News reports and social media feeds are dominated by the superstars of our game. The Cam Smiths, the Johnathan Thurstons and the Billy Slaters rightfully find their name in lights on the back of match-winning efforts.
For every superstar though, there are a group of players who lay the foundation and for whatever reason often come across as underappreciated. Certainly underrated.
Below are 10 such names. Players who always turn up, play well, but don't hog the headlines. They are all current-day players who have been underrated over the past three-or-so seasons.
Joel Thompson
Much like Croker, Thompson can feel a little hard done by in that he hasn't worn the sky blue NSW jersey during his career.
He played twice for Country, but even that sounds below what his performances have warranted.
Manly have picked up a very hard working back rower who will sneak the odd offload and bust some defences open. His signing will go under the radar but trust me when I say Manly fans will soon become fans.
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