Overview

• The AFL's 12-day concussion protocol makes Tom Stewart ineligible for Saturday's Grand Final against Brisbane at the MCG after he was concussed in the preliminary final.
• Stewart was substituted after a tackle by Hawthorn's Mabior Chol, with the automatic timeline confirming his absence for the decider.
• Jeremy Cameron said teammates are keeping Stewart connected this week and indicated he may assist on game day in an off-field capacity such as using a headset.
• Cameron said he respects the medical framework but prefers the bye before the Grand Final to provide a recovery window and accommodate awards week without disrupting preparations.
• Geelong reported that defender Jack Henry trained well after an ankle knock and ruckman Rhys Stanley trained strongly as he pushes for a recall.