 Following the mid-season bye, Riewoldt put in one of the performances of his career during a win over at Etihad Stadium.He tallied career bests in marks (21) and contested marks (seven) as well as kicking three goals and recording 21 disposals in what was a best-on-ground performance rewarded by three Brownlow Medal votes and a perfect 10 votes in the Coaches Association award.Riewoldt received one more vote in that award in round 16's win over before attracting another two votes for a four-goal performance against in round 18.