At 18, most will be planning their post-school future, but not these guys.
Tom Davies, for example, is thriving with a regular first-team role at Goodison Park, already boasting a debut senior goal against Pep Guardiola's Manchester City.
But who has been the best at his age, according to the stats, this season?
Take a look at the top five 18 year olds, based on ratings from WhoScored.com, by scrolling through the gallery above.
Ratings taken on 20 February 2017.