2025 RECORD:<\/strong>\u00a017th | 5-18 | 66.0% FIRST PICK(S):<\/strong> It’s likely we’ll see the return of ‘Bidmond’ early on night one, with the potential to make as many as four bids within the first half-dozen picks. If West Coast doesn’t call out Zeke Uwland<\/a> then the Tigers surely will, followed by fellow Suns Academy member Dylan Patterson<\/a> – who would be the perfect open draft fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Then comes another Queenslander in Daniel Annable<\/a> (tied to Brisbane), and Carlton father-son gun Harry Dean<\/a>. The latter may be left for Essendon to bid on, but like Patterson suits a long-term list need to justify a bid from Richmond. Though, make no mistake, there’s an element of keeping clubs accountable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Richmond may be open to fielding offers for pick three, depending on what is left over from West Coast’s two picks. An ideal scenario would see athletic ruck-forward Cooper Duff-Tytler<\/a> left on the board, but that may then see Essendon come calling for the Calder Cannons product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Arguably the most likely combination Richmond sews up is that of Eastern Ranges pair Sullivan Robey<\/a> and Xavier Taylor<\/a>. Both have quite small draft ranges and if not called out by the Tigers, wouldn’t last past Essendon or Melbourne at the very latest. Lock them in as top-10 picks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If not both of them, then perhaps Richmond’s need for speed puts Sam Grlj<\/a> in the mix. It’s a draft to fill list holes, although this would be a bit of a reach with the Oakleigh bolter more likely to be taken early in the teens. Elsewhere, Sam Cumming<\/a> is a prospect with Tiger traits who will be in high demand in Richmond’s hitting zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n REMAINING CROP:<\/strong> The Tigers are only expected to make three selections in the National Draft. That means the fate of father-son nominee Louis Kellaway<\/a> is somewhat up in the air. Richmond would likely want to target another player on its board with pick 38 and bring the South Australian midfielder in as a rookie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the scenario of using pick 38, small and quick forwards may be in the offing. The likes of Latrelle Pickett<\/a> and Leon Kickett<\/a> would be exciting acquisitions if available, while a bid on West Coast Next Generation Academy member Tylah Williams<\/a> shouldn’t be ruled out, either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Perhaps Talor Byrne<\/a> or Zane Peucker<\/a> fit the bill with their toughness and power, both providing great energy as small mid-forwards. Suns Academy member Koby Coulson<\/a> could also be an option to carry on earlier trends, with his agility and uncompromising ball winning style suiting Richmond’s midfield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on what happens earlier in the piece, Richmond could also look to bring in some key position support – mostly in the form of rucks or backs. Taj Murray<\/a> is a highly developable option in the ruck, while Tasmanian Avery Thomas<\/a> has plenty of upside as an aggressive interceptor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n KEY QUESTIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n – How many bids will the Tigers make amidst their own picks? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
2025 PICKS:<\/strong>\u00a03, 4, 38, 81
FUTURE PICKS:<\/strong>\u00a0’26 R1, ’26 R2, ’26 R3, ’26 R4 | ’27 R1, ’27 R2, ’27 R3, ’27 R4
ACADEMY\/FATHER-SON NOMINEES:<\/strong>\u00a0Louis Kellaway (F\/S)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Picks\u00a03 & 4<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.central.rookieme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SA-Louis-Kellaway-9-1024x683.jpg\")
Picks 38 & 81<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
– What combination will Richmond target with picks three and four?
– Will Richmond be able to land father-son nominee Louis Kellaway?<\/p>\n\n\n\n