Ed Richards
2021 Stats
Goals
6
Behinds
7
Disposals
183
Kicks
93
Tackles
34
Ruled out against Essendon
Richards has been ruled out for this week's elimination final against Essendon due to a shoulder injury.
ANALYSIS
Richards suffered his injury in the second quarter of Saturday's match against Sydney, but he was able to remain in the game. However, he'll be unavailable for the elimination final, and a timetable for his return isn't yet clear.
Richards suffered his injury in the second quarter of Saturday's match against Sydney, but he was able to remain in the game. However, he'll be unavailable for the elimination final, and a timetable for his return isn't yet clear.
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Close to comeback
Richards (concussion) is listed as a test to return in Round 21 against Essendon, according to head of medical services Chris Bell. "Ed (Richards) still has some boxes to tick following the concussion he suffered in round 19. If he comes through (training) like I expect, he will return to playing this weekend."
ANALYSIS
Richards has only played four times this season and will hope to keep up his fitness as the home-and-away stage nears its completion.
Richards has only played four times this season and will hope to keep up his fitness as the home-and-away stage nears its completion.
Suffers concussion in win
Richards suffered a concussion during the Round 19 over Melbourne, according to his club.
ANALYSIS
Richards is already confirmed to be out for Round 20 while in concussion protocol, though he should be able to return after that if he passes his fitness checks. He's only made four appearances this season, recording a season-high of 19 marks in Round 17 against Sydney.
Richards is already confirmed to be out for Round 20 while in concussion protocol, though he should be able to return after that if he passes his fitness checks. He's only made four appearances this season, recording a season-high of 19 marks in Round 17 against Sydney.
Expected to play
Richards is expected to be available in Round 17 against Sydney after missing Round 16 due to illness.
ANALYSIS
Richards has only played once this season but is on track for a quick return.
Richards has only played once this season but is on track for a quick return.
Able to play
Richards (ankle) is available for selection ahead of Round 14 against Geelong.
ANALYSIS
Richards has been out for almost three months with an ankle injury and will hope to promptly return to the pitch for an important match in the top 8.
Richards has been out for almost three months with an ankle injury and will hope to promptly return to the pitch for an important match in the top 8.
Sidelined 8-to-10 weeks
Richards will miss 8-to-10 weeks due to an ankle injury.
ANALYSIS
Richards appeared in 17 games for the Bulldogs last season, tallying 183 disposals -- 93 kicks and 90 handballs -- to go along with 34 tackles and 24 marks. His timeline gives him a return date in mid-to-late May if all goes according to plan.
Richards appeared in 17 games for the Bulldogs last season, tallying 183 disposals -- 93 kicks and 90 handballs -- to go along with 34 tackles and 24 marks. His timeline gives him a return date in mid-to-late May if all goes according to plan.