Eagles forward Josh Kennedy will miss one to three weeks after scans have found a hairline fracture in his lower leg.
โJK (Kennedy) wonโt play this week. Theyโve found a tiny hairline fracture in his lower leg. It will be between one and three weeks,โ Eagles coach Adam Simpson told reporters on Wednesday.
The dual Coleman Medal winner has booted 29 goals from nine matches this season, having missed the opening three games due to a an ankle injury.
The Eagles host Essendon at Optus Stadium on Thursday night and will be struggling for tall timber up forward, given Jack Darling is still recovering from an ankle injury.
โWeโll have to find a way. Weโre really excited for the opportunity it brings. Weโre not going to declare who comes in yet, youโll find out tonight," Simpson said.
Meanwhile, the Eagles coach said defender Will Schofield is in the frame to return after dealing with a minor hamstring strain.
โHeโs an experienced campaigner, his form at East Perth before his hamstring was really good. If he does come in, we expect him to perform his role at a high standard like we know he can," he said.
