This week's Rookie Rankings has seen one shift among the top six, while a pair of first-year Roos were handed honourable mentions for their performances on Sunday.

Two Bombers hold a spot in our rankings, while a young Saints has ascended his place to land fifth spot.

A young Magpies has backed up his strong run of form, but is facing healthy competition from the man he stole the No.1 spot from.

Criteria: For our Rookie Rankings, we are selecting players who have made their debut this season. Other players who may still be eligible for a Rising Star nomination but have already made their debut prior to the 2022 season will not be considered.

I.e. players like Jai Newcombe, Jake Bowey, Corey Durdin and Sam De Koning are ineligible.ย 

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Paul Curtis (North Melbourne)
11 disposals, 4 tackles, seven contested possessions, one goal

Was among the few shining lights for the Roos in their defeat, stepping up as a forward target for his side and offering plenty of pressure inside 50.

Connor MacDonald (Hawthorn)
19 disposals, four marks, six score involvements, seven contested possessions

Arguably his best game for the Hawks, albeit in a loss. Was among several avenues to goal and played his role in midfield.

Jackson Archer (North Melbourne)
15 disposals, eight contested disposals, six intercepts

The son-of-a-gun impressed on debut against the Crows, playing across David Noble's defence and offering a rock-solid service in his maiden match.

2. Nic Martin (-)

Continues to amaze in his first few months in the AFL, and despite his stellar efforts, Martin is unable to take back the lead.

The Bombers' wingman recorded 20 disposals at 85 per cent efficiency against the Eagles, along with six marks, three clearances, two goals and nine score involvements.

NIC MARTIN
Defender
Essendon
ROUND 15 STATS
6
Marks
20
Disposals
2
Goals

The performance has Martin breathing down the neck of pole position and another strong outing this weekend against Sydney could see him take back top spot, but our leader is giving no indication of falling from the summit anytime soon.