Overview

• Scans confirmed Neale suffered a quad tear after experiencing soreness following Brisbane’s win over Collingwood.
• The dual Brownlow medallist and co-captain has averaged 27.1 disposals across 20 games this season and is central to the Lions’ midfield engine.
• Veteran defender Ryan Lester and midfielder James Tunstill have been placed in concussion protocols after recent AFL and VFL matches.
• The Lions sit third on 58 points and need at least one win from upcoming games against Sydney, Fremantle and Hawthorn to secure a top-four double chance.
• Brisbane’s midfield depth will be tested in Neale’s absence as the reigning premiers defend back-to-back flags and eye a third straight grand final appearance.