Mitchell and DeJean are far from the only rookies who could play key roles on Sunday, with Kansas City first-round receiver Xavier Worthy developing into a major part of the passing game in recent weeks.

The transformation of the Philadelphia Eagles defense can't be told without mentioning Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean. Two of the major catalysts toward the revitalization of the unit, the Eagles' first- and second-round picks immediately improved the secondary upon their arrival.

Some have to wait and wait, and finally it arrives. And then there are Cooper DeJean and Quinyon Mitchell. They did not have to wait at all.