Which players from your AFL team are absent? What injury do they have? When will they return to action?
Sporting News lists the injuries from every AFL club during the 2021 season.
For all of the injury news from each AFL club, read below.
ADELAIDE | BRISBANE | CARLTON | COLLINGWOOD | ESSENDON | FREMANTLE | GEELONG | GOLD COAST | GWS | HAWTHORN | MELBOURNE | NORTH MELBOURNE | PORT ADELAIDE | RICHMOND | ST KILDA | SYDNEY | WEST COAST | WESTERN BULLDOGS
Adelaide injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Berry | Concussion | Test |
| Luke Brown | Achilles | 2-3 weeks |
| Matt Crouch | Groin | 7-8 weeks |
| Lochlan Gollant | Finger | Test |
| Mitch Hinge | Shoulder | Season |
| Tom Lynch | Toe | 5-6 weeks |
| Wayne Milera | Patella Tendon | Season |
| Lachlan Murphy | Syndesmosis | 5-6 weeks |
| Daniel Talia | Knee | TBC |
| Taylor Walker | Leg | Test |
Luke Brown will miss a week with a foot injury, while the Crows will assess star forward Taylor Walker following a knock to his knee. Draftee Sam Berry could return in round 12 after suffering a concussion. Matt Crouch has failed to recover from a groin problem and has now been sent for surgery with an 8-9 week absence predicted. Tom Lynch will miss up to two months with a toe injury. Daniel Talia continues his recovery from a knee setback which will keep him out until the second half of the season at least. Wayne Milera has been ruled out for the entire campaign with a patella knee injury. Brisbane recruit Mitch Hinge has also had his season cut short by a shoulder problem.
Updated: June 8.
Brisbane Lions injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jarrod Berry | Groin | 1-2 weeks |
| Darcy Gardiner | Shoulder | 10-11 weeks |
| Ryan Lester | Hamstring | TBC |
| Jack Payne | Foot | 1 week |
| Cameron Rayner | Knee | Season |
| Harry Sharp | Ankle | 10-12 weeks |
| Ely Smith | Ankle | 3-5 weeks |
| Dayne Zorko | Suspension | Round 15 |
Versatile defender Darcy Gardiner will be absent until around finals after suffering a shoulder injury. Cam Rayner is ruled out for the entire campaign with a knee injury.
Updated: June 9.
Carlton injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| David Cuningham | Knee | Season |
| Charlie Curnow | Knee | Indefinite |
| Corey Durdin | Hamstring | Test |
| Michael Gibbons | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Caleb Marchbank | Knee | Season |
| Oscar McDonald | Back | 4-6 weeks |
| Mitch McGovern | Hamstring | 3-5 weeks |
| Harry McKay | Concussion | 1-2 weeks |
| Nic Newman | Concussion | 1-2 weeks |
| Sam Philp | Groin | Season |
Both Harry McKay and Nic Newman will enter concussion protocol after suffering head knocks against West Coast. Injury-prone forward Mitch McGovern still has more than a month left on his hamstring recovery. Charlie Curnow won't play senior football until the second half of the season at the earliest. Caleb Marchbank 's bad luck with injury has continued, suffering a season-ending knee injury in a VFL practice match. A stress fracture in his back will keep Oscar McDonald out for another two months. David Cuningham will miss the season with an ACL injury suffered in round nine.
Updated: June 8.
Collingwood injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor Adams | Knee | 1-2 weeks |
| Tyler Brown | Shoulder | Season |
| Mason Cox | Larynx | Test |
| Levi Greenwood | Concussion | TBC |
| Brodie Grundy | Neck | 1-2 weeks |
| Jeremy Howe | Hamstring | 6-8 weeks |
| Beau McCreery | Calf | Test |
| Reef McInnes | Syndesmosis | 4-5 weeks |
| Trey Ruscoe | Ankle | Test |
| Brayden Sier | Jaw | Test |
Mason Cox, Brayden Sier, Trey Ruscoe and Beau McCreery will face tests ahead of round 13. Tyler Brown's season is over after the club opted for shoulder surgery. Brodie Grundy is expected to miss at least one more week after suffering a pinched nerve in the loss to Geelong. Taylor Adams will join him on the sidelines as he rehabilitates a knee injury. Jeremy Howe won't return until the second half of the season after suffering a serious hamstring injury. Levi Greenwood is having issues with persistent concussion symptoms. Reef McInnes suffered a syndesmosis injury in the twos and will miss around two months.
Updated: June 8.
Essendon injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Kaine Baldwin | Knee | Indefinite |
| Jye Caldwell | Hamstring | 7-9 weeks |
| Dylan Clarke | Ankle | TBC |
| Tom Cutler | Calf | 2-3 weeks |
| Michael Hurley | Hip Infection | Indefinite |
| Andrew McGrath | Knee | 8-12 weeks |
| Irving Mosquito | Knee | Indefinite |
| Dylan Shiel | Knee | 3-4 weeks |
| Devon Smith | Hamstring | Test |
| Peter Wright | Calf | Test |
| David Zaharakis | Hamstring | TBC |
Andrew McGrath is set for a long stint on the sidelines with a confirmed PCL injury, while there are also concerns over David Zaharakis' hamstring. Devon Smith could return from a hamstring injury, while Peter Wright is also a chance. Midfield star Dylan Shiel is nearing the end of his recovery from a knee issue. New recruit Jye Caldwell still has around two months left on a recovery from a hamstring injury. Michael Hurley has been sidelined for the entire season so far with a hip infection. Irving Mosquito has returned home to friends and family in Halls Creek to continue his knee rehabilitation.
Updated: June 8.
Fremantle injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Bailey Banfield | Ankle | Test |
| Heath Chapman | Shoulder | Season |
| Brennan Cox | Hamstring | Long term |
| Mitch Crowden | Shoulder | TBC |
| Sean Darcy | Hamstring | TBC |
| Michael Frederick | Ankle | 7-9 weeks |
| Nat Fyfe | Shoulder | TBC |
| Joel Hamling | Ankle | TBC |
| Stephen Hill | Hamstring | Test |
| Ethan Hughes | Shoulder | TBC |
| Griffin Logue | Concussion | 1-2 weeks |
| Alex Pearce | Ankle | Test |
| Sam Sturt | Knee | Season |
| Sam Switkowski | Hamstring | Test |
| Matt Taberner | Ankle | Test |
| Nathan Wilson | Suspension | Round 14 |
| Hayden Young | Hamstring | 2-4 weeks |
Fremantle's round 12 loss to the Bulldogs came at huge cost, with Nat Fyfe, Sean Darcy, Brennan Cox, Mitch Crowden and Griffin Logue all suffering injuries. The Dockers will be hoping back full forward Matt Taberner , who was a late out in round 12. Talented backman Hayden Young continues his rehab from a severe hamstring injury. Stephen Hill 's injury troubles continue with a hamstring problem but is closing in on a return. Heath Chapman will miss the entire season with his shoulder injury, as will Sam Sturt with a knee issue.
Updated: June 8.
Geelong injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Blicavs | Calf | Test |
| Patrick Dangerfield | Syndesmosis | Test |
| Cameron Guthrie | Shoulder | Test |
| Gryan Miers | Fibula | Test |
| Mark O'Connor | Hamstring | Test |
| Sam Simpson | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Cooper Stephens | Ankle | Indefinite |
| Cameron Taheny | Adductor | Test |
The medicos and coaching staff at the Cats could have a host of decisions to make this week with Patrick Dangerfield, Cam Guthrie, Gryan Miers, Mark Blicavs and Mark O'Connor all set to be put through their paces ahead of round 13. Sam Simpson picked up a low-grade hamstring in round eight.
Updated: June 8.
Gold Coast injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Bowes | Hamstring | Test |
| Connor Budarick | ACL | Season |
| Matt Conroy | Knee | Season |
| Sam Day | Knee | Test |
| Elijah Hollands | Knee | 1 week |
| Hawego Oea | Hamstring | 1 week |
| Matt Rowell | Knee | Test |
| Rory Thompson | Knee | Season |
| Jarrod Witts | ACL | Season |
The Suns could be boosted by the return of Matt Rowell, Jack Bowes and Sam Day after long injury layoffs. Draftee Elijah Hollands is recovering from an ACL he tore over 12 months ago. Co-captain Jarrod Witts joins Connor Budarick, Rory Thompson and Matt Conroy on the sidelines for the remainder of the season.
Updated: June 8.
GWS Giants injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen Coniglio | Ankle | 3-4 weeks |
| Brent Daniels | Hamstring | 3 weeks |
| Toby Greene | Shoulder | Test |
| Jesse Hogan | Calf | 3-4 weeks |
| Lachlan Keeffe | Knee | Season |
| Harry Perryman | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Braydon Preuss | Shoulder | 12-16 weeks |
| Conor Stone | Hamstring | 1 week |
| Sam Taylor | Ankle | 5-6 weeks |
Phil Davis and Matt De Boer are now fit to play, while Toby Greene is also a chance to return in a big boost for the Giants. Rotten luck for big man Braydon Preuss who tore his pec in the gym as he was on the comeback trail from surgery on his opposite shoulder. The Giants have a swag of players to return over the next month including Stephen Coniglio, Jesse Hogan, Brent Daniels and Harry Perryman. Lachie Keeffe will miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury.
Updated: June 8.
Hawthorn injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Lachie Bramble | Hamstring | Available |
| Will Day | Ankle | Test |
| Denver Grainger-Barras | Knee | Test |
| Jack Gunston | Back | TBC |
| Kyle Hartigan | Suspension | Round 15 |
| Seamus Mitchell | Ankle | 3-4 weeks |
| Jaeger O'Meara | Concussion | Available |
| James Sicily | Knee | Indefinite |
Jaeger O'Meara will return from concussion but Kyle Hartigan will mis through suspension. Denver Grainger-Barras is nearly fit but will likely play VFL before a senior debut. Talented youngster Will Day looks to be closing in a return, while James Sicily will be lucky to return in 2021 after suffering a knee injury last season. Jack Gunston 's back injury is a concern with no timeframe on a return.
Updated: June 8.
Melbourne injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Marty Hore | Knee | Season |
| Ed Langdon | Concussion | Test |
| Bailey Laurie | Eye | 1-2 weeks |
| Aaron Nietschke | ACL | Season |
| Deakyn Smith | Ankle | 1-2 weeks |
| Joel Smith | Knee | 1-2 weeks |
| Adam Tomlinson | ACL | Season |
| Aaron vandenBerg | Quad | Available |
| Jack Viney | Toe | 1-2 weeks |
In-form winger Ed Langdon faces a test to return from concussion. Adam Tomlinson 's season is over after he ruptured his ACL in the win over North Melbourne. Jack Viney missed round nine with a toe issue that continues to keep him sidelined. Bailey Laurie fractured an eye socket at training and Joel Smith was injured in the VFL season opener. Reliable defender Marty Hore tore his ACL at training and will miss the entire campaign as will third-year player Aaron Nietschke who has suffered his third ACL tear since joining the Demons.
Updated: June 8.
North Melbourne injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jed Anderson | Ankle | 3-5 weeks |
| Aiden Bonar | Thigh | 6-8 weeks |
| Charlie Comben | Leg stress fracture | Indefinite |
| Aidan Corr | Toe | Indefinite |
| Kyron Hayden | Hamstring | Test |
| Luke McDonald | Pectoral | 2-4 weeks |
| Matt McGuiness | Foot | Test |
| Flynn Perez | ACL | Season |
| Jared Polec | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Phoenix Spicer | Hamstring | TBC |
| Jaidyn Stephenson | Wrist | Test |
| Robbie Tarrant | Kidney | Test |
| Dom Tyson | Calf | TBC |
| Will Walker | Thumb | TBC |
Jaidyn Stephenson could return from a wrist injury, while Aiden Bonar has suffered a recurrence of his thigh issue and will miss 6-8 weeks. Jared Polec is still a couple of weeks away with a hamstring problem, while Jed Anderson 's return date is still more than a month. Luke McDonald will be absent for another few weeks with a pectoral tear. Robbie Tarrant is close to a return after it was initially thought he would miss the majority of the campaign after having kidney surgery. Flynn Perez is out for the season after rupturing the ACL he had repaired before being drafted.
Updated: June 8.
Port Adelaide injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Zak Butters | Syndesmosis | TBC |
| Tom Clurey | Jaw | 3 weeks |
| Xavier Duursma | Lateral ligament | 3-4 weeks |
| Orazio Fantasia | Knee | 2-3 weeks |
| Jarrod Lienert | Concussion | Test |
| Scott Lycett | Suspension | Round 15 |
| Jackson Mead | Spleen | 2-3 weeks |
| Jake Pasini | Shoulder | 1-2 weeks |
| Tom Rockliff | DVT | TBC |
Orazio Fantasia will miss two-to-three weeks with a knee issue. Veteran midfielder Tom Rockliff has been sidelined indefinitely with deep vein thrombosis. Emerging guns Zak Butters (ankle) and Xavier Duursma (knee) are no closer to a return from their injuries. Trent Burgoyne strained a hamstring in the SANFL with a 2-3 week return date set. Tom Clurey won't be back until the second half of the season after breaking his jaw.
Updated: June 8.
Richmond injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| David Astbury | Achilles | 1-2 weeks |
| Kane Lambert | Calf | Test |
| Tom Lynch | Knee | 3-5 weeks |
| Patrick Naish | Hamstring | Test |
| Toby Nankervis | Knee | 3-5 weeks |
| Dion Prestia | Hamstring | Test |
| Ivan Soldo | Knee | Indefinite |
Just two games into his return, midfielder Dion Prestia failed to finish the match in round 12 with a hamstring complaint. Richmond's rollercoaster season has been dealt another blow with news star forward Tom Lynch will require surgery on a knee cartilage issue and Toby Nankervis will also be out medium-term with his own knee problem. Shane Edwards still has a few weeks left on the sideline after hurting his ankle. Ivan Soldo will miss the majority of the campaign after tearing his ACL last season. Kane Lambert could return from his calf injury.
Updated: June 8.
St Kilda injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jake Carlisle | Back | Season |
| James Frawley | Shoulder | Test |
| Jarryd Geary | Shoulder | TBC |
| Jade Gresham | Achilles | Season |
| Dan Hannebery | Calf | TBC |
| Zak Jones | Quad | 4-6 weeks |
| Darragh Joyce | Concussion | Test |
| Dean Kent | Concussion | TBC |
| Max King | Back | TBC |
| Rowan Marshall | Foot | 2-4 weeks |
| Dan McKenzie | Calf | 1-2 weeks |
| Ben Paton | Fractured Tibia and Fibula | Season |
| Mason Wood | Hamstring | TBC |
Jarryn Geary is set for a long stint on the sidelines after dislocating his shoulder in round 12. He'll be joined by Mason Wood who also failed to finish the game with a hamstring injury. Max King played but was hampered by a back issue. Rowan Marshall has had surgery on his foot and will miss at least a month of football. Midfielder Zak Jones had surgery on a quad tear picked up at training and he won't return until the second half of the season. Dan Hannebery has injured the opposite calf to the one that has been troubling him this season, putting his return timeframe in doubt. Jade Gresham 's season is over after he ruptured his Achilles , while Ben Paton has been ruled out for the season with multiple leg fractures. Jake Carlisle is out indefinitely after having surgery on his back.
Updated: June 7.
Sydney injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Braeden Campbell | Shin | 4-5 weeks |
| Lewis Melican | Hamstring | TBC |
| Errol Gulden | Foot | 2-3 weeks |
| Sam Reid | Calf | TBC |
| Chad Warner | Leg | Test |
The Swans have one of the thinnest injury lists in the competition with no long-term absentees. Young guns Braeden Campbell and Errol Gulden will be out through the bye rounds with lower body injuries. Lewis Melican and Sam Reid don't have return dates on their leg injuries.
Updated: June 9.
West Coast injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
| Oscar Allen | Concussion | Test |
| Brendon Ah Chee | Calf | 1 week |
| Jarrod Brander | Adductor | Test |
| Jarrod Cameron | Ankle | Season |
| Liam Duggan | Knee | Test |
| Tim Kelly | Knee | 2-3 weeks |
| Jeremy McGovern | Groin | 2 weeks |
| Jack Petruccelle | Hamstring | Test |
| Brad Sheppard | Concussion | 1 week |
| Luke Shuey | Hamstring | 2-3 weeks |
| Daniel Venables | Concussion | TBC |
| Isiah Winder | Knee | 4-5 weeks |
| Alex Witherden | Groin | 2-3 weeks |
It's injury carnage at West Coast with 12 players injured. Oscar Allen, Jack Petruccelle, Jarrod Brander and LIam Duggan will face tests ahead of selection. Luke Shuey could be out for up to two months after coach Adam Simpson revealed the severity of his hamstring tear suffered against Port Adelaide. Jeremy McGovern won't come back until after the byes with a worrying groin injury. Tim Kelly will miss the next couple of weeks with a knee injury, while Brad Sheppard is out through the concussion protocol.
Updated: June 9.
Western Bulldogs injury list
| Name | Injury | Estimated Absence |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Dunkley | Shoulder | 5-7 weeks |
| Riley Garcia | Concussion | TBC |
| Stefan Martin | AC joint | Test |
| Lin Jong | Hamstring | 5-7 weeks |
| Ed Richards | Ankle | Test |
| Adam Treloar | Syndesmosis | 5-7 weeks |
| Laitham Vandermeer | Knee | 5-6 weeks |
| Easton Wood | Hamstring | 1-3 weeks |
The Dogs have lost gun midfielder Adam Treloar for up to two months after it was determined he'd need surgery on a syndesmosis injury. The news isn't much better for Laitham Vandermeer who has been sent in for a knee operation. Veteran ruckman Stefan Martin will have his shoulder tested. Easton Wood is still a few weeks away with a hamstring. Josh Dunkley and Lin Jong are only just beginning their recoveries from respective surgeries.
Updated: June 9.
