Essendon defender Jordan Ridley has avoided significant injury after being substituted out of last week's game against the Crows.

The key back suffered bone bruising to his knee but will look to take on Geelong in GMHBA.

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Rd 17 | Ridley subbed with concerning knee injury

Jordan Ridley is taken out of the game after landing awkwardly on his knee.

Ruckman Sam Draper remains without a timeline, with the Bombers allowing for him to let his hip injury continue to heal.

James Stewart and Will Setterfield are both progressing well from their respective foot injuries, a positive sign for both players.

Dylan Shiel has been listed as a test, after pulling up sore from the clash with the Crows.