There has definatley been alot of interesting storylines happening in just 2 weeks of this young NFL season. Some surprise teams, some surprise players, some disappointing teams and players as well. But who are the biggest?

SURPRISES:

Chad Pennington: QB New York Jets

This is as much about the New York Jets as it is Chad Pennington. He has truly dominated in the first 2 weeks of the season, and carried the Jets to early season respectability. The running game has been non existent (Kevan Barlow is a backup on one of my fantasy teams) but the receivers have been spectacular. Laverneous Coles is catching everything thrown his way, and Jerricho Cotchery is a nominee for the Week 1 Fantasy Pickup that will be a Differencemaker the Rest of the Year Award. He is still young. Pennington could keep this up, and even if it's not to the tune of 300 yards per game he could throw for 3,000 yards and 20+ TDs.

Antonio Bryant: WR San Francisco 49ers

This is a guy who was exiled by Romeo Crennell and the Cleveland Browns, signed on with the hapless 49ers, and made the offense respectable. With Vernon Davis not as ready as people thought, Bryant had to step up. He did so in a big way, on pace for well over 1,800 yards and making Alex Smith look like a Pro Bowl Quarterback.

SURPRISE TEAMS:

Baltimore Ravens

Steve McNair has looked rejuvinated in the usually pathetic Ravens O. The Defense has been as good as usual, but the Offense has been better for the Ravens than it has in the last 10 years. McNair is gelling extrememly well with former teammate Derrick Mason, and Jamal Lewis is rebounding from a bad year last year.

Atlanta Falcons

This is a team that is just 2 season removed from an NFC Championship game berth. This Falcons team is a vastly improved team, both on defense and even on offense. Michael Vick looks like he may have found the right mix of run and pass, and if Warrick Dunn keeps up his torrid pace, he may lead the league in rushing. The defense is improved with Ed Hartwell back from a knee injury last season, and John Abraham has looked dominant even though he played in 1 game.

DISAPPOINTMENTS

Miami Dolphins

The Phins were Sports Illustrated's pick to represent the Super Bowl for the AFC. Now they find themselves 0-2, and having lost a game against the Steelers in which some predicted they might win, and then losing to the Bills in a game in which everybody thought they would win. Daunte Culpepper doesn't yet look very comfortable in the Dolphin's offense, and Ronnie Brown hasn't had much running room. Chris Chambers is a playmaker, and he hasn't had the opportunities to make those plays.

Carolina Panthers/Steve Smith

The Panthers were Sports Illustrated's pick to win the Super Bowl, and they also find themselves 0-2. Steve Smith hasn't played one snap in the regular season, and is questionable this weekend. Keyshawn Johnson hasn't been as productive as Smith, but nobody really expected he would be. Jake Delhomme has been mediocre at best, not throwing for any touchdowns against the Falcons in Week 1 or the Vikings in Week 2. They need to turn the ship around fast so they don't avoid a season like 2004, a 1-7 start and no playoffs (Finishing at 7-9). The real key is to get the running game going, whether it be DeShaun Foster or DeAngello Williams running the ball.

Ronnie Brown RB Miami Dolphins

Will now be the featured back in what could be a potent Miami offense. Would have likely rushed for 1000+ yards last season had it not been for a solid second half by Ricky Williams. Very similar runner to Edgerrin James.

Steven Jackson RB St. Louis Rams

The difference between Jackson and Ronnie Brown? Steven Jackson is already in a potent offense. SJ is more of a power runner than Ronnie Brown, even though Brown is powerful. Jackson will see more touches this season with Scott Linehan at the helm of the Rams.

Vernon Davis TE San Fransisco 49ers

Davis is a very talented tight end, and can step in and help sophmore QB Alex Smith greatly. All young QB's could use a good tight end, and even with the addition of Antonio Bryant, Smith lacks truly good recieving weapons.

Roy Williams WR Detroit Lions

Already a very solid Wide Receiver, will make the jump to star this season. He put up good numbers with Joey Harrington and Jeff Garcia at Quarterback. Jon Kitna is an immidiate upgrade at that position and with Mike Martz as Offensive Coordinator, could turn into a Torry Holt clone.

 Kevin Jones RB Detroit Lions

Seemed to have a breakout year in his rookie campaign, but tapered off alot in 2005. Whether it was due to injury or inconsistent team play, Mike Martz makes all the difference. A good runner with a great mix of speed and power.

DeAngello Hall CB Atlanta Falcons

Quietly was one of the best corners last season. He has a good mix of talent and confidence. At one point last year he made a pick, then made a sign on the sideline that read "Hawaii?". We could be talking in a season or two this kid being one of the top 3 DB in the game.

Dunta Robinson CB Houston Texans

Not quite on the level of DeAngelo Hall just yet, but is the anchor of this defensive secondary. In his rookie year, opposing offenses would routinely throw towards veteran corner Aaron Glenn (now with the Cowboys). Could have a Pro Bowl season and make huge plays for a team that desperatley needs it.

Charlie Frye QB Cleveland Browns

Frye is sort of a sleeper pick for a Breakout Star, but it could definatley happen. The offense added Pro Bowl center LeCharles Bentley and solid receiver Joe Jerivicious. Also has Kellen Winslow Jr. coming off of a knee injury caused by a motorcycle accident. Like I said earlier, young QB's love pass catching Tight Ends.