Dual Brownlow Medallist Chris Judd could return to strengthen Carlton’s lineup against Adelaide on Saturday afternoon.

The champion midfielder was rested from the Blues’ loss to Sydney last weekend with knee soreness but looms as a likely recall for the clash with the Crows at the MCG.

Carlton captain Marc Murphy is also a chance to confront the Crows after he was a late withdrawal round with a calf issue.

Ruckman Matthew Kreuzer is in line to make his first AFL appearance since Round One, 2014. The 26-year-old impressed in the VFL last week as he continues to close in on a senior return after recurring foot issues.

Rebounding defender Chris Yarran (ankle) and youngster Troy Menzel (knee swelling) were new casualities in last week's physical encounter with the Swans and will need to prove their fitness ahead of Saturday's clash with the Crows.

South Australian midfielder Bryce Gibbs has been ruled out for an indefinite period with an ongoing back injury.

David Ellard was Carlton's leading VFL ball winner with 24 disposals and nine tackles in the Northern Blues’ loss to Box Hill, while Mark Whiley had 22 touches and seven clearances and could come into selection calculations.

Defender-turned-forward Matthew Watson led the goalkicking with two majors.