Port Adelaide players Angus Monfries and Paddy Ryder were today found not guilty by the AFL Anti-Doping Tribunal for using banned peptide Thymosin Beta-4 while playing for Essendon in 2012.

Port Adelaide chief executive Keith Thomas said the club was relieved with today’s decision.

“Clearly we are pleased for Angus and Paddy,” Mr Thomas said.

“They have been through so much and we are very proud as to how they’ve handled themselves during this difficult time.

“It’s a relief that they have been found not guilty of these breaches and can now focus on their football.”

Monfries and Ryder are eligible for selection this week for Port Adelaide’s Round 1 clash against Fremantle in Perth.