 Riewoldt's performance in the round 1 loss to was labelled "relatively poor" by the coach, with the forward recording less than 10 disposals and only one goal for the first time since round 8, 2012.He was reported for tripping in round 3, but escaped with only a reprimand after the AFL Match Review panel deeming the offence unworthy of suspension.He was chastised by club officials in May, when he spoke out publicly against the effectiveness of the team's new short-kicking game-style.