Overview

• The Geelong defender left before quarter-time after a heavy tackle that drove his head into the turf, with early concern also shown for a wrist.
• Stewart was substituted out for Jhye Clark under the AFL’s concussion protocols.
• The league’s mandatory 12-day stand-down would rule Stewart out of the grand final should Geelong qualify.
• The Match Review Officer will assess Chol’s tackle for potential rough conduct, with questions raised about Stewart’s vulnerability and possible excessive force.
• Jack Henry earlier suffered a left-ankle knock and was assisted from the field, then returned heavily strapped to bolster the Cats’ backline.