In a special series leading up to the AFL’s 2016 National Draft on November 25, we take a look at the drafting history of current-day Richmond players over the past decade, and summarise how they have fared at senior league level with the Tigers.  Today we examine 2011 draftees Brandon Ellis and Todd Elton.

Brandon Ellis
Richmond’s first pick (No. 15 overall) in the 2011 National Draft.  Recruited from West Coburg/Calder Cannons (TAC Cup).
Playing position:  Midfielder
Born:  3/8/1993    
Height:  181cm    
Weight:  81kg    
Guernsey number at Richmond:  No. 5 (formerly No. 42)
AFL debut:  Round 1, 2012 v Carlton, MCG   
Total games:  110    
Goals:  39    
Disposals average:  22.1
Playing honours:  AFL Rising Star nominee in 2012, runner-up Jack Dyer Medal in 2014 

Todd Elton
Richmond’s second pick (No. 26 overall).  Recruited from Somerville/Dandenong Stingrays (TAC Cup).
Playing position:  Key forward/defender
Born:  29/4/1993      
Height:  197cm
Weight:  100kg       
Guernsey number at Richmond:  No. 43
AFL debut:  Round 14, 2012 v Adelaide, AAMI Stadium  
Total games:  4    
Goals:  1    
Disposals average:  7.5