The Bombers will begin the season under the glare of multiple ongoing investigations into allegations of banned supplement usage and inappropriate practices at the club.
While not personally caught up in the scandal, star recruit Brendon Goddard concedes there'll likely be a deluge of sledging in Adelaide.
"These things have happened, we'll take it on the chin when it comes to game day and the crowd and potentially players giving the boys a bit of a heckle and a bit of abuse," Goddard said.
"(We're) not worried about it, that's the reality of it. These things have happened and we're taking responsibility and we'll let ASADA (Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority) and WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency) investigate."
Goddard said he was unaware of any developments over the past couple of weeks, which had allowed his teammates to better concentrate on the final stages of their pre-season.
"The last couple of weeks have been a bit easier to focus on our footy and concentrate and prepare for round one," he said.
But Goddard admitted everyone was still thinking about the possible ramifications of the ASADA investigation, which is expected to take months to complete.
"Wherever we go, wherever the boys go, (it's) always in the back of our mind regardless of where you are and what you're doing," he said.
Utility Michael Hurley is out of a moon boot and expected to play against the Crows.
He has returned to running at training after injuring his ankle in the Bombers' NAB Cup win over Greater Western Sydney.
Despite a limited pre-season with quad issues, David Zaharakis is a chance to play after a successful three quarters in a VFL practice match on Friday night.
"I spoke to him this morning and he pulled up really well," Goddard said.
Matt Thompson is a reporter for AFL Media. Follow him on Twitter @MattThompsonAFL
