North Melbourne has made three changes ahead of its match against arch rivals Essendon on Saturday night.

Bailey Scott has earned a senior recall after impressing in recent scratch matches, and Paul Ahern will return after being omitted against the Bulldogs.

Ruck/forward Tom Campbell will play his first AFL game since Round 3 of last year.

Marley Williams and Tristan Xerri have been omitted, while Ben Cunnington will miss with a back injury.

Williams and Xerri have been named as emergencies alongside Ben McKay and Aiden Bonar.

See the full team below, presented by The Wharf Hotel.