Jarrod Berry Biography

Brisbane hung Jarrod Berry's No. 7 guernsey next to the door in the rooms and put a photo of the injured midfielder on the board in the meeting room, using his absence to inspire the Lions to back-to-back premierships at the MCG on Saturday.

Berry knew he was a long shot of playing in a third straight Grand Final after dislocating his shoulder in last Saturday's preliminary final win over Collingwood, but wasn't ruled out until Thursday morning.

"Bez has been so important for our brotherhood, he is one of the players who is the glue of this group and he has been from the start. Just like 'Big O' last year it was devastating for him. He is a great team man and he held his head up high," teammate Hugh McCluggage said of Berry.

Jarrod Berry turns his back on free agency and signs a five-year deal with the Lions.

"It is a pretty awesome moment, super proud of my journey so far and being able to stick with the one club is pretty special to me," Berry said.

"It was nice to see the club put their faith in me, and I’ll be here for a little bit longer.

"The people, the friendships, and bonds I've formed over the eight years I have been here and the people outside of the club that support me has been tremendous."

Jarrod Berry will undergo knee surgery to remove a Baker's cyst from his right knee and is expected to be out for up to eight weeks.

Jarrod Berry signs a new four-year deal with Brisbane to remain at the club until the end of 2024.

His arrival at the Lions coincided with the appointment of coach Chris Fagan and football manager David Noble, a pair he credits immensely with being made to feel welcome.

"The role of Chris and David in that aspect has been pretty large in my career. They've been great for me. They've shown me the right way to do stuff. That was the main reason for re-signing," Berry said.

"I believe in what they're bringing to the table, what they've taught the coaches and what they're messaging is to us players."

Steven May has failed in his bid to play in round one after unsuccessfully challenging his one-match ban for engaging in rough conduct against Brisbane midfielder Jarrod Berry.

"I don't need to change my whole game but there are parts I can clean up, no doubt," May said.

"I don't want to be here (Tribunal) ever again. Like I said, we play a fast-paced game and those decisions are made on instinct."

Dayne Zorko will captain Brisbane in 2019 after the club announced an eight-man leadership group that also included recruit Lachie Neale.

Along with Neale, rugged defender Darcy Gardiner and young midfielder Jarrod Berry have been added.

They join established leaders Harris Andrews, Stefan Martin, Ryan Lester and Allen Christensen.

Jarrod Berry has been diagnosed with a mild case of glandular fever.

The 21-year-old is still exercising on a modified program and the club expects him to be back to full health shortly.

Tom Berry will be together with his brother, Jarrod Berry, after being select by Brisbane with pick No.36.

"We were rapt to get Thomas. It's a fantastic family and he's obviously got really strong connections to the club already," Brisbane recruiting manager Steve Conole said.

"We think he can play a variety of roles. He's really quick and he'll complement our forward and midfield group."

Jarrod Berry says he'll be fit for the start of the season despite dealing with a foot injury that currently has him in a moon boot.

Berry had an outstanding debut season in 2017, playing 16 games, but missed the final month with what the club called a "minor" foot problem.

"It's not a long-term thing and the club is just taking cautionary measures to make sure it's right for the start of the season," Berry said.

"I'm just keeping off it and having a bit of rest and letting it settle.

"Around Christmas I'll know a bit more in-depth where I sit and how long it's going to take for me to come back."

Jarrod Berry signs a two-year deal with Brisbane that will keep him at the club until the end of 2020.

"Jarrod's an exciting player who has a desire to win contested footy. He's shown us glimpses of that ability already," general manager of football David Noble said.

"Jarrod is great to have around, has a positive attitude that contributes to the culture of our club."

Jarrod Berry makes his AFL debut for Brisbane at Docklands Stadium with 8 disposals (3 kicks and 5 handballs), 2 marks, 2 tackles and a goal in a 31-point loss to St Kilda.

Jarrod Berry will miss up to six weeks after undergoing surgery to address a knee complaint that has plagued his pre-season.

Brisbane select Jarrod Berry with pick No.17 in the 2016 National Draft.

Jarrod Berry has capped a strong NAB AFL Draft Combine by taking out the 3km time trial with an impressive run.

The Vic Country captain closed out the four-day screening at Etihad Stadium by running 9min 46sec in the gruelling test, which places him in the top 10 runs in combine history.

It followed excellent athletic results for the 18-year-old across the combine, including being a joint winner of the beep test by reaching level 15.1.

The attacking half-back/midfielder also finished in the top 10 for the repeat sprints, clean hands and kicking tests, reminding recruiters of his athleticism.