Even in retirement Carlton’s Chris Judd could add another accolade to his long list of achievements.

The dual Brownlow medallist and six-time All-Australian, has been nominated for the Madden Medal by the AFL Players’ Association.

Named after former Carlton champion Justin Madden and his brother Simon, an Essendon great, the medal recognises the retiring player who has contributed the most to the game and the broader community.

AFL Players’ CEO Paul Marsh says the award acknowledges the investment players make in the game on and off the field, along with the steps they have taken to develop themselves professionally and personally.

“With so many outstanding players retiring each season, it’s important we take the opportunity to recognise the contribution they have made to the game, both on and off the field,” Marsh said.

“Each of the 2015 Madden Medal nominees have had sensational playing careers, however it’s important we acknowledge the off-field effort involved in building a successful AFL career and celebrate these achievements.”

Other retirees in contention for the honour include Bomber Dustin Fletcher, Docker Luke McPharlin, Port Adelaide’s Chad Cornes and Richmond’s Chris Newman.

There are four main criteria taken into consideration when determining the Madden Medallist: football achievement, personal development, community spirit and off-field engagement.

The winner will be decided by the board of the AFL Players’ Association and previous winners, and will be announced on Friday 9 October.

Past winners include Robert Harvey (2008), Cameron Ling (2011), Jude Bolton (2013) and Lenny Hayes (2014).