There have been a number of Americans that have signed professional overseas deals in the last few months: Cam Dolan (Northampton), Luke Hume (Narbonne), Carlin Isles and Folau Niua (Glasgow), and Toby L'Estrange, Tai Tuisamoa, and John Quill (London Welsh). A few other players have received extended looks as well. So what is the reason for the signings?
In our latest RugbyRugby article we look at some of the factors that may have led to players getting contracts but came up with one main reason: Samu Manoa. He essentially came out of nowhere to become one of the Premiership's best players. His emergence has led other teams to want to take chances on Americans hoping they can land the same kind of diamond in the rough. Make sure to check out the piece and share your thoughts.