“That’s a part of the learning curve, yeah. It’s very common across the league, as we get players from college with different systems,” explained Canales. “They all have microphones in their helmet now. They use them in different ways. Some of them use them for checks, and they still have the signs and the signals.”

As Brazzell has adapted, though, it has become clear most obstacles in his way would be mere speed bumps.

“He’s been working his tail off. (Offensive assistant) Keyshawn Colman has been spending a lot of time with Chris, along with (receivers) coach Rob Moore,” continued Canales. “But he’s up for the challenge, and he’s done a great job so far in the last couple of weeks as we’ve been doing our call-up periods.”

Brazzell might have surprised himself a bit with his quick ascent to working with the first team and the way he married his route-running with his size. But it’s also lit a spark within his teammates, whose expectations, already high, rose after seeing just what their rookie can do.

“I’ve been super impressed with the professionalism, ability to learn stuff, ability for everything to translate,” said Young.”So I’m super excited for him.”