Steve Johnson
Missed the win over the Sydney Swans due to suspension. Will return for the clash with the Hawks, which will be his 250th AFL game.

Shane Kersten
Was initially named in the Cats’ team to play the Swans but withdrew from the side after suffering from toe soreness. Will be given the chance to prove his fitness on the training track this week.

Jared Rivers
Has spent the past two weeks in the VFL. Gathered 11 disposals and took four marks in the Cats’ heavy VFL loss to North Ballarat on Sunday.

Billie Smedts
Was dropped from the AFL team after a quiet outing against the Lions in round 18. Played in the VFL on the weekend and finished with 22 disposals, five marks and four tackles.

Nathan Vardy
Has now played three games in the VFL. Only tallied five disposals and six hit-outs in the VFL loss to North Ballarat on Sunday but appears likely to be elevated to the AFL team in the next couple of weeks.

Daniel Menzel
Has now played five matches in the VFL without suffering any problems. Had one of his quieter games against the Roosters on Sunday but still managed to pick up 13 disposals.