Giants WR Hakeem Nicks Is Catching Up in the Rookie Ranks

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Heads up fellow Michael Crabtree enthusiasts: He is getting his first start for the 49ers after a whole two weeks of practice. Do not be surprised if Crabtree impresses in his first opportunity against the weak secondary of the Texans.

There are other rookies that have been working hard to contribute to their teams, but a few did drop in the rankings this week due to disappointing performances.

1. Knowshon Moreno, RB, Broncos : Moreno just keeps plugging away for the 6-0 Broncos. His stats did not jump off the page versus the Chargers, but he is consistent. Moreno will hold the top spot on the Rookie Report until another rookie takes it from him.

2. Percy Harvin , WR, Vikings : Harvin had another off-week for the Vikings, with only two receptions for 10 yards, but he still is second in receptions and third in touchdown receptions among his rookie peers. Harvin also contributes on special teams, making him even more valuable to owners of the Vikings' DST.

3. Hakeem Nicks, WR, Giants : Nicks was the lone bright spot in the Giants' loss to the Saints last Sunday in the Superdome. Nicks led the team with five catches for 114 yards and one touchdown. That is three weeks in a row that Nicks has found the end zone for the Giants.

4. Mark Sanchez, QB, Jets : Sanchez still is riding the performances from the first three weeks of the season. He threw five interceptions against the Bills in his team's loss on Sunday. If Sanchez does not improve his play, he may find himself off this list of top fantasy rookies.

5. Austin Collie, WR, Colts : Collie did not make this list last week, but due to weak performances from his rookie peers he cracks the top five. As long as Anthony Gonzalez is injured, Collie should move up this list. Once Gonzalez is healed—Hallelujah! for AGonzo owners—Collie will likely fall down the Colts' depth chart.

Last Week's Rookie Report Rankings :

1. Knowshon Moreno
2. Mark Sanchez
3. Percy Harvin
4. Hakeem Nicks
5. Jeremy Maclin

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