Richmond has farewelled Nathan Broad and Dion Prestia. What leaves with two senior players besides games and experience — and which parts of that loss can a young list actually replace?

Nathan Broad became a three-time premiership defender without ever fitting the usual star template. What should Richmond learn from the way his role was identified, developed and trusted?

Nathan Broad’s career is a case study in how Richmond’s premiership system turned role clarity, culture and trust into three flags.

West Coast’s interest in Nathan Broad is easy to understand. Richmond’s side of the decision is harder because his value extends beyond the position he plays.

Nathan Broad went from pick 67 to three Richmond premierships and announced 2026 would be his final season. Which parts of that journey deserve closer attention?

Reporting around Nathan Broad’s future raised more than a retirement question. What would his exit ask Richmond to replace on and off the field?

Nathan Broad entered 2026 as one of Richmond’s remaining premiership-era constants. What evidence should decide whether his role still belonged in the next version of the side?

RTSSG’s full member feature Nathan Broad reveals why he didn’t join exodus of Richmond premiership stars from Punt Rd. begins with a decision that became more revealing because of when it was made. Richmond had just won two games in 2024. Premiership teammates were leaving or retiring, the old era was breaking apart, and Broad had a genuine opportunity to finish his career elsewhere for more money. The easy version of that story is that a loyal Richmond player stayed. The mor