Footy fans believe Fremantle’s Ross Lyon is the best coach in the AFL.

Lyon just pipped premiership coaches Alastair Clarkson (Hawthorn) and John Longmire (Sydney) in a Fox Footy fan survey.

The former St Kilda boss, who coached the Saints in three grand finals, including a draw replay, had just over 20 per cent of the votes.

Fans believe midfield sensation Nat Fyfe is the club’s most important player, with 38 per cent choosing the star from Lake Grace.

He was also the popular pick to be Fremantle’s next captain.