With Hamish McIntosh and David Hale both in doubt, Brad Scott may be forced to look for other tall options in what looms as a season defining match against the Bulldogs at Etihad Stadium on Saturday.

Drew Petrie is still at least a week away, while those pushing for selection in the VFL are in the most part, only in contention for midfield spots.

Will an opportunity arise for a debutant or will the coach opt for experience if either of the key pair doesn’t come up?

kangaroos.com.au details the form of those close to a call-up and as always, you can have your say on this week's ins and outs in the comments section below.

Corey Jones - North Ballarat
Last week: 27 possessions, 14 marks, 3 goals
A fortnight ago: 27 possessions, 4 goals

Nathan O'Keefe - Werribee
Last week: 7 possessions, 2 goals
A fortnight ago: 14 possessions, 4 goals

Ed Lower - North Ballarat
Last week: 29 possessions, 10 marks
A fortnight ago: 24 possessions, 2 goals

Brayden Norris - North Ballarat
Last week: 24 possessions
A fortnight ago: 18 possessions, 1 goal

Matt Campbell - North Ballarat
Last week: 17 possessions (66% game time)
A fortnight ago: Did not play

Ben Speight - Werribee
Last week: 16 possessions
A fortnight ago: Did not play

Jamie MacMillan - Werribee
Last week: 18 possessions, 6 marks
A fortnight ago: 13 possessions, 1 goal

Ben Warren - Werribee
Last week: 9 possessions
A fortnight ago: 12 possessions, 2 goals (AFL)