Fantasy Football Week 3 risers and sliders feat. Nico Collins, TreVeyon Henderson, and more

The opening couple of weeks of the 2025 NFL season have seen a lot of movement across various statistical categories. Players who boomed when the campaign started took a step back this past week.

On the other hand, some players were underestimated and rose in the rankings, playing a vital role in their teams' successes.

Let's dive into some stars who showed up and others who didn't in this week's risers-and-sliders analysis of Sportskeeda's fantasy football rankings.

Fantasy Football Week 3 risers

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Nico Collins (Texans, WR)

Nico Collins rose in Sportskeeda's fantasy football rankings after one week's play. After just three receptions for 25 yards in the opener against the LA Rams, Collins amassed 52 yards and a touchdown against the Buccaneers.

Collins aimed to continue his run from last season as Houston's top receiver. As the season pans out, he will likely establish himself as the main guy that defenses have to prepare for.

The return of Tank Dell should also open up opportunities for Collins.

Malik Nabers (Giants, WR)

Malik Nabers was a superstar in Week 2 against the Dallas Cowboys. In a 40-37 loss, he booked 167 receiving yards and two touchdowns on nine catches versus the Cowboys.

Wan'Dale Robinson was short on his heels with eight receptions for 142 yards and one score.

Fantasy Football Week 3 sliders

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JJ McCarthy (Vikings, QB)

JJ McCarthy slides in Sportskeeda's ranking this week after taking a shock beating from the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2 at home. The sophomore, in his second pro start, never got going, as the Vikings slumped to a 22-6 loss. McCarthy threw for 158 yards and two picks, completing 52.4% of his passes.

The surprising loss will send the Vikings back to the drawing board when they prepare to take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3. McCarthy is set to miss a few weeks after sustaining an ankle injury against Atlanta.

TreVeyon Henderson (Patriots, RB)

TreVeyon Henderson is another slider in Sportskeeda's rankings. The running back came into the season projected to be the primary back in New England, just ahead of Rhamondre Stevenson. While he struggled to live up to expectations in Week 1, things got slightly worse in Week 2.

Stevenson was used as the primary back against the Miami Dolphins and made the most of it, booking 18.70 fantasy points.

Henderson will have to capitalize on a small selection of opportunities in the Patriots' committee running back room if he wants to be the featured back.