thomas boyd (born 22 august 1995) is a former professional australian rules footballer. he was selected with the first overall pick in the 2013 afl draft by the greater western sydney giants, but was traded to the western bulldogs following the 2014 season. in 2016, he helped the bulldogs win their first premiership since 1954. after struggling with injuries and mental health, boyd announced his retirement from afl football in may 2019.