Like Bombers fans would like to believe, this year feels different.

We've looked at five left-field stats and who leads them after Round 6.

Melbourne will make at least one change for Thursday's clash with Richmond.

"They've both been really frustrated that they haven't been able to get out on the field."

Already likely to be without two senior attackers, another key Giant could be ruled out of Thursday's game.

"He's exciting. I think he's got huge upside. From the small sample we've seen... he's got AFL attributes."