Injury News
The latest on Aaron Naughton, Ed Richards and James O’Donnell ahead of Friday’s clash against Collingwood.
Bulldogs’ forward Aaron Naughton will spend an extended period on the sidelines after scans revealed a moderate grade medial ligament injury.
The 24-year-old had his knee caught in a tackle and while avoiding ACL damage, will miss the next 4-6 weeks.
Ed Richards and Anthony Scott will both sit within the concussion protocols, with the pair to be monitored before a return to play guidelines is assessed.
James O’Donnell has turned a corner from his illness and returned to training today.
It is expected the young defender will be available for the Collingwood clash.
Injury List – Round 12
James O’Donnell (illness) – Test
Ed Richards (concussion) – TBC
Anthony Scott (concussion) – TBC
Tom Liberatore (concussion) – 1-2 weeks
Jason Johannisen (hamstring) – 4-5 weeks
Cody Weightman (elbow) – 4-5 weeks
Aaron Naughton (knee) – 4-6 weeks
Nick Coffield (shoulder) – 4-6 weeks
Ryan Gardner (wrist) – 12-14 weeks
Bailey Smith (ACL) – Season