VFL/W High-Performance Manager Ross Brosnan has provided an update on several key Devils ahead of Saturday’s Semi-Final against Essendon. 

Nelson Beikoff-Smart

Nelson sustained a hamstring injury during training three weeks ago. He is making good progress through his rehabilitation program, with his return timeline 1–2 weeks.

Sam Siggins

Sam sustained a hamstring injury at local level. He is progressing well through his rehabilitation program, with his return timeline 1–2 weeks. 

Aiden Begg

Aiden sustained internal injuries during the match against GWS, with further investigations confirming Grade 2 liver and kidney lacerations. He will continue a period of recovery and ongoing medical management and will miss the remainder of the season.

Max Roney

Max sustained a quad tendon injury during the warm-up ahead of the Gold Coast clash. He is also scheduled to undergo surgery this week on the shoulder he dislocated earlier in the year. Combined with his ongoing quad tendon rehabilitation, he will miss the remainder of the season.

Harry Brereton

Harry sustained a shoulder dislocation after impacting the ground following a spoil during the win over Werribee. The club is working through his ongoing management plan, including surgical management. He will miss the remainder of the season.

Tyler McGinniss

Tyler sustained a plantar plate tear while playing at local level and has since undergone surgery. He continues to progress his lower-body conditioning, strength and return-to-run program. His return timeline remains TBC.