Richmond midfielder Marlion Pickett will make his AFL debut for the Tigers in Saturday's 2019 AFL Grand Final.

Pickett, 27, will replace injured midfielder, Jack Graham who was ruled out this week with a shoulder dislocation.

After just four months in the AFL system, he will be the sixth player to debut in an VFL/AFL Grand Final, and the first in 67 years.

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Pickett arrived at Tigerland as a two-time best and fairest winner from South Fremantle in the WAFL, as pick No. 13 in the mid-season draft.



After recovering from a finger injury sustained before his arrival, Pickett played his first game in the Yellow and Black for the VFL Tigers in Round 18. He went on to play every game for the remainder of the season, playing a huge role in Richmond VFL’s premiership campaign.



Showcasing his experience and capability in big games, Pickett received the Norm Goss Medal for best afield in Richmond VFL’s Grand Final victory on Sunday.