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Richmond Rant / Re: Maurice Rioli junior [merged]
« Last post by Andyy on Today at 06:57:30 PM »Looks fit. Go son.
He looks sensational the leanest he's ever looked so far.
Really hope he's a late bloomer like his dad.
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He looks sensational the leanest he's ever looked so far.
Really hope he's a late bloomer like his dad.
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Richmond Rant / Re: Jack Ross [merged]
« Last post by Andyy on Today at 06:56:03 PM »I would have waited until the end of the season.
I didn’t think he made any improvements last season and can certainly see him playing plenty of VFL this year as thecubs go past him.
Absolutely
Even wait until mid season
Really don't understand the fixation on this guy that some people have
I really dont understand the hate some people have
no hate
i just don't value him as highly as some others
learn to handle an alternative opinion without the strawman
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Richmond Rant / Your club's A-Graders? (SEN)
« Last post by one-eyed on Today at 04:35:53 PM »Your AFL club's A-Graders
By SEN
1 Feb 2026
SEN's Liam Pickering has named his A-Graders for every AFL club heading into the 2026 season.
Pickering's A-Graders are each club's cream of the crop, and he also named the B-Graders on each team who make up the top end of each best 23.
Richmond
A-Graders (1): Nick Vlastuin
“Lynch was, Prestia was, but only one A-Grader.”
B-Graders: Noah Balta, Tom Lynch, Jayden Short, Toby Nankervis, Tim Taranto, Dion Prestia
“This is not a knock on them, it’s just where they are at. I think (Josh) Gibcus can be a good player if he gets a run, Sam Banks is talented.
“Their kids are good. Sam Lalor could be anything!”
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Adelaide (3): Jordan Dawson, Riley Thilthorpe, Izak Rankine
Brisbane (7): Harris Andrews, Lachie Neale, Zac Bailey, Cam Rayner, Hugh McCluggage, Josh Dunkley, Will Ashcroft
Carlton (3): Jacob Weitering, Patrick Cripps, Sam Walsh
Collingwood (4): Darcy Moore, Nick Daicos, Josh Daicos, Jamie Elliott
Essendon (1): Zach Merrett
Fremantle (4): Alex Pearce, Hayden Young, Caleb Serong, Andrew Brayshaw
Geelong (6): Zach Guthrie, Tom Stewart, Max Holmes, Patrick Dangerfield, Jeremy Cameron, Bailey Smith
Gold Coast (5): Sam Collins, Noah Anderson, Ben King, Matt Rowell, Christian Petracca
GWS Giants (7): Sam Taylor, Lachie Whitfield, Lachie Ash, Toby Greene, Jesse Hogan, Tom Green, Finn Callaghan
Hawthorn (3): James Sicily, Jai Newcombe, Will Day
Melbourne (2): Max Gawn, Kysaiah Pickett
North Melbourne (2): Nick Larkey, Harry Sheezel
Port Adelaide (3): Connor Rozee, Zak Butters, Jason Horne-Francis
St Kilda (3): Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, Callum Wilkie, Jack Sinclair
Sydney (5): Charlie Curnow, Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, Errol Gulden, Tom Papley
Western Bulldogs (5): Bailey Dale, Marcus Bontempelli, Sam Darcy, Ed Richards, Tom Liberatore
West Coast (0): -
https://www.sen.com.au/news/2026/02/01/afl-2026-a-grade-and-b-grade-players-at-every-club-2026-season
By SEN
1 Feb 2026
SEN's Liam Pickering has named his A-Graders for every AFL club heading into the 2026 season.
Pickering's A-Graders are each club's cream of the crop, and he also named the B-Graders on each team who make up the top end of each best 23.
Richmond
A-Graders (1): Nick Vlastuin
“Lynch was, Prestia was, but only one A-Grader.”
B-Graders: Noah Balta, Tom Lynch, Jayden Short, Toby Nankervis, Tim Taranto, Dion Prestia
“This is not a knock on them, it’s just where they are at. I think (Josh) Gibcus can be a good player if he gets a run, Sam Banks is talented.
“Their kids are good. Sam Lalor could be anything!”
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Adelaide (3): Jordan Dawson, Riley Thilthorpe, Izak Rankine
Brisbane (7): Harris Andrews, Lachie Neale, Zac Bailey, Cam Rayner, Hugh McCluggage, Josh Dunkley, Will Ashcroft
Carlton (3): Jacob Weitering, Patrick Cripps, Sam Walsh
Collingwood (4): Darcy Moore, Nick Daicos, Josh Daicos, Jamie Elliott
Essendon (1): Zach Merrett
Fremantle (4): Alex Pearce, Hayden Young, Caleb Serong, Andrew Brayshaw
Geelong (6): Zach Guthrie, Tom Stewart, Max Holmes, Patrick Dangerfield, Jeremy Cameron, Bailey Smith
Gold Coast (5): Sam Collins, Noah Anderson, Ben King, Matt Rowell, Christian Petracca
GWS Giants (7): Sam Taylor, Lachie Whitfield, Lachie Ash, Toby Greene, Jesse Hogan, Tom Green, Finn Callaghan
Hawthorn (3): James Sicily, Jai Newcombe, Will Day
Melbourne (2): Max Gawn, Kysaiah Pickett
North Melbourne (2): Nick Larkey, Harry Sheezel
Port Adelaide (3): Connor Rozee, Zak Butters, Jason Horne-Francis
St Kilda (3): Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, Callum Wilkie, Jack Sinclair
Sydney (5): Charlie Curnow, Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, Errol Gulden, Tom Papley
Western Bulldogs (5): Bailey Dale, Marcus Bontempelli, Sam Darcy, Ed Richards, Tom Liberatore
West Coast (0): -
https://www.sen.com.au/news/2026/02/01/afl-2026-a-grade-and-b-grade-players-at-every-club-2026-season
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Richmond Rant / Ranking the five best young cores in the AFL / Richmond at #3 (Zerohanger)
« Last post by one-eyed on Today at 04:27:07 PM »Ranking the FIVE best young cores in the AFL
We name the clubs with the best emerging talent 👇
Patrick Parnell
zerohanger.com
January 30, 2026
Young talent continues to surge across the AFL, with several clubs now building cores that will shape the competition over the next decade.
Using players aged 22 or under for the 2026 season, we've ranked the top five teams based on the quality and upside of their emerging talent.
3. Richmond
Richmond's recent commitment to investing heavily at the draft has rapidly reshaped the profile of the club's list, leaving the Tigers with one of the most exciting young cores in the competition.
The headline act is former number-one pick Sam Lalor, a powerful midfield prospect who looks a Dustin Martin clone early in his career.
Around Lalor, Taj Hotton, Sam Grlj, Seth Campbell and Sam Cumming provide speed and class across multiple lines.
Richmond's rebuilding list is further bolstered by key-position prospects Harry Armstrong, Jonty Faull and Luke Trainor, who each appear exciting long-term prospects as the rebuild takes hold.
There is still plenty of development required across the group, but in terms of raw talent and upside, Tigers fans have every reason to be optimistic about what the next decade could hold.
Players 22 and under:
Steely Green, Seth Campbell, Kaleb Smith, Liam Fawcett, Kane McAuliffe, Thomas Sims, Taj Hotton, Sam Lalor, Patrick Retschko, Luke Trainor, Josh Smillie, Jonty Faull, Jasper Alger, Harry Armstrong, Zane Peucker, Sam Grlj, Sam Cumming, Noah Roberts-Thomson.
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1. Gold Coast
2. Hawthorn
3. Richmond
4. North Melbourne
5. Brisbane
https://www.zerohanger.com/ranking-the-five-best-young-cores-in-the-afl-172490/3/
We name the clubs with the best emerging talent 👇
Patrick Parnell
zerohanger.com
January 30, 2026
Young talent continues to surge across the AFL, with several clubs now building cores that will shape the competition over the next decade.
Using players aged 22 or under for the 2026 season, we've ranked the top five teams based on the quality and upside of their emerging talent.
3. Richmond
Richmond's recent commitment to investing heavily at the draft has rapidly reshaped the profile of the club's list, leaving the Tigers with one of the most exciting young cores in the competition.
The headline act is former number-one pick Sam Lalor, a powerful midfield prospect who looks a Dustin Martin clone early in his career.
Around Lalor, Taj Hotton, Sam Grlj, Seth Campbell and Sam Cumming provide speed and class across multiple lines.
Richmond's rebuilding list is further bolstered by key-position prospects Harry Armstrong, Jonty Faull and Luke Trainor, who each appear exciting long-term prospects as the rebuild takes hold.
There is still plenty of development required across the group, but in terms of raw talent and upside, Tigers fans have every reason to be optimistic about what the next decade could hold.
Players 22 and under:
Steely Green, Seth Campbell, Kaleb Smith, Liam Fawcett, Kane McAuliffe, Thomas Sims, Taj Hotton, Sam Lalor, Patrick Retschko, Luke Trainor, Josh Smillie, Jonty Faull, Jasper Alger, Harry Armstrong, Zane Peucker, Sam Grlj, Sam Cumming, Noah Roberts-Thomson.
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1. Gold Coast
2. Hawthorn
3. Richmond
4. North Melbourne
5. Brisbane
https://www.zerohanger.com/ranking-the-five-best-young-cores-in-the-afl-172490/3/
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Richmond Rant / Re: Best 23 in 2026?
« Last post by one-eyed on Today at 04:22:14 PM »The Richmond Tigers Best 23 for the 2026 AFL season is officially taking shape and it’s a fascinating mix of experience and emerging talent. Taranto & Hopper anchor the midfield, while Lalor projects to be the next gun forward every SC coach watches closely.
Who are the Tigers you’re backing and which Richmond players make your AFL SuperCoach starting squad?
#SuperCoach #AFLSuperCoach #AFL #AFLFantasy
https://x.com/SCHorse_/status/2017030089226277118
Who are the Tigers you’re backing and which Richmond players make your AFL SuperCoach starting squad?
#SuperCoach #AFLSuperCoach #AFL #AFLFantasy
https://x.com/SCHorse_/status/2017030089226277118
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Richmond Rant / Re: Jack Ross [merged]
« Last post by Tiger Khosh on Today at 03:38:24 PM »I would have waited until the end of the season.
I didn’t think he made any improvements last season and can certainly see him playing plenty of VFL this year as thecubs go past him.
LOL
Footy isnt your strong point is it !
Unless he comes back from injury , I cannot see him playing any VFL this year
Geez, never thought an opinion about Jack Ross would have people questioning my footy knowledge.
He is being played out of position on the wing, other than a good aerobic capacity, he doesnt have any of the traits that make a good wingman and the club clearly don’t have a spot for him in midfield. He doesn’t have pace, his ball use is avg, he isn’t tall / a good contested mark that can cut off long kicks down the line.
We know what we’re going to get with him, it’s the same issue I have with HRS. Do you keep playing these middle agers knowing they’ve more likely then not hit their ceiling or do you try giving the kids a run on the wing, kids whose touted attributes are more suited to that position. Maybe those kids aren’t ready and end up going back to VFL but I’d rather see them tested out and given a chance then just playing guys who more often then not give you the same 4-6/10 performance every week.
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Richmond Rant / Re: Favourite player game
« Last post by 1965 on Today at 03:19:45 PM »Gray 16 -
Lalor 19
Hotton 20 +
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Richmond Rant / Re: General preseason training discussion [merged]
« Last post by one-eyed on Today at 02:41:56 PM »Track Watch: Ross, Sonsie, Faull and others impress
All the insights from an intense week of Richmond match simulations.
By Richmond Media
Jan 31, 2026
The vibes were high at the Swinburne Centre heading into another big week of pre-season training.
As the Melbourne temperature began to climb, so did the energy on the track early in the morning, with the players going through their running paces.
Steely Green was impressive and focused early, as he and Campbell Gray confidently completed their run-throughs and encouraged their teammates to keep up the pace as the mercury climbed.
Tom Lynch was silky smooth in full ground pattern drills, as he fed the ball to the ever-vocal and fast Jayden Short on the run, who was able to feed the ball inside 50 to a pouncing Mykelti Lefau on the run.
Taj Hotton was sharp in front of goal, as he snapped off a tidy Toby Nankervis tap down, after collecting the ball with just one hand on the run.
Match simulation concluded Monday’s heated session, as Ben Miller commanded the backline and took an impressive contested mark, to help set up Noah Roberts-Thomson on the run, who fed the ball to Kaleb Smith, before it ended in a goal for Rhyan Mansell.
Unity was on show as Jacob Hopper and Tim Taranto led from the middle, guiding Sam Grlj and helping the young draftee utilise his pace to deliver the ball cleanly to Liam Fawcett at full forward.
James Trezise was powerful in defence, as he laid an impressive tackle just metres from goal, earning the ball back and handing it off to Miller up the line.
Noah Balta was confident in the air, as he marked and handed the ball off to Tyler Sonsie striding along the wing.
Sam Banks appeared to be hitting his stride in a multi-kick drill on Wednesday, leading up hard off the cone and hitting his targets by foot.
Similarly, Seth Campbell was making strong leads, receiving the ball at half-forward, then moving the ball on with a piercing kick to Jasper Alger in the pocket. The pair were in fine form, showcasing their elite foot speed and ability to mark the ball in the air.
The squad then moved into working within their respective line groups, which saw the forwards practice their tackling craft and transiting the ball inside 50.
Hotton set the tone, charging full speed at the tackling bag, then picking up the crumb to deliver the ball off to Green.
In the centre of the oval, it was Kane McAuliffe dominating the stoppage work with his explosiveness and clean hands at ground level. Jack Ross also impressed, showing composure around the football and keeping his opponent at bay.
Towards the end of the session, draftee Roberts-Thomson was showing his skill set in a nine vs seven drill, on both wings of the oval. The youngster took a strong overhead mark, quickly playing on and hitting a 35-meter kick to move the ball towards the attacking end.
Come Friday, it was time for another intense three quarters of match simulation.
Patrick Retschko set the tone early on the wing, scooping up a loose ball to then lace out Sonsie in the forward pocket.
Sonsie was everywhere, dominating at stoppage, winning the ball at both ends of the ground, and providing valuable metres gained for his team.
Gray took a leaping intercept mark, playing on straight away to hit Mansell 40 meters out, giving him a set shot on goal.
Veteran defender Nathan Broad returned to match simulation, having an immediate impact when he took to the field. Broad was spoiling balls, impacting the contest and moving the ball long down the line.
Miller was prolific down back, taking intercept marks and providing one-on-one competition for young forward Harry Armstrong as the two battled it out in an aerial contests.
Armstrong held his own, creating space and making opportunities for himself with strong leads up the ground, in one instance resulting in a set shot goal.
Jonty Faull showed positive signs, returning to match play after injuring his ankle, providing strong leads out of the forward line to set himself up for shots on goal. The second-year forward nailed a goal from about 60-metres out in an exciting sign for all Tiger fans.
Once again, Ross delivered in the midfield with his in-and-under attack on the football, winning it at ground level. Ross’ skills looked sharp, hitting a kick on a 45-degree angle inside his attacking 50.
Taranto was a standout, with his constant run and work rate around the ground setting him up for a goal late in the match, after a short kick from Maurice Rioli.
The very next play out of the middle, Rioli shone again, receiving the ball cleanly out of the centre square and lacing up Green at pace.
Draftees Zane Peucker and Sam Cumming each had strong moments at stoppage, showing their ability to get in and under to win the footy.
Late in the second term, Alger took a set shot on what appeared to be an impossible angle on the 50-meter line, only to go back and kick it straight through the big sticks. The goal was met with big celebrations from his teammates.
Dion Prestia was at his best, kicking a high-flying snap goal on the run after dodging his way through traffic.
It wouldn’t be match simulation without an epic Rioli chase-down tackle. This time it was Gray who drew the short straw after hitting the ball with pace and looking to move it on quickly by foot, but little did he know Rioli was on his tail and took a diving tackle just seconds before Gray went to kick it, resulting in a holding the ball.
Ollie Hayes-Brown and Lefau competed all day in the ruck, providing great outlets for their teammates.
After a strong hit-out under the hot Melbourne sun, the squad went through their warm downs in role mastery before breaking for lunch and finishing the day with Matt Duffie’s tackling session.
https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1948995/track-watch-ross-sonsie-faull-and-others-impress
All the insights from an intense week of Richmond match simulations.
By Richmond Media
Jan 31, 2026
The vibes were high at the Swinburne Centre heading into another big week of pre-season training.
As the Melbourne temperature began to climb, so did the energy on the track early in the morning, with the players going through their running paces.
Steely Green was impressive and focused early, as he and Campbell Gray confidently completed their run-throughs and encouraged their teammates to keep up the pace as the mercury climbed.
Tom Lynch was silky smooth in full ground pattern drills, as he fed the ball to the ever-vocal and fast Jayden Short on the run, who was able to feed the ball inside 50 to a pouncing Mykelti Lefau on the run.
Taj Hotton was sharp in front of goal, as he snapped off a tidy Toby Nankervis tap down, after collecting the ball with just one hand on the run.
Match simulation concluded Monday’s heated session, as Ben Miller commanded the backline and took an impressive contested mark, to help set up Noah Roberts-Thomson on the run, who fed the ball to Kaleb Smith, before it ended in a goal for Rhyan Mansell.
Unity was on show as Jacob Hopper and Tim Taranto led from the middle, guiding Sam Grlj and helping the young draftee utilise his pace to deliver the ball cleanly to Liam Fawcett at full forward.
James Trezise was powerful in defence, as he laid an impressive tackle just metres from goal, earning the ball back and handing it off to Miller up the line.
Noah Balta was confident in the air, as he marked and handed the ball off to Tyler Sonsie striding along the wing.
Sam Banks appeared to be hitting his stride in a multi-kick drill on Wednesday, leading up hard off the cone and hitting his targets by foot.
Similarly, Seth Campbell was making strong leads, receiving the ball at half-forward, then moving the ball on with a piercing kick to Jasper Alger in the pocket. The pair were in fine form, showcasing their elite foot speed and ability to mark the ball in the air.
The squad then moved into working within their respective line groups, which saw the forwards practice their tackling craft and transiting the ball inside 50.
Hotton set the tone, charging full speed at the tackling bag, then picking up the crumb to deliver the ball off to Green.
In the centre of the oval, it was Kane McAuliffe dominating the stoppage work with his explosiveness and clean hands at ground level. Jack Ross also impressed, showing composure around the football and keeping his opponent at bay.
Towards the end of the session, draftee Roberts-Thomson was showing his skill set in a nine vs seven drill, on both wings of the oval. The youngster took a strong overhead mark, quickly playing on and hitting a 35-meter kick to move the ball towards the attacking end.
Come Friday, it was time for another intense three quarters of match simulation.
Patrick Retschko set the tone early on the wing, scooping up a loose ball to then lace out Sonsie in the forward pocket.
Sonsie was everywhere, dominating at stoppage, winning the ball at both ends of the ground, and providing valuable metres gained for his team.
Gray took a leaping intercept mark, playing on straight away to hit Mansell 40 meters out, giving him a set shot on goal.
Veteran defender Nathan Broad returned to match simulation, having an immediate impact when he took to the field. Broad was spoiling balls, impacting the contest and moving the ball long down the line.
Miller was prolific down back, taking intercept marks and providing one-on-one competition for young forward Harry Armstrong as the two battled it out in an aerial contests.
Armstrong held his own, creating space and making opportunities for himself with strong leads up the ground, in one instance resulting in a set shot goal.
Jonty Faull showed positive signs, returning to match play after injuring his ankle, providing strong leads out of the forward line to set himself up for shots on goal. The second-year forward nailed a goal from about 60-metres out in an exciting sign for all Tiger fans.
Once again, Ross delivered in the midfield with his in-and-under attack on the football, winning it at ground level. Ross’ skills looked sharp, hitting a kick on a 45-degree angle inside his attacking 50.
Taranto was a standout, with his constant run and work rate around the ground setting him up for a goal late in the match, after a short kick from Maurice Rioli.
The very next play out of the middle, Rioli shone again, receiving the ball cleanly out of the centre square and lacing up Green at pace.
Draftees Zane Peucker and Sam Cumming each had strong moments at stoppage, showing their ability to get in and under to win the footy.
Late in the second term, Alger took a set shot on what appeared to be an impossible angle on the 50-meter line, only to go back and kick it straight through the big sticks. The goal was met with big celebrations from his teammates.
Dion Prestia was at his best, kicking a high-flying snap goal on the run after dodging his way through traffic.
It wouldn’t be match simulation without an epic Rioli chase-down tackle. This time it was Gray who drew the short straw after hitting the ball with pace and looking to move it on quickly by foot, but little did he know Rioli was on his tail and took a diving tackle just seconds before Gray went to kick it, resulting in a holding the ball.
Ollie Hayes-Brown and Lefau competed all day in the ruck, providing great outlets for their teammates.
After a strong hit-out under the hot Melbourne sun, the squad went through their warm downs in role mastery before breaking for lunch and finishing the day with Matt Duffie’s tackling session.
https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1948995/track-watch-ross-sonsie-faull-and-others-impress
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Richmond Rant / Re: Jack Ross [merged]
« Last post by Hard Roar Tiger on Today at 11:26:49 AM »He still goes missing against the stronger teams which will always hold him back in the eyes of some. That first game against Carlton was incredible and never hit those lofty heights again whixh was a bummer for me.
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Richmond Rant / Re: Jack Ross [merged]
« Last post by WilliamPowell on Today at 10:58:40 AM »In clearly in the minority but I thought 2025 was easily his best season
Coaches give him a role and he does it. Simple really.
I said in this very thread I expected him to finish top 10 in the B&F (think iwas the only one) and he did.
I get that most don't like that referencing but players get given roles. They do what the Coaches want they get rewarded. Bloke is seen as a emerging leader at the Club by his peers so he must be doing something right.
No issue with the extension. Congrats Jack
Coaches give him a role and he does it. Simple really.
I said in this very thread I expected him to finish top 10 in the B&F (think iwas the only one) and he did.
I get that most don't like that referencing but players get given roles. They do what the Coaches want they get rewarded. Bloke is seen as a emerging leader at the Club by his peers so he must be doing something right.
No issue with the extension. Congrats Jack
