Essendon has announced four changes to its lineup for the upcoming match against the Brisbane Lions.
Utility player Nik Cox will return to the senior side after 630 days, following recovery from concussion symptoms.
Jayden Nguyen and Max Kondogiannis will also return to the starting 23.
Jade Gresham will replace injured small forward Isaac Kako (back stress injury).
Elijah Tsatas has been omitted from the side; Archie May is out due to an MCL injury.
Darcy Parish will be managed as planned this week.