Richmond coach Damien Hardwick was delighted with talented tall forward Ben Griffiths’ comeback to the playing field last Saturday after nearly three months on the sidelines recovering from concussion.

Griffiths played the opening half of the Tigers’ VFL team’s match against Werribee at Frankston and impacted the contested in impressive style.

“Ben was really good. Got through a half, kicked a couple of goals, and looked really lively, too,” Hardwick said.

“He looked a class above VFL level, which was really important for both Ben, and us, as well . . .

“It’s really exciting that he’ll come back into our mix at some stage.

“He’ll play again this week.

“He’s probably a game or two away (from a senior return), but he’s back playing, which is a real positive for him and us.

“We’re really excited for him.”