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Christian Kirk makes an unforgettable impression in his rookie debut for the Cardinals

azcentral sports' Kent Somers and Bob McManaman talk about the Cardinals' 24-17 victory against the Chargers in their first preseason game. Arizona Republic

Christian Kirk will never forget his first touch in the NFL. His teammates probably won't let him either.

"I’m gonna hear about it all next week," Kirk said, laughing. "That’s why I say I gotta make up for it and put one in the end zone now."

Kirk finally got to make his debut Saturday in front of his hometown crowd, feeling just about every emotion in the span of 30 seconds when he nearly ran a punt all the way back.