ESSENDON defender Jordan Ridley will miss this week\u2019s Anzac Day clash against Collingwood after being subbed out with concussion in their round five loss to Brisbane.<\/p>\n
Ridley was ruled out before half-time of the clash at the Gabba, further adding to the Bombers\u2019 troubles after conceding the first five goals of the game.<\/p>\n
New AFL protocols stipulate players diagnosed with concussion are forced to miss at least a 12-day period, meaning Ridley will become available for the Bombers\u2019 round 7 game with Carlton providing he\u2019s passed fit.<\/p>\n
Last year\u2019s Crichton Medallist has been one of the Bombers’ most consistent players over the first four rounds, averaging 29 disposals and eight marks a game playing off half back.<\/p>\n
Ridley’s setback is the latest in a growing injury list for Essendon, who will now be missing up to eight best 22 players for the traditional Anzac Day clash against Collingwood.<\/p>\n
Matt Guelfi was activated as the injury substitute to replace Ridley.<\/p>\n
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