'It takes a while to get through that': Crows face forward line headache as Taylor Walker ruled out
Adelaide Crows coach Matthew Nicks is grappling with a depleted forward line as his team prepares for their season opener against the Gold Coast Suns, with veteran Taylor Walker officially ruled out due to a back injury.
The absence of both Walker and Riley Thilthorpe leaves Darcy Fogarty as the primary spearhead, with Lachie Gollant likely to step in for Walker.
Chris Burgess is also set to make his debut against his former side.
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Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker looking dejected following the Crows' controversial defeat to the Swans. Mark Brake/Getty Images
"It is minor, but with a back, you know, you just slip a little disc, it takes a while to get through that," said Nicks of Walker's injury.
Other selection clues that emerged during training included Mark Keane and Jake Soligo featuring in the 'B' Team, while Sam Berry impressed during the pre-season and joined the group most likely to be selected.
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