Western Bulldogs livewire Ed Richards has re-signed at the Kennel.
The out of contract 22-year-old has re-committed to the club until the end of 2023.
Richards was a figure of interest at other clubs, given the Bulldogs' depth.
Essendon great Matthew Lloyd named Richards as one of eight players who should consider a fresh start for greater opportunity at the end of the year.
He was on the sidelines until Round 15 after suffering an ankle injury in a pre-season game.
Richards has played 63 AFL Games since being taken with a first-round pick in the 2017 National Draft.