Alright, that'll just about do us today. 

Thank you so much for joining us and we'll see you next weekend for round 16.

Sleep well, footy fans.

Western Bulldogs star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has opened up about his mental health struggles for the first time since taking a leave of absence, saying he battled with suicidal thoughts.

The former No.1 pick is looking to make his AFL comeback after recently visiting a health retreat in northern NSW in an effort to get his life and career back on track.

Ugle-Hagan has not played this season but rejoined Bulldogs teammates earlier this week for the first time since April.

Speaking with ex-AFL players Mitch Robinson and Rhys Mathieson on the Rip Through It podcast, Ugle-Hagan revealed the extent of his battle.

"All the noises actually sent me to a rehab facility for my mental health," Ugle-Hagan said.

"It got to a point where I had to give my car to a mate, so I couldn't drive — I just didn't trust myself driving.

"There were times when I would think about, to be honest with you, just not even worth living.

"Definitely — suicidal thoughts would come pretty frequently.

"Especially when I felt like I was on my own the whole time, the way I was isolated and put out in the public."

Ugle-Hagan said he turned to alcohol at the height of his struggles before spending time at the health retreat.

"When you are down, you want to keep finding an upper," Ugle-Hagan said.

"My upper was probably staying and hanging out with my mates and getting on the piss, and training with them as well.

"But it just had no end goal. I didn't have a game. I didn't have anything.

"My mental health wasn't in the right space, so I was struggling, and I found it really tough to even enjoy football."

The AFL would need to approve Ugle-Hagan's comeback because he has been under the league's mental health plan since taking leave.

But Ugle-Hagan, who is contracted to the Bulldogs until the end of next season, said he was adamant on resuming his 67-game AFL career.

Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge last week raised the same prospect.

"I want to play footy. I can't wait to play footy," Ugle-Hagan said.

"I want to kick a f***ing goal in front of those crowds.

"I have been watching every single Bulldogs game. I have been supporting them, been watching them.

"I will go to games at the end of the year. I genuinely want to play one more (game), I want to play some games.

"It's going to be grouse."

Ugle-Hagan maintained his commitment to the Bulldogs after trade speculation linked him with a possible trade to the Sydney Swans, given his time spent in NSW.

He led the Bulldogs with a career-best 43 goals in 22 appearances last year, but has not featured at any level since the elimination final defeat to Hawthorn.

Beveridge has also swatted away suggestions Ugle-Hagan could be on the move, declaring him "our player".

"I'm obviously still contracted with the Doggies and I still want to play for them and I want to win a flag," Ugle-Hagan said.

"It's the Bulldogs until my contract runs out and then hopefully they offer me ­another one, but we will see how we go.

"They have given me opportunities since day dot, so why can't I get back?"

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A dominant and comprehensive win from the Bulldogs, who ended with a whopping 79-point victory over rebuilding side Richmond. 

With the four points, the Bulldogs jump into the top eight, which sees Gold Coast out of it. 

Sam Darcy continues to impress - he finished with five goals - while Marcus Bontempelli was prolific with 29 disposals, three goals and 12 score involvements. They make a mighty pair on the field. 

The Tigers finished with just eight goals, three of those off the boot of Tom Lynch, and had some bright patches here and there. They were just a class below the Dogs. 

The Bulldogs finished with just under a 100 more uncontested possessions than the Tigers, which tells the tale.

A sour note, however, for the Dogs, as Adam Treloar was subbed out with a calf concern. 

Goodness, he's a headache for opposition defenders. Sam Darcy reaches his long arms and take a terrific mark inside 50 and finishes off the job. 

His last major, the Bulldogs' 19th goal of the afternoon.

Richmond had a great patch here in the final quarter with three goals in a row - through Seth Campbell, Kamdyn McIntosh and Tom Lynch with his third - however their run was ended by Marcus Bontempelli. 

Bulldogs hold their lead at 65 points, with 12 minutes left in the game.

Sam Darcy has kicked his fourth goal of the evening and the Bulldogs have broken the hundred. 

They lead by 77 points with 18 minutes to go. Can they stretch it to a 100-point win?

This game is pretty much going as expected. The Bulldogs lead by 71-points at the final change, after dominating Richmond right across the park. 

Marcus Bontempelli is having some game, already up to 25 touches and two goals from his seven score involvements. It's a great response after just 15 disposals last weekend (uncharacterised from him).

The Bulldogs have ten individual goal scorers. Sam Darcy has three, while Bontempelli, Lachie McNeil, Rhylee West all have two.

The Tigers have just the three goals, two of those through Tom Lynch. 

While a long career ahead, so who knows where this story will go, there's something poetic about a one-club player too.

Tyler Sonsie has been subbed out the game, with first gamer Jasper Alger replacing him. 

Alger has been impressive at VFL level and will hopefully inject some energy into this Richmond side, who are trailing by 53 points.

Plus, it gives Richmond fans something to be excited about. 

It's bad news for the star Bulldog, Adam Treloar, who has been subbed off with calf tightness. Hopefully nothing too serious but we do know the midfielder has struggled with soft tissue injuries. 

Buku Khamis has come on in his place, and kicked the opening goal of the second half after Marcus Bontempelli found him on the lead inside 50.