AFL injury list: Who’s hot, who’s hurt at your club after Round 7
DAVID Swallow will miss Gold Coast’s trip to China while the Western Bulldogs receive positive news on Jake Stringer’s knee injury. LATEST INJURY AND SELECTION NEWS
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DAVID Swallow will miss Gold Coast’s trip to China.
The Suns midfielder suffered a knee knock in the win over Geelong on Saturday night and the club will take a cautious approach with him.
The Suns will also be without Matt Rosa (concussion) and Callum Ah Chee (back) but will regain key defender Rory Thompson.
Meanwhile, Hawthorn midfielder Jono O’Rourke has suffered another injury setback.
The former No.2 draft pick injured his hamstring in the VFL on the weekend and will now miss 8-10 weeks.
“It looks like it’s quite a significant hamstring injury,” Hawthorn elite performance manager Andrew Russell told the club website.
Earlier in the week, the Western Bulldogs received positive news on Jake Stringer’s knee injury but the forward will still miss up to three weeks.
See every club’s injury list below as our footy experts analyse form and the latest selection news.
ADELAIDE CROWS
INJURIES
Tom Lynch (concussion) test
Kyle Cheney (hamstring) test
Ben Davis (foot) season
Cam Ellis-Yolmen (knee) season
Alex Keath (hamstring) 1 week
Mitch McGovern (hamstring) 8 weeks
Paul Seedsman (groin) indefinite
MATCH REPORT: GROUNDHOG DAY AS KANGAROOS SMASH CROWS
ON THE BLOCK: Tom Lynch will be assessed during the week after sitting out the second half following a failed concussion test. A stack of Crows had poor games and will be under pressure to bounce back this week.
ON THE CUSP: Wayne Milera was a late out and could return. Harrison Wigg was the standout in the SANFL with 28 disposals while Troy Menzel kicked two goals.
AL PATON’S FORECAST: OK, we didn’t see that coming. The unbeaten Crows were belted from the first bounce in Hobart but will return to more familiar surrounds of Adelaide Oval for their clash against Melbourne. Sam Jacobs could have a field day against the ruckless Demons and Simon Goodwin will think long and hard about assigning a tag to Rory Sloane after Sam Gibson’s success.
BRISBANE LIONS
INJURIES
Dayne Beams (quad) 1-2 weeks
Alex Witherden (hamstring) 1 week
Daniel McStay (hand) 2-3 weeks
Sam Skinner (knee) 2-3 weeks
Tom Cutler (hamstring) indefinite
Mitch Robinson (foot) 10+ weeks
Allen Christensen (shoulder) season
MATCH REPORT: BUDDY BAG INSPIRES SWANS’ FIRST WIN
ON THE BLOCK: Chris Fagan was thrilled with the effort of his side after quarter-time against the Swans. They ran headfirst into a side determined to make a statement in the opening quarter and didn’t cope but after that were pretty honest. Josh Schache had been on the block but played his best game of the year. Mitch Robinson could barely move after quarter-time and is likely to miss, taking a hard edge out of the side.
ON THE CUSP: Rhys Mathieson could provide the grunt Robinson’s likely absence would rob the side of if he is considered fit enough. Josh Clayton has been in good form and has been close for several weeks now.
ANDREW HAMILTON’S FORECAST: Fagan did not fall into the belief Sydney were on the ropes and he will certainly be on high alert for the Hawks, especially after their form on the weekend. His message again will be effort and he will make a strong point of getting the side prepared for any opening onslaught. Brisbane would be rank outsiders against the Hawks in Tassie and are likely to be younger again with the expected loss of Robinson. But Fagan has said repeatedly he is looking for small wins and winning a quarter or one of the key statistical areas is a good start.
CARLTON
INJURIES
Zac Fisher (hamstring) test
Kym Lebois (quad) test
Ciaran Sheehan (knee) test
Jack Silvagni (shoulder) test
Ciaran Byrne (knee) indefinite
MATCH REPORT: RAIN, BLUES RUIN MAGPIES’ BIG DAY
ON THE BLOCK: It’s hard to pinpoint any immediate glaring issues in the Carlton line-up after successive wins over Sydney and now Collingwood. Defensively, Brendon Bolton’s team is setting up superbly, the mids are making a difference and even the forwards are doing their job. Dale Thomas secured his spot for another week with a strong performance. Don’t expect many changes.
ON THE CUSP: Jack Silvagni will push for a return against St Kilda next weekend after his shoulder issue and would be a welcome return. David Cuningham and Harrison Macreadie were good performers in the Northern Blues’ win over Collingwood at Victoria Park on Sunday.
GLENN McFARLANE’S FORECAST: Brendon Bolton has flagged consistency as the Blues’ next objective and they get their chance at a hat-trick of wins if they can overcome the in-form Saints. Sam Petrevski-Seton showed just how potential he has, almost taking the Collingwood game by the scruff of the neck. Matthew Kreuzer is back to his best and Marc Murphy has taken his game to a new level after a full pre-season. It’s good also seeing Levi Casboult work out some of his kicking issues. Tough game this week, but the young Blues will at least have a crack.
COLLINGWOOD
INJURIES
Daniel Wells (managed) available
Tom Langdon (knee) test
Brayden Sier (eye socket) 1 week
Travis Varcoe (hamstring) 1 week
Ben Sinclair (hamstring) 7-8 weeks
MATCH REPORT: RAIN, BLUES RUIN MAGPIES’ BIG DAY
ON THE BLOCK: The Magpies had their worst game for the year against the Blues and changes at selection are likely. Jackson Ramsay was disappointing in defence, doesn’t generate enough run off halfback and his disposal lets him down, while Mason Cox isn’t working as a forward. Tim Broomhead was given a reprieve after being dropped but was very quiet and Tom Phillips didn’t have his best game.
ON THE CUSP: Daniel Wells will slot straight back into the team after being rested for Saturday’s game, while Jesse White spent a lot of time in the ruck in the VFL, which means he could be set for a recall to replace Cox after 26 hit outs, 13 disposals and a goal. Matthew Scharenberg has put together solid VFL form and won praise from coach Jared Rivers and will be in the mix to face GWS, while Jarryd Blair had 32 disposals and two goals against Northern Blues. Chris Mayne could be in contention after 18 disposals, four tackles and a goal and James Aish collected 25 disposals after being an emergency for the AFL team.
KATE SALEMME’S FORECAST: A poor performance on a big day for the club, coach Nathan Buckley and the players will be bitterly disappointed with the loss to Carlton. It’s the same old problems — skill execution, decision-making and poor goalkicking — so how do they fix it? Worryingly, the Pies seemed tired and Buckley lamented playing three games in 12 days as his players couldn’t match the Blues’ intensity and will need to freshen up with some light work on the track early in the week. Consistency in effort and performance needs to be addressed. The Pies keep talking about the expectation of playing finals so with that in mind, it missed a chance to go 3-4 heading into the clash with GWS but if the Magpies can pull off a win against an undermanned Giants team, they’ll be 3-5 heading into Hawthorn, Brisbane (home), Fremantle (away) and Melbourne before the bye. All winnable games. Can Buckley’s team produce five performances in a row like what we saw against Geelong and get their season back on track? The opportunity is definitely there.
ESSENDON
INJURIES
Jobe Watson (rested) test
Ben McNeice (rested) test
Andrew McGrath (rested) test
Patrick Ambrose (quad) 3 weeks
Mitch Brown (ankle) 5 weeks
Jayden Laverde (ankle) 5 weeks
Jordan Ridley (back) 4 weeks
MATCH REPORT: BOMBERS RUN OUT OF LEGS AGAINST DOCKERS
ON THE BLOCK: No injuries out of the weekend but expect a few changes once again for the Bombers. Essendon made six changes to its Round 6 team for the clash with the Dockers after making five changes a week earlier. Conor McKenna and Matt Dea (both eight disposals) were quiet against Fremantle.
ON THE CUSP: John Worsfold said post-match on Sunday he expected former captain Jobe Watson to return this week after being rested for the trip to Perth. Last year’s No.1 draft pick, Andrew McGrath, was also rested and could return. Dropped ruckman Tom Bellchambers impressed in the VFL.
CHRIS CAVANAGH’S FORECAST: Disappointing couple of weeks for the Bombers since an Anzac Day win over Collingwood. Lost to Melbourne by 38 points in Round 6 and faded badly against Fremantle on Sunday, giving up a two-point lead at three-quarter time to lose by 37 points. The Fremantle game was Essendon’s third match in 13 days and it faces a six-day turnaround coming back from Perth before tackling Geelong at the MCG on Saturday night. Making matters worse, the Bombers haven’t beaten the Cats since 2011. Challenging times.
FREMANTLE
INJURIES
Hayden Ballantyne (hamstring) 3 weeks
Harley Bennell (calf) 7 weeks
Zac Clarke (knee) indefinite
Josh Deluca (groin) 1 week
Stephen Hill (hamstring) 2 weeks
Alex Pearce (leg) indefinite
Matthew Uebergang (hamstring) indefinite
MATCH REPORT: BOMBERS RUN OUT OF LEGS AGAINST DOCKERS
ON THE BLOCK: Midfielder David Mundy spent time on the bench after copping a kick to his leg in the match with the Bombers but returned to the field. Otherwise a fairly even performance for the Dockers.
ON THE CUSP: Midfielder Danyle Pearce had a blinder in the WAFL, gathering 35 disposals and a goal to be best afield for Peel Thunder. Nick Suban (26 disposals) and Luke Ryan (21 disposals) also impressed.
CHRIS CAVANAGH’S FORECAST: Coach Ross Lyon said post-game on Sunday that to suggest Fremantle was “delighted” with a 4-3 start was a “bit full-on” but said he was pleased by the character being shown by his troops. The Dockers will need to bring more of that character when they head to Melbourne to meet a Richmond side coming off consecutive losses this Sunday in what shapes as a huge game for both sides and their finals aspirations.
GEELONG
INJURIES
Josh Cowan (achilles) test
Lachie Henderson (ribs) test
Cory Gregson (foot) 4 weeks
Lincoln McCarthy (groin) indefinite
Brandan Parfitt (hamstring) 8-10 weeks
MATCH REPORT: SUNS TOP CATS, KEEP FINALS HOPES ALIVE
ON THE BLOCK: Lachie Henderson was a late out against Gold Coast on Saturday night, hurting his ribs in the warm up. Mark Blicavs and James Parsons had little impact against the Suns but weren’t alone.
ON THE CUSP: Jordan Cunico and Wylie Buzza were Geelong’s best against Box Hill in the VFL on Sunday while Tom Ruggles was also solid.
CHRIS CAVANAGH’S FORECAST: Chris Scott said the Cats “can’t accept” performances like Saturday night’s 25-point loss to Gold Coast but added he was “optimistic we’ll play well next week”. Geelong meets a struggling Essendon side at the MCG on Saturday night and has not lost to the Bombers since 2011. But the Cats need to lift after consecutive losses in a flaky start to the season.
GOLD COAST
INJURIES
David Swallow (knee) 1 week
Callum Ah Chee (back) TBC
Matt Rosa (concussion) 1 week
Ben Ainsworth (quad) 2 weeks
Sam Day (hip) season
Pearce Hanley (heel) 2 weeks
Jesse Lonergan (shoulder) test
Trent McKenzie (hamstring) 2 weeks
Michael Rischitelli (knee) indefinite
MATCH REPORT: SUNS TOP CATS, KEEP FINALS HOPES ALIVE
ON THE BLOCK: No one. The Suns produced their best performance of the season against the Cats and achieved a fairly even team performance. However, given they are heading to China they will take a squad of 25. The best chance for any of those extra players who come into the group to push for selection is if they adapt better to the foreign conditions and the long travel. Eade has said no one with respiratory problems will be considered, but they have none on record.
ON THE CUSP: The Suns’ NEAFL side smashed GWS so everyone is pushing their case. Brayden Fiorini was best-on and has been in and out of the senior side this year. Jack Bowes played a half after basically being rested after an impressive start to his career. Matt Shaw might be the other one given his extensive senior experience.
ANDREW HAMILTON’S FORECAST: Gold Coast’s effort against Geelong changes this game dramatically. When the Suns are on they feel they can beat anyone. Unfortunately for Rodney Eade, the required attitude and effort is a week by week proposition at the moment. The midfield battle is critical. But a lot will also depend on which club handles the travel best. Steven May’s return is massive. The Power are in good nick but struggled to convert attacking entries to scores on the weekend. May’s presence will add to that.
GWS GIANTS
INJURIES
Adam Kennedy (knee) season
Jacob Hopper (dislocated finger) TBC
Matt Buntine (knee) season
Brett Deledio (calf) indefinite
Tom Downie (illness) indefinite
Toby Greene (suspended) 1 week
Ryan Griffen (ankle) 7 weeks
Nick Haynes (hamstring) 9 weeks
Tendai Mzungu (hamstring) 7 weeks
Sam Reid (hamstring) test
Will Setterfield (ankle) 7 weeks
MATCH REPORT: SAINTS ENJOY THEIR ROCKY MOMENT
ON THE BLOCK: There will be two forced changes for the Giants match against Collingwood at Spotless Stadium with Adam Kennedy out for the year with an ACL and Jacob Hopper set to miss with a broken finger.
ON THE CUSP: Lachie Whitfield is available for selection after suspension but has only training form to mount his case. Matt de Boer was an emergency last week and his 37 touches in the NEAFL will draw plenty of attention his way. Jeremy Finlayson put in one of his best efforts with three goals and 34 disposals. Daniel Lloyd continued his good form as well with two goals and 32 touches.
NEIL CORDY’S FORECAST: Whitfield was one of the Giants’ best players in their two finals matches last year and will come straight into the team despite the lack of match practice. Former Docker Matt de Boer has two games under his belt after a hamstring injury disrupted his start at GWS, he will debut against the Magpies who GWS have never beaten.
HAWTHORN
INJURIES
Jono O’Rourke (hamstring) 8 weeks
Grant Birchall (knee) 4 weeks
Jaeger O’Meara (knee) test
Jonathon Ceglar (knee) indefinite
Kieran Lovell (shoulder) indefinite
Teia Miles (medial ligament) 5 weeks
MATCH REPORT: HAWKS OF OLD RETURN TO HAUNT DEMONS
ON THE BLOCK: Premiership defender Grant Birchall is doubtful for next week after tweaking his knee in the opening minutes of Sunday’s win over Melbourne. Birchall will have scans today. Jaeger O’Meara was withdrawn before the game. The midfield jet will be forced to undergo a block of training before being considered again for selection after playing just one game in the past month.
ON THE CUSP: Ty Vickery, Jack Fitzpatrick and Ricky Henderson were among the best Hawks on VFL duties at the weekend. Brendan Whitecross could push for the Birchall vacancy while Kaiden Brand also remains in contention.
GILBERT GARDINER’S FORECAST: The win on Sunday stands for very little unless the Hawks can go on with the job against Brisbane next week. Were embarrassed against St Kilda last week in Launceston, so expects the Hawks to be baying for blood and retribution on the Apple Isle. Good to see the old firm back in form and the next generation — O’Brien, Hardwick, Hartung and Co — pulling their weight on the big stage.
MELBOURNE
INJURIES
Colin Garland (knee) season
Max Gawn (hamstring) 8-10 weeks
James Harmes (eye) TBC
Corey Maynard (concussion) TBC
Pat McKenna (hamstring) 4-5 weeks
Joel Smith (shoulder) 8-10 weeks
Tim Smith (rib/punctured lung) 4-5 weeks
Jake Spencer (shoulder) 5-6 weeks
Aaron vandenBerg (heel) 7-8 weeks
MATCH REPORT: HAWKS OF OLD RETURN TO HAUNT DEMONS
ON THE BLOCK: Tomas Bugg could be in the gun after some skill errors in the disappointing loss to Hawthorn. The coach Simon Goodwin said the intensity wasn’t there early and they defended poorly, except for Sam Frost.
ON THE CUSP: Jake Melksham was best-on in the VFL to press his case for a recall. The Demons would love another big ruck option but the list is threadbare in that department.
JAY CLARK’S FORECAST: Tough task trying to beat Adelaide on the bounce in the Crows’ own backyard. Certainly someone will have to be accountable for Rory Sloane and Sam Jacobs could have a day out in the ruck. Will be short odds.
NORTH MELBOURNE
INJURIES
Corey Wagner (ankle) TBC
Paul Ahern (knee) season
Ben Jacobs (foot) test
Oscar Junker (broken tibia) 6 weeks
Ben McKay (groin/hip) 1 week
Aaron Mullett (broken hand) 1 week
Sam Wright (ankle) 5 weeks
MATCH REPORT: GROUNDHOG DAY AS KANGAROOS SMASH CROWS
ON THE BLOCK: Ben Brown was affected by a shoulder injury on Saturday that saw him treated in the rooms and then heavily strapped, while Corey Wagner only featured for part of the first quarter after an ankle injury. He told Brad Scott he was “fine”, but we’ll see. The Roos will also be anxiously awaiting Monday’s match review panel findings after Jarrad Waite’s starring role in his return to AFL also featured a heavy tackle on Crow Tom Lynch that took the Adelaide forward out of the game.
ON THE CUSP: Lindsay Thomas struggled early in the VFL as he bore plenty of opposition attention, before stepping things up to kick three goals including the sealer. Braydon Preuss mounted his case for a recall with an impressive showing in the ruck, finishing the day with 16 disposals, seven marks and 64 hitouts. Taylor Garner was rested in Hobart as a precaution due to hamstring tightness and will be assessed.
LAUREN WOOD’S FORECAST: What a day to be a Roo. North Melbourne was up and about after its stellar 10-goal-to-zip first quarter that gave them the jump on the Crows, and that sort of confidence can make you stand taller. They’ll take heart from defeating the ladder leaders into a meeting with another side that delivered a blitz of its own, Sydney. With an eight-day break, the Roos should be fresh in what should be a solid contest between two sides looking to capitalise on one of football’s most valuable assets — momentum.
PORT ADELAIDE
INJURIES
None
MATCH REPORT: EAGLES POUNCE, POWER FAIL TOP-FOUR TEST
ON THE BLOCK: With a fully fit and healthy list, now is not the time to be off your game at Port Adelaide even though coach Ken Hinkley hinted he is unlikely to make any drastic changes for the trip to China. Aaron Young is one of Port’s players who is yet to really get going this season. He kicked 37 goals last year in a breakout season but has now gone goalless three times in 2017, including Saturday night’s loss to West Coast.
ON THE CUSP: Port Adelaide’s reserves — the Magpies — are banging down the door to get in the senior team. Karl Amon was unlucky to be dropped on the weekend but someone had to make way for the captain Travis Boak. Brett Eddy could come back in to address the Power’s goalkicking woes and then there’s Jake Neade or Angus Monfries if Port wants to go small instead.
REECE HOMFRAY’S FORECAST: What looked a fairly comfortable match-up for the Power a fortnight ago is suddenly shaping as a tough assignment against Gold Coast in China. The travel factor aside, the Suns are rapidly improving and their most recent win over Geelong on the weekend showed they are top-eight potential. Port is winning enough of the ball and getting it forward but must score at a better rate than one goal every six inside-50 entries like against the Eagles on Saturday night. With no injuries I think Hinkley will make at least one change to the 22 to play the historic match in Shanghai.
RICHMOND
INJURIES
Dion Prestia (hamstring) test
Nick Vlastuin (shoulder) 3-4 weeks
Nathan Broad (shoulder) 4 weeks
Reece Conca (foot) 2-4 weeks
Nathan Drummond (knee) season
Shane Edwards (hip) 1 week
Jack Graham (ankle) 5 weeks
Ben Griffiths (concussion) indefinite
Shaun Hampson (back) indefinite
Jacob Townsend (eye) 1 week
MATCH REPORT: BULLDOGS DO IT THE HARD WAY ... AGAIN
ON THE BLOCK: Nick Vlastuin started strongly against the Bulldogs but his night ended early in the second quarter with a shoulder injury. Scans have revealed a small fracture. Corey Ellis was barely sighted in his first game for the year and Ivan Soldo will go back to the VFL to keep learning the game after doing a pretty good job filling in for Toby Nankervis.
ON THE CUSP: Nankervis will return from suspension but Dion Prestia is only a “slim” chance according to Damien Hardwick. Top draft pick Shai Bolton is a chance to make his AFL debut after kicking two goals from 21 disposals in the VFL. Ben Lennon and Connor Menadue also kept their names in front of the selectors.
AL PATON’S FORECAST: Plenty to like in a five-point loss to the premier but another win is urgent as the ladder tightens. A home game against a suddenly in-form Fremantle is a must-win before travelling to Sydney to face the Giants. A week off might have done Toby Nankervis the world of good, and he’ll need to be on top of his game giving up 12cm to Aaron Sandilands.
ST KILDA
INJURIES
David Armitage (groin) 3-4 weeks
Josh Battle (knee) 2 weeks
Maverick Weller (ankle) test
Tom Hickey (knee) 4-6 weeks
MATCH REPORT: SAINTS ENJOY THEIR ROCKY MOMENT
ON THE BLOCK: Doubt the Saints will be keen to make too many changes unless Koby Stevens gets rubbed out for his tackle on Nathan Wilson. Nick Riewoldt is managing a sore knee but has ridiculous recuperative powers. Tom Hickey injured his medial ligament in the VFL and will miss at least a month.
ON THE CUSP: Good news for the Saints is that there a few senior players who continue to knock on the door. Paddy McCartin is on report for charging so he may get rubbed out. But midfielders Shane Savage and Daniel McKenzie continue to press. Nathan Freeman was also in Sandringham’s best players but won’t be getting a call-up until at least mid-season, the club says.
JAY CLARK’S FORECAST: The Saints have knocked off Hawthorn and GWS and were good for three quarters against the Cats. A third straight win against Carton under the roof this weekend should continue to build their momentum towards a long-awaited finals berth. Don’t underestimate the good form of Nathan Brown down back and Seb Ross is becoming a jet midfielder.
SYDNEY SWANS
INJURIES
Shaun Edwards (shoulder) 2 weeks
Kieren Jack (hip) test
Alex Johnson (knee) indefinite
Jeremy Laidler (achilles) indefinite
Dane Rampe (arm) 2 weeks
Dan Robinson (collarbone) 1 week
Gary Rohan (concussion) available
Kurt Tippett (hip) test
MATCH REPORT: BUDDY BAG INSPIRES SWANS’ FIRST WIN
ON THE BLOCK: Sam Naismith wasn’t all that impressive in his first game back from a knee injury. With Kurt Tippett available his spot could come under pressure.
ON THE CUSP: Kurt Tippett will be available for selection after missing two weeks with a hip injury. Nic Newman picked up 30 possessions in the NEAFL match against Brisbane reserves.
Aliir Aliir had done the hard work winning his spot back in the team only to turn up late to training and be dropped for Harry Marsh. He wasn’t allowed to play in the reserves so will find it very his spot back this week.
NEIL CORDY FORECAST: The Swans have a tough task against North Melbourne at Etihad Stadium but a win against the Kangaroos will have them in much better shape than when they were 0-6. Tippett’s height could also provide some worries for North’s defence.
WEST COAST
INJURIES
Liam Duggan (quad) test
Jamie Cripps (ankle) 5 weeks
Scott Lycett (shoulder) 4 weeks
Nic Naitanui (knee) indefinite
Jackson Nelson (wrist) 2 weeks
Luke Partington (hand) test
Drew Petrie (hand) 2-3 weeks
Willie Rioli (hamstring) 1 week
Simon Tunbridge (knee) indefinite
Jake Waterman (foot) indefinite
MATCH REPORT: EAGLES POUNCE, POWER FAIL TOP-FOUR TEST
ON THE BLOCK: The Eagles had no reported injuries out of the game after Liam Duggan (quad) was a late withdrawal and it would be harsh to drop any player part of the stirring win in Adelaide. Duggan’s replacement, Mark Hutchings was serviceable with 12 disposals, while Jack Redden also had just 12 disposals and Dom Sheed, who has been in and out of the side this year had only 13 but he kicked a goal. Second-gamer Kurt Mutimer contributed with 10 disposals and a goal.
ON THE CUSP: Duggan missed the win with a quad injury but coach Adam Simpson expects him to train this week. WAFL affiliate East Perth had a bye so those not selected couldn’t push their case for a recall.
KATE SALEMME’S FORECAST: Who said the Eagles can’t play outside Perth? The win over Port Adelaide will give Simpson’s team a huge confidence boost ahead of the crunch clash against reigning premiers Western Bulldogs on Friday night. Are West Coast a premiership threat in 2017? A win over the Bulldogs will go a long way to underlining that but we’re not getting carried away just yet. Clashes against Essendon (Etihad), GWS (Subiaco) and resurgent Gold Coast (Metricon) sets up a big month before the bye.
WESTERN BULLDOGS
INJURIES
Jake Stringer (knee) 2-3 weeks
Josh Dunkley (shoulder) 12 weeks
Travis Cloke (broken ribs) 2-3 weeks
Dale Morris (leg) 2 weeks
Jordan Roughead (hamstring) test
Roarke Smith (knee) season
MATCH REPORT: BULLDOGS DO IT THE HARD WAY ... AGAIN
ON THE BLOCK: Two forced changes with Jake Stringer and Josh Dunkley both expected to miss the trip west. It’s hard to see the Dogs making too many other changes.
ON THE CUSP: Jack Redpath kicked 6.2 in the VFL and had nine marks inside 50 on his return from a knee reconstruction. Seems a pretty good replacement for Stringer but expect him to spend a few more weeks at the lower level with Tory Dickson and Stewart Crameri also waiting in the wing. Mitch Wallis has played two VFL games on his return from a broken leg and coach Luke Beveridge said he was a chance to make his AFL comeback against West Coast
ELIZA SEWELL’S FORECAST: It’s a six-day break for the Dogs and a trip west, but history says this is the team that can upset the Eagles at home.
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