- INTERVIEW: Watch Ed Richards Speak To BulldogsTV just moments after having his name called out.
- DRAFT WRAP: Watch Recruiting Manager Simon Dalrymple discuss the Club's latest draft crop.

Key Stats

Height: 185cm
Weight: 78kg
DOB: 3 July, 1999
Position: Half Back
Club: Oakleigh Chargers

With the sixteenth pick in the 2017 NAB AFL Draft, the Western Bulldogs have selected Ed Richards, a speedy halfback from the Oakleigh Chargers.

With Collingwood greats Ron and Lou Richards in his family tree, Richards' footy pedigree is hard to ignore, but his use of the football and his ability to break lines could see him make a name for himself in the not too distant future.

The word ‘classy’ regularly comes up in scouting reports on the 18-year-old, mainly on account of his kicking and composure under pressure, but he’s not all polish and no grunt; Richards’ competitiveness is a feature of his game that has impressed recruiters.

Western Bulldogs Recruiting Manager Simon Dalrymple said Richard’s improvement in the second half of the season made him difficult to ignore. 

“Ed provides great run off of half back and he’s and excellent user of the football,” he told westernbulldogs.com.au.

“He’s quick, he’s a competitor and the he’s developed extremely well in back half of the year.”

“We think with ample time in the system, he’s an exciting prospect.”