It's unlikely that the Lions will poll too well at the 2016 Brownlow Medal count, however AFL.com.au's Michael Whiting has previewed our chances ahead of the event.
Best chance: Tom Rockliff
A real mixed bag for the Lions skipper in 2016, with back and hamstring problems costing him five of the first 10 games on the sidelines. However, as the season wore on, Rockliff got better. He averaged 34 touches and eight tackles over the final 12 weeks and was highly influential in the Lions' wins over Essendon and Carlton. Our predictor has him polling just five votes, but Rockliff has shown in the past he's an umpires' favourite.
Fast starter: Pearce Hanley
When your team wins just one of its first 16 matches, there's no such thing as a fast starter, but Hanley won the Marcus Ashcroft Medal for best afield against Gold Coast in round four and should get the three votes.
One-vote wonder: Allen Christensen
The former Cat missed the second half of the season with a dislocated collarbone, but put in an exceptional performance against Hawthorn in round 10. The Hawks ran out easy winners, but Christensen's 31 disposals might be enough to steal him a vote.
Total votes
A season with just three wins should be reflected with a paltry vote tally for the Lions. We predict them to finish with just 20 votes, including three best on grounds.
