After going down to Hawthorn on Sunday, will North Melbourne look to change things up ahead of the clash with the Western Bulldogs?

North Media looks at those in the mix to take on the Dogs.

Experience

For the second week running, Ben Cunnington was a late out with a back complaint, and will be looking to regain his fitness ahead of Saturday.

Majak Daw’s journey back to the AFL looks close to being complete. The defender played out a full game in the scratch match against the Hawks, and will be eyeing a return soon. 

The experienced Jamie Macmillan was omitted last week, and will be looking to make a return to the senior side as soon as possible.

Mason Wood came in for praise from Rhyce Shaw in round two before losing his spot last week, and is around the mark, while Tom Campbell is waiting in the wings. 

Youth

Bailey Scott and Will Walker lit up the scratch match on the weekend, impressing Gavin Brown. Scott has played one game this season, and will be a chance to return, while Walker will be in the frame for his first game since 2018. 

With Robbie Tarrant labelled as a test this week, Ben McKay and Sam Durdin are no doubt in the frame for selection, if the vice-captain doesn't get up. 

Aiden Bonar debuted against the Swans two weekends ago, and will be pushing his case again.