The big-name superstars of the AFL are constantly in the limelight and deemed to be the key individual factors in the game.

However, there are always players that fly under the radar and go unnoticed for all that they do that contributes to a team.

Here is a list of my top five most underrated players currently in the AFL:

3. Brad Sheppard

Jeremy McGovern and Shannon Hurn may receive much of the spotlight in the West Coast backline, but it's Sheppard who is the silent achiever.

Consistently shutting down the best opposition small forward, Sheppard takes it all in his stride and exceeds the task he is given.

Averaging 20 disposals per game, ranked 13th in the AFL in rebound 50s and ranked number 1 in the AFL in total marks, Sheppard goes about what he does in the most professional manner with very little attention to go with it.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MAY 20: Brad Sheppard of the Eagles looks to handball during the round nine AFL match between the West Coast Eagles and the Richmond Tigers at Optus Stadium on May 20, 2018 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)