Every side has its stars, and with 22 players fielded out every game, not everyone gets the recognition they deserve.
We look at every team and determine who is underrated. Here are the first nine players in part one as we look at the players that have an impact that isn't necessarily marked down statistically.
6. Fremantle
Alex Pearce
Another name who hasn't had a real good shot at it is Docker Alex Pearce.
The key defender has battled long-term leg injuries since 2016, missing two entire seasons completely (2017 and 2020), with last season not too different.
He suffered a knee injury in Round 1 but returned for the final nine games of the season.
With all the injuries and time lost, Pearce's abilities aren't realised by many. Take a look at 2019, prior to breaking his ankle, the Tasmanian native was in unbelievable form, and could be considered in All-Australian contention.
After only managing 63 games in eight seasons, it would be understandable if Pearce wasn't rated by many, but another aspect of him that is underrated (outside of Freo) is his leadership.
