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WATCH: Rookie Kareem Hunt's record-breaking NFL debut

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Kansas City Chiefs rookie running back Kareem Hunt had a sensational NFL debut picking up three touchdowns against the New England Patriots

Kansas City stunned New England in the NFL season opener as rookie Kareem Hunt announced himself as a man to watch this season.

Click on the video above to watch the best - and worst - of Hunt's spectacular NFL debut.

The 22-year-old was a third-round pick in April's Draft and was thrust into headlines with a record-breaking start to his NFL career, including a 78-yard touchdown catch to give his team the lead in the third quarter.

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Hunt racked up 246 yards and three touchdowns in the Chiefs 42-27 victory over last Super Bowl LI champions New England, who themselves had Mike Gillislee run in three TDs on his debut.

But it is Hunt who has everyone talking with his 246 total yards an NFL record for a rookie in Week One showcasing a dual threat that gave him 148 yards and one rushing TD as well as 98 yards and two receiving TDs.

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Highlights of the opening match of the 2017 NFL season between the Kansas City Chiefs and last season’s champions the New England Patriots

It didn't all go swimmingly for the rookie - he lost a fumble on the Chief's opening offensive play having never previously done so in 856 career offensive touches in college at Toledo.

Hit play on the video at the top of the page to see the best of Hunt's spectacular start to his NFL career and his not so spectacular first contribution.

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Week One continues on Sunday with three live games on Sky Sports Action as well as RedZone on Sky Sports Mix - all the action gets underway from 5pm.

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Hunt reflects on his first game in the NFL after turning it around with three touchdowns after an early fumble

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