 In 2008, he played in his first AFL Grand Final, despite his struggles to collect the ball at times, Roughead finished the match with a respectful 2 goals against Geelong.Roughhead kicked a career-high 8 goals in a slim 5 point victory over the Carlton Blues.In 2011, Roughhead played in a ruck position as well as the forward line due to Hawthorn's injury list.