Find out more about reliable backman Rory Laird ahead of his 50th AFL game this Saturday against Sydney.

Your nickname: Dos

One word to describe you: Hilarious

Favourite player to watch growing up: Scott Camporeale

Who has had the most influence on your career: Darren Milburn

Toughest individual opponent: Brent Harvey

Player most likely to fall asleep in a team meeting: Cam Ellis-Yolmen

Thriftiest player at your club: Andy Otten

The next big thing at your club: Brad Crouch

The smartest thing you have been told: Hard work beats talent if talent doesn’t work hard

If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you be: USA

Your can’t-miss TV shows: Entourage

Your favourite cartoon as a kid: Rocco’s Modern Life

If you had to choose another career, what would it be: Pro Basketballer

What do you normally eat for breakfast: Cereal

Your last meal would be: 5-star steak

Your favourite holiday destination: USA

In the movie of your life, you’d be played by: The main character of the movie ‘Up’

What are your three essential items: Phone, wallet, keys

Most useless thing you have bought: Giant teddy bear

Best subject at school: PE

Which big ticket sporting event would you love to attend: Game 7 of the NBA Playoffs