And in true British Rugby fashion, the 23-year-old speedster is not eager to score his first touchdown, he’s keen to see which sport hurts more than the other.

“I’m excited, I can’t wait to see the difference,” Rees-Zammit said to media. “I get that question all time; what is harder hitting, rugby or American football? We’ll soon find out.

“It’s going to be fun. I’ve played a contact sport since I was 12. That’s bone on bone but we’ll see what it’s like when we come to pads.”

However, Mahomes has already given him a warning if he hopes to make the 53-man roster cut to receive throws from the triple Super Bowl champion by telling him he doesn’t have much time to figure out how to play.

“The quarterbacks are very helpful, the likes of Pat, Carson (Wentz), everyone is so helpful, especially with me,” Rees-Zammit added. “A new guy coming in and not really knowing much about a playbook.”

“They’re trying to allow me to learn, give me time, but at the same time pushing me as hard as I can because I need to try and learn this quickly as there’s not much time.”

Rees-Zammit shrugs off physicality talk

Known for his speed, the young player has faced questions about whether he will be able to take the big hits dished out weekly in the NFL, but he is very confident in his own skills and talent.

He did, however, suggest he has some mental work to do to ensure he’s on the same level as his receiving peers such as Kelce, Mecole Hardman and Rashee Rice as he looks to collect his maiden ring in his debut season.