Jordan Roughead has played on All-Australians and Coleman Medallists before, but his cousin Jarryd presents an especially tough match-up.  

Having kicked 68 goals in the 2013 home-and-away season to finish as the competition’s leading goalkicker, Jarryd Roughead has asserted himself as a player of elite quality and immense influence.

Among the big Hawk’s strongest attributes, according to Jordan Roughead, is his marking. His fourth-placed ranking in the AFL for inside-50 marks comes as no surprise to the Bulldog backman.

“His ability to take a one-grab mark is exceptional, whether up on a lead or in a pack.”

Versatility is another standout quality.

“He’s a bit of a man for all seasons. He’s been playing a bit of a role in the midfield as well for the Hawks this year, whether as a ruckman or an onballer. He’s pretty comfortable between the arcs and within the 50.”

Jarryd Roughead looms as a vital component in Hawthorn’s premiership push with the side set to tackle arch-nemesis Geelong this Friday night.