Does that mean he can't play seniors for the first 8 rounds? And does being on the LTI prevent players from playing in the seconds during that time?

Riley was put on the LTI 5-6 weeks out from round one and has to stay on the list for a minimum on 8 weeks, not matches.

According to Misson, he's likely to play the first round of VFL, which Round 3 of the AFL.

Riley was put on the LTI 5-6 weeks out from round one and has to stay on the list for a minimum on 8 weeks, not matches.

According to Misson, he's likely to play the first round of VFL, which Round 3 of the AFL.

Thanks DW.

But why would a player be put on the LTI during pre-season anyway? Where's the advantage to the club?

Thanks DW.

But why would a player be put on the LTI during pre-season anyway? Where's the advantage to the club?

where some of the 8 weeks overlaps the start of the season someone could be elevated for that period

if no overlap no benefit

The benefit was we could play a rookie for the first two rounds if required.

Thanks DW.

But why would a player be put on the LTI during pre-season anyway? Where's the advantage to the club?

Before Mitch went on the LTI injury list this would have allowed Georgiou to play the first two rounds as Garland cover.

Thanks all.