Bulldogs star Cody Weightman in agony, subbed off during Fremantle clash

Cody Weightman was subbed out of the Bulldogs' clash with the Dockers after suffering an elbow injury.

Late in the first quarter, Weighman landed awkwardly on his arm while contesting for a mark.

He immediately signaled for help and came off the field clutching at his elbow.

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The 23-year-old has a history of elbow injuries since his debut in 2020, most recently dislocating his elbow during the Bulldogs' round three clash with the West Coast Eagles.

Weightman was assisted from the field to the change rooms, with the Bulldogs forced to activate Caleb Daniel - who was a late replacement for midfielder Tom Liberatore - from off the bench.

Liberatore was ruled out of the clash due to illness.

Meanwhile, over at the Dockers, Josh Draper was subbed off with hamstring tightness.

Fremantle saw two debutants, Cooper Simpson and Patrick Voss, take to the field.

Voss kicked off his AFL career with a bang, scoring his maiden goal only minutes into his first quarter.

"It was fantastic scenes down here," six-time All Australian Matthew Pavlich said.

"You just have to look at the reactions of his friends and family in the stands ... It was great to see."

Simpson was the Dockers' first selection with pick 35 in the 2023 national draft.