Underrated and undervalued yet undeniable on their day. These blokes don't get the recognition they deserve but can single-handedly turn a game.

None of these players have ever earned an All-Australian cap, but their teammates must love going to war with them as some of the unheralded stars of the game.

Here are the 20 most underrated players in the AFL:

16. Jayden Short (Richmond)

From not being in Richmond's grand final side to now being locked into their best 22, Short may be the most improved player in the competition. His booming kick has proved to be a weapon for the Tigers, with all of his goals in 2018 coming from beyond the arc. Make no mistake, if the Tigers go back to the big dance, Short will be there.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 01: Jayden Short of the Tigers and Jake Neade of the Power in action during the 2017 AFL round 15 match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Richmond Tigers at Adelaide Oval on July 01, 2017 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media/Getty Images)