The AFL is flooded with exciting, young talent in 2020 as players in their first few seasons of the league already steer the ship for their respective clubs.
The league's 22under22 squad was released this week, reigniting the debate of which young gun is the hottest property across all 18 clubs.
We've taken into account all the players currently eligible for the squad and have listed our top 10 players to build a team around - taking into consideration position rarity, form and potential.
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9. Andrew McGrathย
Once again just pipping Taranto for selection, McGrath has stood up when it has mattered for the Bombers. His 2020 season has warranted favouritism for the Best and fairest whilst being a walk-up to the AFL's 22under22 midfield.
'Pigeon' thrived in an under-manned Essendon midfield early in the season and hasn't put a foot wrong since whilst adding a stronger contested game to his arsenal.
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