AFL Team Selection: Round 18

Adelaide has made three changes for its blockbuster clash against the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Chayce Jones, Brayden Cook and Wayne Milera come into the line-up, with the trio named on the interchange bench alongside James Peatling and Zac Taylor.

Jones and Cook are set to play their first AFL game of 2025, off the back of solid performances in the SANFL.

Cook has booted 16 goals from 11 matches, including a game-high four during last weekend’s win against Woodville-West Torrens.

“Brayden gets his first opportunity of the AFL season having elevated his SANFL performances over recent weeks,” Crows Head of Football Adam Kelly said.

“He offers versatility as a wing or forward who can play high or as a deep forward target.

“He continues to show his class with ball in hand, and has developed other aspects of his game across the course of the season.”

Jones has also impressed in the SANFL, averaging 18.2 disposals across 11 games - including a standout performance against the Eagles with 21 possessions, eight clearances and five tackles.

“Recently Chayce has been playing well as an inside midfielder at SANFL level, having already established his credentials as a wing or half-back at AFL level,” Kelly said.

“His appetite for the contest, diligence to play his role and elite physical output continue to be strengths of his game.”

Milera returns after missing last weekend’s win against Melbourne due to personal reasons.

Brodie Smith and Lachlan Murphy have been omitted, while Josh Rachele will miss the Round 18 game after injuring his knee against the Demons.

Smith, Luke Pedlar and Chris Burgess have been named as emergencies.

The Crows will confirm their substitute one hour before the first bounce.

Adelaide takes on the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium this Saturday at 12.50pm (ACST).

The match will be broadcast live on Channel 7 Adelaide, Fox Footy and Kayo.

IN: Cook, Jones, Milera

OUT: Smith, Murphy (omitted), Rachele (injured)

Adelaide’s Round 18 team is:

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