I don't think the bump was the only option, your still shows a Swans player standing just out of shot. Could franklin not have turned his body, using his momentum, superior size and strength to shield the ball and slap the ball back to this guy inside the fifty? Surely that is the smarter football decision as it creates a scoring opportunity for his team. Or even shepherd the Richmond player off the ball and call in his team mate.
I also disagree it was not deliberate, he had time to size up the Richmond player, position his body for impact and smash his shoulder into his head. The fact he tucked his shoulder is irrelevant and was more about self preservation than concern for the other player. Its like saying the cannibals are now using knives and forks so we are making progress. He meant it, he was lucky to get off lightly, the tribunal wont change it's decision so good luck to him. I do feel the Karma bus is parked just around the corner though.