The 202cm former basketballer had an impressive debut in 2016, collecting 19 disposals and 30 hit-outs in a round 19 clash against the Power. Smith has gone on to play an additional eight games but struggled to break into the senior team last season. Veteran ruckman Stefan Martin is now 32 and the Brisbane coaching panel will know it's time to look for a successor of the 158 gamer. Smith is now 23 and at the cherry-ripe age to have a huge year. Watch for Smith to share the ruck duties with Martin in 2019.
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 13: Archie Smith of the Lions celebrates kicking a goal with team mates during the 2016 AFL Round 21 match between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton Blues at The Gabba on August 13, 2016 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/AFL Media)
