2025 AFL Injury List Updates
The 2025 AFL injuries will prove to be a challenge for many teams, with injuries playing a significant role in shaping the competition. As teams prepare for the season ahead, staying informed about player injuries has never been more crucial. To make this easier for you, we’ve compiled all the latest AFL injury updates in one convenient place, ensuring you have access to the most current information at your fingertips.
AFL Injuries This Week (Updated)
Adelaide Crows Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Matt Crouch | Hip | 3-5 Weeks |
| Lachlan Murphy | Hamstring tendon | Test |
| Nick Murray | Knee | 3-5 Weeks |
| Toby Murray | Ankle | 3 Months |
| Kieran Strachan | Foot | 2026 season |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Brisbane Lions Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Jarrod Berry | Concussion | 1 Week |
| Sam Day | Hamstring | 5 Weeks |
| Lincoln McCarthy | Knee | TBC |
| Brandon Ryan | Facial Fracture | 4-6 Weeks |
| Henry Smith | Foot | 7-8 Weeks |
| Brandon Starcevich | Concussion | TBC |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Carlton Blues Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Blake Acres | Shoulder | 1 Week |
| Alex Cinotta | Hip | Test |
| Matt Cottrell | Ankle | 3-4 Weeks |
| Lachie Cowan | Hamstring | 3 Weeks |
| Ozario Fantasia | Calf | TBC |
| Lachie Fogarty | Hamstring | 1 Week |
| Brodie Kemp | Achilles | 2026 Season |
| Mitch McGovern | Chest | Test |
| Nic Newman | Knee | TBC |
| Jagga Smith | Knee | 2026 season |
| Zac Williams | Calf | 1 Week |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Collingwood Magpies Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Jordan De Goey | Achilles | TBC |
| Harvey Harrison | Knee | TBC |
| Ash Johnson | Leg | 3-4 Weeks |
| Fin Macrae | Shoulder | 9-11 Weeks |
| Reef McInnes | Knee | 2026 Season |
| Dan McStay | Knee | 3-5 Weeks |
| Darcy Moore | Shoulder | 1-2 Weeks |
| Brody Mihocek | Abdominal | Test |
| Lachie Schultz | Concussion | Concussion Protocols |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Essendon Bombers Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Nick Bryan | Knee | Season |
| Sam Draper | Achilles | 2026 Season |
| Tom Edwards | Knee | 2026 Season |
| Jade Gresham | Adductor | 1 Week |
| Lewis Hayes | Knee | Season |
| Harrison Jones | Ankle | TBC |
| Jayden Nguyen | Foot | TBC |
| Darcy Parish | Calf | 1 Week |
| Jordan Ridley | Hamstring | 7 Weeks |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Fremantle Dockers Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Sean Darcy | Knee | Test |
| Nat Fyfe | Hamstring | 2 Weeks |
| Odin Jones | Back | 2026 season |
| Nathan O'Driscoll | Ankle | 1 Week |
| Jaeger O'Meara | Hamstring/Foot | 4 Weeks |
| Ollie Murphy | Concussion | Test |
| Quinton Narkle | Knee | 6-8 Weeks |
| Sam Sturt | Knee | 4 Weeks |
| Brandon Walker | Shoulder | 9 Weeks |
| Michael Walters | Knee | 4 Weeks |
| Hayden Young | Hamstring | 9-11 Weeks |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Geelong Cats Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Cillian Burke | Knee | Indefinite |
| Toby Conway | Back | TBC |
| Mitch Edwards | Pelvis | TBC |
| Cam Guthrie | Achilles | 1-2 Weeks |
| Jack Henry | Hamstring | Test |
| Lenny Hofmann | Back | Indefinite |
| Lawson Humphries | Concussion | Concussion Protocols |
| Mitch Knevitt | Foot | 1-2 Weeks |
| Jake Kolodjashnij | Groin | 1-3 Weeks |
| Jack Martin | Managed | 1-2 Weeks |
| Gryan Miers | Concussion | TBC |
| Jacob Molier | Management | Indefinite |
| Rhys Stanley | Hamstring | Test |
| Tom Stewart | Knee | Test |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Gold Coast Suns Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Charlie Ballard | Knee | 2026 Season |
| Tom Berry | Knee | 6+ Weeks |
| Will Graham | Shoulder | TBC |
| Jy Farrar | Finger | 1-3 Weeks |
| Leo Lombard | Shoulder | Test |
| Jake Rogers | Ankle | TBC |
| Lachie Weller | Hamstring | 4-6 Weeks |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
GWS Giants Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Toby Bedford | Eye | Test |
| Stephen Coniglio | Glute | Test |
| Brent Daniels | Abdomen | 4 Weeks |
| Toby Greene | Ankle | Test |
| Darcy Jones | Knee | Test |
| Josh Kelly | Hip | 3 Weeks |
| Logan Smith | Illness | 1 Week |
| Jake Stringer | Hamstring | 3-4 Weeks |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Hawthorn Hawks Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Luke Breust | Back | 1-2 Weeks |
| Will Day | Foot | 3-4 Months |
| Mitch Lewis | Knee | 4-6 Weeks |
| Cam Mackenzie | Hand | Test |
| Jack Scrimshaw | Concussion | Test |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Melbourne Demons Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Marty Hore | Calf | 3-4 Weeks |
| Shane McAdam | Achilles | 2026 season |
| Ricky Mentha jnr | Concussion | Test |
| Andy Moniz-Wakefield | Knee | 2026 season |
| Harrison Petty | Concussion | Test |
| Jack Viney | Concussion | 1-2 Weeks |
| Taj Woewodin | Ankle | Test |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
North Melbourne Kangaroos Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Jackson Archer | Hamstring | 6-7 Weeks |
| Miller Bergman | Knee | Season |
| Callum Coleman-Jones | Achilles | 1 Week |
| Paul Curtis | Suspension | Round 11 |
| Josh Goater | Quad | 3-4 Weeks |
| Brynn Teakle | Foot | Test |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Port Adelaide Power Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Tom Cochrane | Foot | 7-11 Weeks |
| Kane Farrel | Knee | 4-6 Weeks |
| Josh Lai | Hand | 1-3 Weeks |
| Jack Lukosius | Knee | 1-3 Weeks |
| Todd Marshall | Achilles | TBC |
| Jacon Moss | Ankle | 12-14 Weeks |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Richmond Tigers Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Harry Armstrong | Hamstring | 7-10 Weeks |
| Mate Colina | Knee | 1-3 Weeks |
| Josh Gibcus | ACL | 7-10 Weeks |
| Taj Hotton | ACL | 6-9 Weeks |
| Mykelti Lefau | ACL | Test |
| Dion Prestia | Achilles | 1-3 Weeks |
| Samson Ryan | Foot | 1-2 Weeks |
| Josh Smillie | Hamstring | TBC |
| Tylar Young | ACL | 1-3 Weeks |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
St Kilda Saints Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Dan Butler | Achilles | Test |
| Zaine Cordy | Pectoral | 8-10 Weeks |
| Paddy Dow | Knee | TBC |
| Dougal Howard | Hamstring | 6-7 Weeks |
| Max King | Knee | TBC |
| Patrick Said | Calf | Test |
| Alix Tauru | Suspension | Round 14 |
| Mason Wood | Concussion | Test |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Sydney Swans Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Joel Amartey | Hamstring | Test |
| Riak Andrew | Shoulder | 3 Weeks |
| Harry Cunningham | Foot | 2-4 Weeks |
| Jesse Dattoli | Back | 2 Weeks |
| Will Edwards | Leg | TBC |
| Robbie Fox | Calf | 1 Week |
| Errol Gulden | Ankle | 4-6 Weeks |
| Logan McDonald | Ankle | TBC |
| Lewis Melican | Suspension | Round 12 |
| Callum Mills | Foot | Test |
| Tom Papley | Foot | 4-6 Weeks |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
West Coast Eagles Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Oscar Allen | Knee | Test |
| Campbell Chesser | Ankle | 1-2 Weeks |
| Callum Jamieson | Hamstring | 4-5 Weeks |
| Jeremy McGovern | Concussion | Concussion Protocols |
| Jack Petruccelle | Shoulder | 4-5 Weeks |
| Dom Sheed | Knee | 2026 season |
| Elliot Yeo | Ankle | TBC |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
Western Bulldogs Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Jordan Croft | Foot | 3-5 Weeks |
| Sam Darcy | Knee | 4-7 Weeks |
| Riley Garcia | Knee | 2-3 Weeks |
| Liam Jones | Calf | 1-2 Weeks |
| Adam Treloar | Calf | 1-3 Weeks |
| Cody Weightman | Knee | Indefinite |
| Laitham Vandermeer | Calf | Test |
| Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 | | |
AFL Injury FAQs
What is the most common injury in AFL football?
The most common injury in AFL football is muscle strains and tears. While ACL injuries are among the most severe, muscle-related injuries occur more frequently due to the high-speed running, sudden acceleration, and directional changes involved in AFL.
Most Affected Muscles:
- Hamstring – Most common due to sprinting demands.
- Quadriceps – Often strained from kicking and explosive movements.
- Calf – Prone to tears, especially in older players.
- Groin (Adductors) – Overuse injuries common due to lateral movements.
- Pectoral – Occurs in tackles and collisions.
- Concussion rates have increased, leading to stricter protocols.
- Shoulder dislocations are common from heavy tackles.
- Ankle sprains frequently occur due to high-impact landings.
What is the most painful football injury?
The most painful football injury is anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears due to the immediate, intense pain, long recovery time, and career-threatening nature of the injury. However, other injuries like dislocations, fractures, and contusions can also be excruciating depending on severity.
- ACL/MCL Tears – Sudden, sharp pain; often described as a “popping” sensation; requires surgery and a 9-12 month recovery.
- Torn Meniscus – Can cause extreme knee instability and pain when twisting or pivoting.
- Shoulder Dislocations/Separations – Instant, searing pain when the joint slips out; can cause long-term instability.
- Ankle Sprains & Strains – Particularly high ankle sprains, which are difficult to heal and cause lingering pain.
- Muscle Contusions (Deep Bruises) – Severe impact injuries, especially in the thigh (charley horse), can cause debilitating swelling.
- Torn Hamstrings – Sudden, shooting pain with difficulty walking or running; often takes months to fully recover.
- Back Muscle Spasms – Can be crippling, making movement nearly impossible.
- Whiplash & Neck Strains – Stiffness, headaches, and nerve pain can persist for weeks.
- Shoulder Tendonitis (Overuse Injury) – Chronic pain and reduced mobility, particularly in quarterbacks and linemen.
- Fractures (e.g., tibia, fibula, collarbone) could be even more painful but are less frequent than soft tissue injuries.
- Nerve damage (stingers or burners) can cause intense, sharp pain radiating down the arm or leg.
