Richmond head into 2022 having missed finals for the first time since 2016 and are now expected to bounce back.

The Tigers dropped all the way down to 12th, in parts due to injuries, form and luck.

Primed to find themselves in contention again, with the return of injured stars and the acquisition of Robbie Tarrant, who will play a significant role in the side.

Can Richmond win their fourth flag in this premiership window? This season is sure to tell.

Ins: Josh Gibcus (National Draft), Tom Brown (National Draft), Tyler Sonsie (National Draft), Sam Banks (National Draft), Judson Clarke (National Draft), Robbie Tarrant (North Melbourne).

Outs: David Astbury (retired), Mabior Chol (Gold Coast), Callum Coleman-Jones (North Melbourne), Derek Eggmolesse-Smith (delisted), Ryan Garthwaite (delisted), Bachar Houli (retired), Patrick Naish (delisted).

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Prediction

This year is interesting for the yellow and black army.

Richmond will look to balance between giving its older stars one more chance to win the big one again while also ensuring their youth get plenty of opportunity.

Combining those two elements, and throwing in the return of Martin, the Tigers should improve from 2021.

With star players entering or in their twilight years, along with strong midfield and overall depth, Richmond will return to the finals frame.

Predicted position: 5th

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