They are the young guns of the AFL scene – the bright young things in whom the fans' faith in the future is securely placed.

The under-23s are the next big things, the rising stars of the competition, promising years of skilful and dedicated service.

More than 4000 fans took up AFL Media's offer to nominate each Club's best under-23 player – and these are who you believe are the young guns to watch in 2018.