The Lions went one better than 2019 - they managed to win a huge final over the Tigers before going out in the preliminary final, a home one of that.

They were unable to capitalise on a once in a lifetime opportunity, the grand final was played on their home deck and they were unable to participate.

A year littered with poor goal kicking, the Lions are primed to challenge for the flag again in 2021 but will need to make drastic improvements in front of the big sticks to win it all.

3. MVP

Lachie Neale: The Brownlow Medalist was a head and shoulders above the rest of his colleagues this season. He dominated games at will and was as damaging as he has ever been with such disposals. Neale was a worthy Brownlow winner and looked the winner early in the season. His dominat season allowed his fellow midfielders to get off the chain and made Brisbane a very dangerous side.

AFL Rd 2 - Brisbane v Fremantle
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 13: Lachie Neale of the Lions celebrates kicking a goal during the round 2 AFL match between the Brisbane Lions and the Fremantle Dockers at The Gabba on June 13, 2020 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)