The biggest surprise at the midseason mark of the 2016 season is the play of the rookies.
This draft class might not be as good as that of 2011, but it sure is encouraging. Two rookies are in my midseason All-Pro team -- and they aren't quarterbacks Dak Prescott and Carson Wentz, who are winning games in the NFC East.
Here's my team at the halfway point:
Quarterback: Matt Ryan, Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons have ridden the Ryan Express to a 6-3 start and the top of the NFC South. Ryan has thrown for 2,980 yards and 23 touchdowns -- with just four interceptions.
Running back: Ezekiel Elliott, Dallas Cowboys
David Johnson has been unstoppable in Arizona, but Elliott -- along with Prescott -- has powered the Cowboys to the best record in the NFC. He's the Offensive Rookie of the Year.