North Melbourne could go unchanged heading into its Sir Doug Nicholls Round clash with Richmond at the MCG, after a spirited performance saw it leave Hobart with a hard-fought draw against reigning premiers Brisbane.

With no fresh injuries from the Round 9 bout, Alastair Clarkson and the selection committee may opt to keep the same line-up that nearly got the job done on Sunday evening.

Will Phillips remains in the frame for a recall, however, after notching 25 disposals, seven tackles and five clearances in the VFL loss to the Lions.

He was supported by Darcy Tucker in midfield who picked up 21 possessions and nine tackles of his own while also slotting a nice goal after working his way out of a congested inside-50 stoppage.

Continuing his push for an AFL season debut, Eddie Ford saw minutes in defence for the reserves, grabbing 12 touches and eight marks. The No.40 also managed to drift forward and boot a goal.

Also hitting the scoreboard at Arden Street on Saturday was Brayden George (five disposals, two tackles), who expertly crumbed a pack before snapping truly for his first goal as a Kangaroo.

Young ruck Taylor Goad tallied 28 hitouts and four clearances, while defender-turned-forward Wil Dawson laid seven tackles and got involved as the side's back-up ruck option.

Zac Fisher raised his hand for a call-up after racking up a team-high 26 disposals at 92 per cent efficiency.

Griffin Logue plucked nine grabs (two contested) and grabbed 17 possessions as he looks for a route back into Clarkson's senior squad.