The Dockers will get at least one and possibly two key players back ahead of their clash with the Sydney Swans on Saturday. Nat Fyfe will return from his two-match suspension, meaning someone will have to make way. Ross Lyon also suggested Chris Mayne was likely to recover from his ankle injury in time to face the Swans. Others from the WAFL may come into consideration but it would appear unlikely that they will play. Tom Sheridan had 22 disposals for Peel Thunder to make a case for an immediate recall. Anthony Morabito is building some excellent form coming back from his knee injuries. He had 23 disposals and kicked two goals. Jack Hannath had 22 touches, 11 marks, and 25 hit-outs as he tries to reclaim his spot from Zac Clarke. The bolter to watch is first-round draft pick Michael Apeness, who took seven contested marks and kicked 2.2 for Peel. It is highly unlikely he will play this week but he could play sooner rather than later. - Alex Malcolm 

The Cats' main concern in the lead-up to their blockbuster clash with Hawthorn on Easter Monday is the fitness of dashing defender Andrew Mackie, who has a hamstring problem. If Mackie is ruled out, inexperienced players Jordan Schroder and Jackson Sheringham look best placed to replace him after impressive performances in Geelong's VFL win over Casey on Sunday. Key forward Josh Walker is also pushing hard to win a place in the team that takes on the Hawks. Walker kicked three goals against the Scorpions, making it seven in two weeks. Young defender Jackson Thurlow wasn't named in the best against Casey, but he is a similar type of player to Mackie, so he is also very much in the mix. - Adam McNicol

It's a scary thought for opponents that the undefeated reigning premiers should only get stronger in the coming weeks. Matt Spangher (ankle) was the sole injury worry from the 99-point win over Gold Coast, but the Hawks have key defenders Ben Stratton, Brian Lake and Ryan Schoenmakers pushing hard for AFL recalls. Stratton and Lake were in the best for Box Hill at the weekend, with the former most likely to come into contention to play Geelong. Ben McEvoy (calf) should be right to return, putting pressure on Jonathan Ceglar's spot in the ruck. Mitch Hallahan impressed for Box Hill, booting three goals, although it's highly unlikely the Hawks will make too many selection-based changes this week. - Travis King

After its first win for the season, Melbourne is likely to keep its line-up settled. Dean Terlich had slight groin tightness against Carlton but should be available for selection. Jimmy Toumpas played well in defence for Casey in the VFL but his apprenticeship is likely to continue. Colin Garland played in the VFL development game as he makes his way back towards senior football. He performed well but is likely to be given time. Jack Trengove and Mark Jamar both played but did not bust the door down and Sam Blease was concussed early in the game. - Peter Ryan

Jack Ziebell is likely to return from a shoulder injury this Saturday, but is yet to resume contact work at training and will have to pass a fitness test later this week. Daniel Currie is also a good chance to renew his ruck partnership with Todd Goldstein against the Pies. Currie was a late withdrawal from the Roos' impressive win over the Sydney Swans, but his omission was primarily because of the inclement conditions at the SCG last Sunday. In the VFL last weekend, Liam Anthony (22 possessions, 13 contested) and Sam Wright (31 possessions) put their hands up for senior recalls, while Mason Wood (three goals) continued his push for an AFL debut. - Nick Bowen

Chad Wingard is expected to return to the Port line-up to take on West Coast next Saturday, having overcome an ankle injury – but given the way the Power demolished the Brisbane Lions on Saturday it'll be difficult for coach Ken Hinkley to change a wining side. Last week's debutant Sam Gray could be the unlucky man forced out for the side for the club's reigning best and fairest despite his three goals, although sub Aaron Young could also be squeezed out. In the SANFL, forward John Butcher managed five goals for the Magpies in their 152-point win, while midfielder Ben Newton was best on ground. - Harry Thring

The Tigers lacked pace against Collingwood in round four and Nathan Foley could address that shortcoming after an impressive performance for Richmond's VFL team at the weekend. The midfielder racked up 20 possessions and eight clearances and used the ball well going inside 50. Vice-captain Brett Deledio is another who would spark the Tigers, but he remains a week-to-week proposition as he battles Achilles soreness. He appears certain to miss Thursday night's clash against the Brisbane Lions and, with an undefined recovery timeline, could be sidelined for more than a month. Prized draftee Ben Lennon (17 possessions in the VFL) is gaining form and getting closer to an anticipated debut. - Nathan Schmook