Patrick Naish Biography

Richmond drafts father-son pick Patrick Naish, son of Chris Naish, as expected, but had to match a bid from St Kilda to get him.

"We really liked him and there was a bit of romance around the father-son," Tigers recruiting manager Matthew Clarke said.

"In every grade and every team, he gets the job done. He’s a smart player who gets the footy and he puts a lot of defensive pressure on."

Richmond is a step closer to having its first father-son since 2003 after formally nominating Patrick Naish under the AFL's rules.

The Tigers have lodged the paperwork that will give them the power to match a bid for the midfielder in the 2017 AFL Draft.

Patrick Naish, a father-son prospect for the Tigers in 2017, says he has become accustomed to the thought of potentially being part of Richmond in the near future.

"Last year I got rid of the 'wow factor' and have viewed them as possible teammates. I forgot about their status in a way and focused on my own footy and my progress and getting the best out of myself while I am there," Naish said.

"I've got to know them on a really personal basis, including 'Dimma' (coach Damien Hardwick), and it's good to chat to them. They've said work on the things you need to, but don't forget the things you are good at and keep trying to make them elite."