As clubs enter and exit the final round of mid-season byes, injury lists are looking more positive.
The Western Bulldogs expect Aaron Naughton, Nick Coffield, and James Harmes to be available for their Round 16 clash with North Melbourne.
Collingwood anticipates a return of key players after their week off, while a young Kangaroo’s season is over.
Here’s the latest AFL injury news:
Young Roo suffers another serious knee injury
Power forward Brayden George has torn his ACL again, ending his season. George, who debuted in Round 1 of the reserves competition this year after missing most of 2023, faced another setback after recovering from a dislocated elbow last October.
Bulldogs forward and defender set to return post-bye
Western Bulldogs’ Head of Sports Medicine, Chris Bell, provided updates on Aaron Naughton, Nick Coffield, and James Harmes ahead of Round 16. Naughton is nearing the end of his rehab for a knee injury, Coffield is close to returning from a shoulder reconstruction, and Harmes is progressing well from a hamstring injury. Both Jordan Croft and Luke Cleary are also recovering well from concussions and will be monitored.
Collingwood cavalry ready to return after bye
Collingwood is set to welcome back premiership players Brody Mihocek, Scott Pendlebury, and Jordan De Goey for their Round 16 game against Gold Coast. Their return will provide a significant boost as the club aims to solidify its top-four position.
