There has been a number of AFL players who have retired yet changed their mind and eventually retuned to footy.
We take a look at 10 of the best comeback stories - based off success, contribution and overall story behind it, after returning to the game.
This list includes players who officially retired.
5. Tim Watson
Tim Watson initially played for Essendon between 1977 and 1991, in that time he won two premierships, a VFLPA MVP trophy and four club best and fairest awards.
He would retire in 1991 after being plagued with injuries in the later part of his career.
In the 1992 pre-season draft, Watson was picked up by West Coast, despite him declaring his wish to retire. He would never play a game for the club, but instead worked as a commentator for Channel 7 that year.
An interesting fact, Watson actually worked the 1992 Grand Final as a boundary rider, a game which the Eagles won.
In early 1993, Bombers coach Kevin Sheedy convinced Watson to come out of retirement. Despite not recapturing his old form, Watson was crucial in the forward line.
His experience in a very young side was instrumental in the Dons premiership that year.
He would retire in 1994 after 307 games, 335 goals and three flags.
