NFL Rookie Watch: The Top Five Rookie Performances From Week 2

After Week 2, it's clear that several rookies have found their feet.

While Week 1's performances were unspectacular to say the least, Week 2 saw a few standout performances. Several receiving threats showcased their talent and we saw a breathtaking performance from a certain running back in Detroit. Here's the top five rookies who impressed in week 2...

Jahvid Best, Detroit Lions

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DETROIT - SEPTEMBER 19: Jahvid Best #44 of the Detroit Lions scores on a 75 yard pass from Shaun Hill #14 during the second quarter of the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Ford Field on September 19, 2010 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Hali

How about Jahvid Best?

The Lions running back had a truly memorable day, amassing 78 yards rushing with a pair of a touchdowns and 154 receiving yards plus a receiving touchdown.

The highlight of the game came on a 75 yard screen play in which Best wriggled through a cluster of Eagle defenders, and then raced away for the score.

Despite his combined 232 yards and three scores, the Lions couldn't seal the win against the Eagles and dropped to 0-2.

Although yet to win a game, the Lions have played well in both weeks and they can build on their compeitive performances.

And if theres one thing they can take away from this week, it's get the ball in Jahvid Best's hands.

Demaryius Thomas, Denver Broncos

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DENVER - SEPTEMBER 19: Tightend Demaryius Thomas #88 of the Denver Broncos catches a 21 yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at INVESCO Field at Mile High on September 19, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. The Broncos defeated t

Brandon Marshall who?

Although its early days, Denver looks to have found it's Brandon Marshall replacement. After sitting out the preseason and the Bronco's first game, wide receiver Demaryius Thomas showed no signs of rustiness.

The former Georgia Tech receiver recorded eight receptions for 97 yards and his first NFL touchdown.

At 6'3"  229 pounds, Thomas is a big, physical target and after this performance, we can see why the Broncos chose him 22nd overall in the draft, ahead of fellow receiver Dez Bryant.

Aaron Hernandez, New England Patriots

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 19: Aaron Hernandez #85 of the New England Patriots runs through a tackle from David Harris #52 of the New York Jets during the first quarter at the New Meadowlands Stadium on September 19, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jer

Good pick Belichick.

Aaron Hernandez picked up from where he left off last week and built on his solid performance from last week by catching six balls for 101 yards.

Hernandez once again showed his ability to gain yards after the catch and his highlight was a 45 yard catch and run where he showed some great cuts.

The former Florida Gator can create mismatches with his athleticism and looks set to become a favourite target of Tom Brady's.

Dez Bryant, Dallas Cowboys

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ARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 02: Wide receiver Dez Bryant #88 of the Dallas Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium on September 2, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Howdy partner!

Another player who built on a good Week 1 performance was Cowboys 1st round pick Dez Bryant.

Former Oklahoma State Cowboy Bryant had 2 catches for 52 yards, but it wasn't the plays he made in the passing game which stood out against the Bears.

Bryant showed off his rare blend of size an speed, flashing great quickness for a man of his size (6'2", 217), returning a punt 62 yards for a touchdown.

Mike Williams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 19: Mike Williams #19 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers breaks a tackle on his way to scoring a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on September 19, 2010 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Tampa 2-0

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers got off to their first 2-0 start in five years.

Rookie receiver Mike Williams' 54 receiving yards and touchdown helped lift Tampa Bay over the Panthers. Williams showed good toughness on his 35 yard touchdown reception. With Williams' second touchdown in two weeks, it looks like the Buccaneers have themselves a steal.