts for those who are struggling with adjusting to 2 hours of adverts and 1 hour of action 🤣 but nowhere near as difficult as I'm sure it is for lrz to adjust to NFL, I did manage to watch the whole game it was pre season but I was surprised how poor the chiefs were I've never seen so many missed tackles in my life 🤣 I did send you a link from chief concerns they did a podcasts where they had the college state or countrywide championship winning coach on to talk about lrz which was good if you check out chief concerns you'll find it easy enough if you want to have a look at it but he basically broke it down like you did when the whole thing broke 👍 weeks going good but it's only Monday, gotta keep that British pessimism up 🤣 hope your busy and doing well 👌
@@richardstuart3882 thanks for sharing this video. I really appreciate you and I hope that it’s helpful.
I’ll continue to watch his progress and update as soon as I hear anything
Really excited to see him grow and develop in the game
I appreciate you sending me the link to all things chiefs. I will check it out and keep up-to-date with everything.
I hope that you’re doing well and having an incredible start to your week
We’ll be talking soon, my friend
As a life long Rugby guy from Ireland your analysis really helps understand what LRZ is really doing in starting to play American Football. Spot on. No blocking really in rugby. I'll be keeping an eye on your channel for more great shows like this. A+
I'm not really surprised that they let him kick. Rugby players are more rounded in ball skills so I can definitely see a couple of plays that the Chiefs can come up with. Using the rugby passing skills is one I always wondered if they can find some use for it like letting him play receiver and then do some laterals after he caught the ball.
You’re 100% right about that Ruan. he definitely has a lot of diversity in all aspects of the game with his rugby background for sure
I’m interested to see how he continues to develop over these next couple of games and this season
the best part if he was used as a kickers is he's also an extra defender who can tackle well.
The way he was being used as a RB for the handoffs surprised me a bit. To the extent analogies with rugby can made, it looks to me (a rugby guy; not a gridiron guy by any stretch!) like the closest rugby positions would be something like an inside centre, or possibly a flanker. These are probably the main specialists in breaking through a lot of defensive traffic in attack and, I think, would be more likely to encounter something like the unexpected contract the OP talks about at around 09:00.
LRZ was a winger, which is much more about winning high-speed, 1-on-1 battles and - increasingly in the modern game - catching kicks behind the defensive line. (Interestingly, it's also arguably more "stop and go" (08:47) than most rugby positions, come to think of it.)
Some of the recent clips the Welsh press (who have been going absolutely nuts about all this) have been sharing have shown him taking catches in what appears to be a WR role, which seems to my uneducated eyes a less surprising fit.
I'd also mention, re the head being on the outside hip at 03:54, that the very first thing 7-year-old rugby players get taught when they first start tackling is "cheek-to-cheek": get your head behind the ball carrier. This is taught as a safety thing - it's a game played without helmets and neck protection, of course, and lots of concussions are the result of getting the head the wrong side. I suspect it may take him a while to un-learn this.
Great analysis as always
Thanks so much Lewis! I appreciate you boss! I hope you're doing well!
As a rugby player myself, LRZ did everything correct. He forced that ball runner to make a decision. (Of course that’s what every defender does). But LRZ broke down, had his head on the correct side, he made the first contact although he didn’t win it, and he did do that ankle tap which made the ball runner go down.
He needs the ball in space he will be “unstoppable”.
So if LRZ missed that tackle why did the attacking player hit the ground?
Yeah, he missed the tackle, but grabbed his foot so good job to him. I missed that he got the tackle on the first play through.
He made that tackle. The 2nd dude whiffed.
You’re 100% right about that. I missed it on the first Playthrough good catch.
Thanks for the detailed descriptions of NFL. I’m a Rugby Union follower and LRZ is an exceptional player.
It will be interesting to watch his adventure.
I have been following his progress on several channels who have lots of footage of his training camp as well as his rookie camp and OTA's as well as work he had been doing with the other receivers and running backs over at Pat Mahomes training facility in Texas before the pre season. The hardest things for him are trying to learn the playbook as well as something called pass protection blocking which he isnt that good at yet. I have just watched some highlights and top plays of legendary running back Barry Sanders. Wow, what an athlete. One of the best to ever play running back. I encourage your viewers to go watch Barry Sanders play as this is the position the chiefs have LRZ at. What LRZ doesnt have yet is footwork, agility, elusive running and explosive power from a standing start. Hoping that will develop. I think he will do better on special teams than running back.
Incredible insight and analysis Grant. I really appreciate you thoughts and perspective on his development over training camp, OTAs, and workouts. You hit the nail on the head on things he will have to continue to develop to be a stronger RB.
Yeah Barry Sanders is the GOAT and his change of direction and elusiveness has yet to be replicated. Such an incredible athlete and an even better man. He was very humble and respected the game which I absolutely loved.
Thanks so much again for your amazing response. I hope to see LRZ continue to grow and develop of the coming year.
Agree. Biggest issue is that LRZ is having to conciusly think about everything he does, rather than react instinctively
@QSNgg was surprised at his RAS only being 4.7 / 10. I get that those combine drill athletic tests aren't done in rugby so he was unprepared. Maybe the chiefs make them to them again, I don't know? Do they base his positioning in certain position rankings on these athletic scores? We must also remember he is a ROC nation athlete - they hold some clout in the NFL - it looks good if a ROC nation represented athlete is on a superbowl team. That and the fact the NFL are pushing this international player pathway program incentive onto all teams - namely allowing all NFL teams to have 1 extra player on their practice squad so long as it is an IPP player. Aaron Rodgers the great quarterback had to wait 3 or 4 years on the packers roster behind Brett Favre before he eventually got his chance to be a starter once Favre retired. But running back seems to be a position with a short overall career span in the NFL. Something like 2 or 3 seasons is the norm unless u exceptional. Did you see the Irish kicker Charlie Smythe from LRZ player pathway program is on the new Orleans saints team and scored the winning kick in their pre season game.
He honestly should’ve been put at slot. Idk why they had him bulk up and play rb. Zammits position in rugby is wing which is the most similar to wr. He gets room to work up his speed and when in open field Zammit never disappoints with making players miss with his footwork. He needs to be there NOT RB
@QSNgg latest I heard on a chiefs channel is he now has a back injury so missing practice, possibly next ore season game. Now they talking about placing him on IR ( injured roster ?) Unless IR is something else? But it could mean they want to keep him on IR for the season to develop him more. Something to do with not clearing waivers for practice squad or other teams poaching him? Not sure how all these rules behind the scenes work when it comes to players getting cut, resigned, put on practice squad or injured list and how it affects their contract or when other teams could poach them?
Thanks for explaining his game . Much appreciated.
Well done. Louis is used to being hit as in rugby the team is both attack and defence. So Louis has had his share of hits and they were bone on bone. He won’t shy away from blocking and hitting hard but my look for is him with 30 yard laterals (passes) with that naughty boy Travis Kelce!
Yeah, it will be interesting to see how he adapts to the style of play in the NFL. The contact is way more violent even with pads, so I’m sure it’s going to still take some getting used to.
It’ll be interested in to see how he develops over the coming weeks and months
He was never one for getting stuck in on defence in rugby. Didn't like the contact imo.
Yes, the pads are probably a side of relief and comfort.
His body is use to direct physical contact...
Plus he knows how to hold onto the ball.
@@toma411 I can definitely understand that. He did a good job finishing the tackle though.
I missed it the first time, but saw that he did grab his ankle and trip him up
@@jamesashley1924 you’re 100% right about that James
Definitely a new sensation for him to get used to among everything else that he’s been picking up
I'm a jags fan but lrz looked good even though he was nervous but like you said once he gets comfortable, he'll get it, great video man👍
Massive love Donnie I appreciate you boss! Yeah, once he gets comfortable, we’ll start getting some better looks from him
Your jags are looking tough this year !
@@QSNgg thanks man, and yes they are but I just hope they be consistent with it throughout the regular season lol
Thanks for talking us through that. Didn't know about D1 and D2 - really interesting. Sounds like he needs to find the unique strengths he brings because of the rugby training and translate that into the football field. Not sure what is might be though... Quick lateral passing? He'd need more guys to get onboard with that for it to work. Some good food for thought
Massive love Joost! I really appreciate you. Yeah it’s gonna be interesting. How he’s able to bring his experience from rugby into the game of football.
Right now it seems special. Teams is the best option for him until he really gets an understanding of the game and works on the foundations.
I’m excited to see how he progresses though
I love your rugby content but as a rugby fan I’d also love to learn more about the best nfl players if you can do a little special look at fav players
Absolutely Reggie, I’ll make some NFL content on players and also simplify the game of football so it’s easy to understand
I appreciate you boss!
@@QSNggif you could do it from a rugby perspective that'd be awesome
@@suasagala8025 I’ll do my best to make it as relatable to rugby on upcoming videos, so it’ll be simple to understand
For starters go watch clips of Barry Sanders - the best running back of all type. NFL is not boring when you watch Barry Sanders run through teams.
Love the review! Love to see how much more knowledge you have gained in rugby in this short time!
Hey man great work and consistency with LRZ. You can see that he's so use to rugby that the way the went in for that first tackle "takedown" is how a rugby player would. U said his head was on the wrong side in rugby u tough to have it that side. Interesting to hear and watch
Thanks so much, Matthew. I really appreciate you boss! Yeah, you can see that rugby is ingrained in his system and that makes a lot of sense.
I know rugby that’s a great tackle/takedown like you said.
in football with only 11 men on the field, the left the entire left side open and in that position, his job is to protect the outside and contain.
Just some things I noticed but overall I’m very happy to see him get field time and I’m rooting for him
Loving the reactions brother keep them up
Massive love, boss I really appreciate you!
The annoyance I find of rugby players, when transferring over to American football, is when everyone assume they are an automatic running back position. Now I don't know if that was LRZ choice or maybe the coaches decided on that, but the guy has talent as a receiver and tight end. If was my choice I would have bulk him up just a bit more and practice him at defensive end and work him towards outside linebacker.
I can definitely see where you’re coming from Gomez.
I think it would be very difficult for him to play defensive and but you make a very good point about outside linebacker
The problem I see with that, though his cover ability would be an issue I feel
He has the speed to be a rusher, but his man to man and zone coverage would be as weak point I feel
Former gridiron HS coach here from Australia, also played a bit of rugby/league. It’s not an assumption. Coaches have been testing rugby players at many positions in gridiron for years. The complexities of each position are just too much for rugby players to pick up satisfactorily, with the exception of running back/returner as that position tends to be the easiest (relatively) to learn. Having an athlete just “bulk up” doesn’t make them suitable for a certain position. If you do, then you don’t know American football.
@@gomezwillis3904 What sort of defensive end or outside linebacker do you think he would be suitable to play?
He was never great in defense so I don't expect much, and tbh he was great when he had a max of 2 players against him in open play
Did you see the New Orleans kicker Charlie smith’s last minute game winner?
Yeah, I did see that Charlie did an exceptional job! I love to see it
@@QSNgg He is from my county in Ireland.
Great start for LRZ would be awesome if he makes the 53 but it’s not a failure if he doesn’t this year
I think he seemed a bit timid and I mean this is his first game , also I would say the jaguars defence seemed like it was good. Let’s hope next game he gets into the swing of things better
Yeah, you’re right. He was definitely hesitant on hitting the hole hard and attacking the lane, but that’s to be expected since it’s only his first game ever.
I’m glad he got a chance to get some plays and field experience
And you’re right Jacksonville’s defense was pretty solid. It’ll be cool to see how he does in the upcoming weeks.
England rugby fans may or may not remember Alex Gray. He played England under 20, was captain, then England 7's and several premiership club teams. He spent 3 years in the NFL for Atlanta Falcons - 2017 to 2019 but was only on their practice squad - never made it further - returned to England to play rugby again for a while but the covid pandemic struck and he stopped playing. He now features on the TV programme Gladiators as Apollo.
Mint, thank you 🏴
You’re welcome, Stephen. I appreciate you.
Love the video, great to hear someone's opinion that knows the sport more than me.
I feel like it was a good tackle from LRZ though. From contact the guy makes a yard. The tackle takes out enough of his left leg and holds on the the foot that he does have enough momentum to go further. Not perfect but enough.
I do wonder how much game time he will get and if they try him in other positions.
Thanks so much, Anthony. I appreciate you boss. I can see where you’re coming from on the tackle with slowing him down and initiating contact.
Right now, I’m not seeing him getting a lot of game time this year or making the 53 man roster.
I think he will be a practice squad player this season as he continues develop his skill set.
We’ll see how the rest of the preseason goes, but I’m happy to see him getting some reps and excited to see how he progresses
Hes a project player hes not goingnto make the 53 but maybe the practice squad. It will take him couple of years to figure it out.
Can't believe he got time on the field, makes me happy hearing this.
I'm not as versed in the NFL as you but if I was LRZ Id be claiming that as a tackle.
To be fair he needs to find his place in the team...over use him and he will be targeted and stopped before the gainline...use him as a blocker and when the game opens up and he will be deadly...nice analysis of his first try out...he did make 2 downs i think :-)
Yeah, I am very interested to see how they utilize his skill set within their offense and their special teams
He can definitely be an effective weapon with more playing time and opportunities for sure
Nice to see him out there on the field and not bad for his first reps
One thing he will bring is attention from British Rugby fans. We are interested and we hope he does really well and that Americans love him as much as we do.
LRZ is a great athlete up for this challenge. Only injury will hold him back.
He's going to get me watching NFL I think. People have tried before, and I was never that interested. Because we've got someone playing there, I'll likely watch it, and i know I'm not alone
Better be ready for those late kick offs mate, coming from a UK NFL fan 😭😭😭
@1Morethan6 I watch the superbowl but that's it at the moment. The whole season is going to kill me, but should be worth it if LRZ gets game time
@@garethstroud5586 you should definitely get into college football that’s where it’s truly at
That’s the whole point of this massive marketing stunt ….to get more people to watch NFL. But LRZ won’t be doing much this season.
@bbull26 I think it's the only reason he got game time already unfortunately
Haven’t watched all the highlights but in the first one looked like he was staring right where he was going
That’s a great call. I’ll have to go back and take a look. I wish I had some better angles and footage to Make a better evaluation.
I would like to know what you think of the other IPP players debuts and break down their plays please? Jotham, Charlie, Bayron
He made the tackle on the kickoff. He didn't let go
Yep, that’s correct
Great to hear your thoughts as I didn't really understand if he did well or not. He seemed disappointed at the end, if you look at him shaking his head. I saw someone comment elsewhere that he is last choice RB and last choice for the special team. What do you think? Is he likely to make the 53 man roster this year? or will they give him another year practicing?
Thanks so much. I really appreciate you. Yeah he did not have the best showing, but that’s to be expected playing at that level for his first time ever touching the field.
I currently do not see him making the 53 men roster and think he will be on the practice squad.
They’re going to continue to develop him in the Kansas City system over the next couple of years I feel.
Right now they’re just trying to get him used to the game and the system.
I know this is primarily LRZ but glad to see Irish kicker Charlie Smyth(I think) getting to kick winning field goal for Saints
V interesting. This rugby fan in Europe enjoyed your insights
Couldn’t care for the tackle - was poor technique but it got the ball carrier down.
Offensively, LRZ looked stiff, hesitant & slow. Didn’t see anything that was great, in comparison with those around him. Credit to him as he’s going against players that have been at it for years whereas the sport is new to him. Need to see more out of him esp. as a returner in the coming preseason games.
Appreciate your insight and perspective David. we’ll see how it all turns out with him
@@QSNgg He got cut
I have very little knowledge of NFL. I’m looking forward to learning with you and your channel.
He looks good, but naturally a bit timid. Guys in preseason know the main thing you cannot do is fumble. He has extra ball security now, which is affecting his speed and angles, but once he loosens up he will thrive.
He did okay for his first game. I think the biggest difference LRZ is going to find, is the lack of space available to him; compared to rugby. Firstly, the pitches are narrower. But more importantly, in Rugby, players tend to stay in their channel; because they have a man to mark. They often have to trust the man on their inside shoulder, or outside shoulder to make the tackle on the ball carrier; whilst they mark their man in case the ball carrier passes the ball to them. However, passing (or laterals) are hardly ever used in the NFL; and because of this "all" defensive players are like homing missiles locked onto the ball carrier. They don't have to worry about an offload or a long missed pass. All they have to think about is getting to the ball carrier as quickly as possible and stopping them. Yes there are blockers, but all defensive eyes are locked onto the ball carrier, once the QB has passed the ball or handed it off. It's a huge difference to rugby, were defending players have to constantly think about the ball carrier offloading/passing.
What was interesting was that Harrison Butker made it abundantly clear that even $6.4 million is not enough money to get him to tackle a player. He couldn't get out of the way quick enough. Dave Toub may have to have another rethink as to who takes the kick offs. Maybe he'll go back to opting for Reid or LRZ. Players who can and will tackle a kick returner.
great break down brother!! I wish I knew the rules man. All i see is a whole bunch of offsides, obstructions and forward passes 😂 Keep em coming bro 🙌🏽
Good for LRZ for giving it a go. To me, his hips are too tight, his stride too choppy and just lacks enough elusiveness to be a successful HB in the NFL. Bulked up about 50 lbs, i think he could be a very solid FB.
I agree with you, James and that’s a very good analysis and point that you bring up for sure
Like you mentioned the elusiveness and explosiveness is something that takes years to train.
It’s definitely not something he’s gonna pick up in a short period of time.
As a Chiefs fan who is really rooting for the kid I have to be honest and not just grade on a scale because he’s never played the game before.
That hand off was atrocious he didn’t sell that side step fake at all, he runs with his pad level way to high as well.
That screen pass reception was fine but if any other 4th string RB did it you would think nothing of it.
I noticed on the kick returns he had no clue how to make a block while running down field with his hands down by his hips.
He’s gonna be on the practice squad this year and I think next preseason we will get a better evaluation but at the moment he looks like someone who has never played football before.
CJ your spot on in your evaluation and analysis and I couldn’t agree more
Like you, I want to see him do well and I’m rooting for him, but you said so perfectly the place he made are something we see every day and nothing spectacular
The headlines of coming from rugby, make it massive, which makes sense, but as you mentioned, there are a lot of gaps in his game, which are understandable due to his lack of football experience
He’ll definitely be on the practice squad and I think he’ll need the full contract to develop
As you said, his pad level needs work, downfield blocking, Running back play fakes, etc.
There is definitely a list of things as you know, we could touch on, but I kept It strictly to what I was seeing on the game tape
the talent pool coming from college this year and those years following is too deep
Thanks so much for your incredible and insightful response. You hit on a lot of solid points and have an exceptional football IQ.
I hope you have an awesome week, my friend
Not the best tackle but got the guy down. Better than the two guys who missed completely lol. In rugby tackles often go for the legs (ideally holding on and trapping the legs) so your teammates can attempt to go for the ball by getting over the opponents downed upper body to steal the ball from them. Rugby back rowers(wingers, full back, speedsters) tend to tackle like this, make sure they make the tackle even if the opponent gets a yard or two in the contact. Rugby front rowers(props, second row, blockers) are the ones who tend to tackle higher with the aim of pushing the opponents back a yard or two in the contact.
Don't know anything about the NFL, Jeff. Thanks 4 the breakdown and yeah, he made that tackle, a rugby tackle😅. I've seen him doing conversions in rugby (not professionally just in training) so, he can even be a punter like Patt McAfee or idk...i stand to be corrected. But he's an all rounder.
bro pauses the video every 5 seconds 💀💀🙏🙏
The first step is "in the head". Thats why he looks slow because he doesnt have it.
Too tall & lanky to be a RB. He has no power.
He's fast(ish) but not very athletic with poor agility & a lack of explosiveness.
RAS of 4.09.
The stats showed a 3 yard gain on his reception so not 1 yard total. But true, he didn't go far.
Good heads up on the stat line for sure
Thanks for that. Good to get some proper analysis. The internet is being the Internet
He also did a dummy run which looked ok to my inexpert eye.
I think he did OK, especially as the O line was struggling. But you can almost see him think "shoulders down" "cradle the ball". On the tackle I think if was playing rugby he'd have gone straight in, but he was over thinking
But I think an important test is. If you didn't know he'd never played football I don't think you would have guessed.
Massive love Scolly. I appreciate you boss!
Yeah, it’s unfortunate that people hide behind the Internet to be rude and trash people for no good reason.
You’re spot on with your analysis as well. You could tell he was thinking instead of letting it flow like he normally does.
But that’s to be expected with all the elements and learning that he’s been doing
I’m happy to see him get some rep in and some great field experience
It will be fun to watch him as he progresses over the coming months
@@QSNgg there's a clip on X by a Caleb James. Showing the full tackle play. From my inexperienced eye, I think the run to get to the tackle was the most impressive thing I've seen from him that game
My read is he will always *look* awkward/uncomfortable but at his max potential I don’t think it will matter
LRZ makes enough of a tackle to allow for support to close the ball carrier down. The issue is that the ball carrier static and LRZ has to slow down to a stop, otherwise the ball carrier will just step out the way. LRZ has spent his life wrapping the guy he is tackling, because that’s the law in rugby. Tbh, in this situation a double team tackle would have worked better, or try to rip the ball and force a fumble
3rd time asking for Pieter-Steph du Toit 🙏🙏🙏
Wingers are notoriously the worse tackles on a rugby field, but I actualy think he tapped the ankle and caused the ball carrier to go down
There are absolutely set plays in rugby. One of the biggest problems with American rugby players is that they emphasize more of the set plays than the free flow of play after the first movement or tackle from the habit of football. When it comes to defense and making tackles, he should be more proficient since each rugby player get way more reps at it in games, and especially since he played not just on the professional level, but on a national team.
When are you reacting to the rugby championship?
I have the videos coming out Wednesday this week
I'm sorry, that hole on the first play was wide open. He took 5 choppy steps in the hole trying to get up to speed, and was tackled for no gain. Same for the rest of the runs. He's fast enough to get down field on coverage, but can't tackle. I'm rooting for the guy. Maybe he'll be on the practice squad so he can relearn how to run, but other than that, he's going to be a EARLY cut casualty I'm sad to say.
Thanks so much for your insight and perspective. I appreciate you!
I can see what you’re saying Tony but I disagree. You’re taught outside containment on special teams from the gunner position where he was playing.
And although he made that shoestring tackle if the guy was able to evade, there is a wide gap open on the left side of the field
It makes sense in terms of rugby what you’re saying 100% but in terms of football, his inside lane was covered, and his goal is to keep returner from getting outside
He can't tackle? Then why did he make one tackle? I can grantee you he can tackle that Was a weak effort and should of done better with that for mind. Tackling is a rugby players bread and butter.
There wasn't a hole there and was trying to create one. I felt he did okay against non starters. Got past the first line with every run and didn't ever get stuck behind the line of scrimmage. Soild but needs to improve if he wants a spot. Good news is he's young and will only get better.
@@QSNgg - I'm totally willing to concede your point on the kickoff coverage, but I wonder if that's enough to keep him on the team. He has a long way to go running-wise.🤔
@@tysonschroder9849 - A shoestring tackle against a bench player is embarrassment against a starter, but I'll concede that one. It was a tackle.👍🏿
That first run to the right, you're not going to get a hole bigger than that in the NFL. He's fast, but not quick, and when your very running style is poor, I doubt they're going to waste a spot on that - unless there is an international player exemption.🤔
Nah that tackle on the punt returner was really good use of angles. If he'd tried to hit him with the right shoulder he'd have straightened up and gone through the gap for at least another 10. He did the right thing forcing him to step back then managing to tag his ankles.
Open field last ditch tackling is something back 3 players do in rugby all the time and the standard is very high.
Thanks for your insight and perspective on this Rob I appreciate you!
In terms of his position, he played it wrong though.
As a gunner on special teams, you never let the part returner outside. His job is to contain and set the edge
He has coverage on the inside from the down lineman and other outside gunners.
He did make the tackle though and I missed that on the first play through.
I think he did good overall for his first time playing.
@QSNgg his 1st football game at any level was versus an nfl team and he got a tackle, a kick off, a run and a reception. It's wild!
When he gets confidence I think he will be good.
@@robmcrob2091 yeah very great experience for his first game on the highest level
Really good to see him out there playing and living his dream
That's it? he had about 8 seconds of play. he must be bored to tears.
In his defense he was a winger and they are not known for their tackling prowess
Its like svg shane van Gisbergen in NASCAR toke him A while to get used to driveing the car and look at him now . He will get better in time
Yeah, we’ll definitely see how he improves with time
From the beginning I knew that this would hinder him, 95 kg is not a weight where he will be able to be fast, even as a running back I think 91 ~ 92 kg would be ideal for his physique
That’s incredible perspective Luciano. He’s definitely a bigger man. I think it’s gonna benefit him in the long run especially with all the physicality at the running back position he’ll need that extra weight.
It’ll all come together for him once he gets more comfortable playing the game
@@QSNgg Your analysis gave me hope about him, I hope he becomes a good running back. Whether for the Chiefs or for a team where he fits better
@@lucianoandrey870 yeah it will be interesting to see how he does. I’m definitely hoping the best for him and happy that he’s living his dream
he stuck with the tackle and brought him down by the ankles, it could have been better . watch his head he stays with the guy and brought him down.
Yeah, you’re 100% right and I missed that on the first play through. He did make that tackle.
Americans who don’t know rugby still defend that NFL is harder when above average rugby players can make the NFL.
He’s just been released…
The "above average rugby player" is now a tackling dummy in the NFL...
@@Knjc87 the point is vise versa no NFL player would have a chance. Rugby is a harder sport football can be isolated. Some practice players from NFL can’t even make it to pro in us rugby and we suck
Prime sonny bull, would have been good playing football
Good to see this report though I am not a football fan. Maybe you could play the whole sequence first and then break it down. As to rugby, we all get suggestions from the magical allgorerythm and a couple of rugby ones attracted my attention.
"Wibble Rugby" gives analyses of teams' strategies and tactics. The one that popped up was about the French attack of Galthié's system. Another one is "Rugby Tricolore" which shows films going back to the last century and the one that popped up was about the "French flair" in the 90's. It has many names I remember especially Serge Blanco who was a top number 15.
Please can you do a review of Jarryd Hayne's preseason for the 49ers in 2016. He blew the doors off. Also Christian Wade too please
Yeah, I’ll definitely take a look at Jarryd Hayne and Christian Wade. I appreciate you and the recommendation boss!
Hayne had real tallent @@QSNgg
@@triggercky9928 He was levels above LRZ as a rugby player.....
@@itsinthetreesitscoming7431
Yeah agree not as fast but he was a better all round player than LRZ and he had a better step ( cut ) and change of direction .
Valentine Holmes also had a couple of okay preseason games
Next game up I would deffo have his first play returning a kickoff to see how he runs to the line with a bit of space
He looked very tight in his RB plays
Just needs a bit of luck to break off a big run like Hayne did in his first game , take a bit of weight off the shoulders
Please react to the rugby championship 🎉🎉
I have those reactions coming out this week 🙌🏽
He needs to cut way sharper on his runs. He will get destroyed running the ball. He's straight up and no swerve.
You’re 100% right about that brother. No explosiveness or elusiveness run stiff.
The thing that makes it a story is that he’s coming from rugby, but if it were any other football player, it would not even be a headline
@@QSNgg You seem to be able to agree with every comment regardless of whether they are praising or criticising him....
@@itsinthetreesitscoming7431 I am. I can see positive and negatives to his ability. I respect what he's doing for the timeline he's doing it, and also see where he will need to improve to compete against NFL athletes and teammates.
There are solid points from both sides.
All that truly matters is what LRZ thinks and does. My opinion and everyone else's mean absolutely nothing and have no affect on how he'll do. He's in the NFL and we're all on UA-cam chatting
You spend about two minutes explaining why he missed the tackle, ignoring that he made the tackle
Commenting on a sportsman's play post match is always totally unfair. They have split seconds to do something and then people scrutinise. This could have, would have , should have is totally wrong
What sportsmanship play?
Like what the 49er's did 10 or so ears ago, a top rugby player gets cut. Just like a football player would not make the starting 15 of a top rugby club. Then again, teams like the Chiefs have been copying the 49er's offense and style of play for decades.
Rugby players can manage any nfl player in a tackle! Saying nfl is dynamic is laughable its so slow to watch and rugby guys play 80 mins non stop these guys are extremely fit and huge even wings these days . I doubt many nfl players would cope with rugby and the hits in rugby are brutal
You are wrong about the first whiff, watch again he does classic rugby tackle, slides down the leg and locks on the foot which trips the player. He going no further. 👍😎
I can respect what you’re saying, but he did whiff that tackle but did a good job of grabbing his foot and making the tackle
In reality he left the left side of the field exposed
In football as a gunner on special teams, his job is to play contain outside protection and keep the man inside
Give us south africans some ngl insight, would be nice. I've had a few runs at running back on Madden 🤣
I’ll definitely do a better job at that for sure! I’ll make more videos simplifying football and comparing it in rugby terms so it makes sense
Apologies to our UK friends, but LRZ's skill set is a dime a dozen. He can play but nothing special. His first taste of action was against 2nd , 3rd, and 4th stringers, and he didn't shine. This is clearly the NFL marketing machine trying to woo rugby fans over the NFL.
Sure, but what is impressive is that he is starting from scratch. If he has already got this far, there is a chance that he will progress quickly
Massive pr hyperbole
Well he signed for ROC Nation and is now managed by them. They are invested in entertainment, music and football amongst other business ventures.His agent is Kim Miale. She is the agent for several NFL players and was hugely instrumental in getting him signed to the chiefs. Need to hype him up - Americans do that with all sports. And I think the NFL by setting up the international player pathway program specifically for overseas athletes they are pushing for them to be included on many NFL teams. It may well backfire but they trying to promote him as much as possible.
@@user-nk9cw5md8l It's not the NFL who are hyping him it's UK sports media and public. Both Hayne and Wade were better than this guy. He will need to improve out of sight just to make practice squad let alone the 53. It's like a pro NFL guy converting to rugby being signed by the Canterbury Crusaders or Leinster. It's just a joke if you think a dude who's never played the sport could jump into the elite level. Hayne was close to it and made roster only to be cut after just one fumble. LRZ is not it sorry
Exactly , a huge marketing stunt to get more attention and business for the NFL outside of the U.S
might do something on specials teams but looked completely out of his realm on offense
One small positive is, he didn't drop the ball 🤷
LRZ had an ok but not a good debut, definitely something to build on though, but this was a shocking review, you spent 5 minutes talking about a "missed tackle" that he actually made, and then just glossed over the run plays because he knew nothing them 👍🏼 I'm a chiefs fan and watched LRZ play Rugby, but saying a man had a good run, when he barely made it to the line of scrimmage is wild! He just needs to be more elusive, get used to playing in pads and get used to making sharper cuts, instead of soft lines that beats most rugby players
Did better as a gunner than 42 who ended up on his knees … just saying . Early days
You’re right about that