Despite North Melbourne enjoying a fantastic win over the high-flying Eagles on Sunday, there will be at least one change to the side that faces Brisbane at the Gabba, with Shaun Higgins having minor knee surgery on Monday.

With players impressing for North’s VFL team, and some familiar faces returning from injury, there is room for more moves. 

North Media takes a look at those in the mix for Round 20.

Defenders

Ben McKay has been in stellar form in the VFL season, and looks ready to go should he get the call-up.

Tom Murphy was the travelling emergency for the win in Hobart, and could be close to a recall. 

Midfielders

Luke Davies-Uniacke has shown glimpses of his potential at AFL level, and he again impressed in the VFL, with 23 disposals, 6 tackles and 6 clearances. 

Ben Jacobs’ concussion symptoms have seen him miss games in recent weeks, but should they subside, he would be a likely inclusion. Brad Scott, however, suggested in his media conference that he could be at least another week away. 

Declan Mountford has had an injury plagued season, but is returning to his best form towards the end of the season. Mountford had 20 disposals and made an impressed 12 tackles on Sunday. 

Braydon Preuss continues dominating hit-out counts in the VFL, having another 62 to go with his 15 disposals, but Todd Goldstein’s form will make it tough. 

Forwards

Brad Scott indicated that Jarrad Waite’s return to the lineup is imminent, should he get through training.