AFTER a big shake-up at the selection table last weekend, several key players could be poised to return to the AFL side for a huge Saturday night game.  

Trent McKenzie was a big out for the Carlton clash with a sprained ankle, but the key defender has made strides in his recovery and is expected to be available, pending a test later this week. 

Jason-Horne Francis (back) and Charlie Dixon (ankle) have had a week off, with both players managing minor injuries. 

Assistant coach Josh Carr stated on Tuesday that he expects the pair to be eligible for selection, with both making positive progress over the last week.  

Willie Rioli is likely to be back in the side after spending some time with his family in the Tiwi Islands, to mark the one-year anniversary of his father’s passing. 

Rioli could be a straight swap for Darcy Byrne-Jones, who has entered concussion protocols, however Francis Evans has also been making his case at SANFL level. 

Evans was among the best players in the Magpies’ win on Saturday, and the small forward has slotted 12 goals across the last six matches.  

Yet to make an appearance at AFL level, Hugh Jackson is becoming harder and harder to ignore, especially after producing a 26-touch, three-goal performance over the weekend. 

A Collingwood game would be a baptism of fire for the 20-year-old on debut, but it would be a huge opportunity for the young midfielder to make his mark. 

Riley Bonner also shone in the SANFL on Saturday, so could be a chance to make an AFL comeback.  

The 26-year-old has missed out on the last two AFL games but certainly hasn’t lost his spark, collecting 32 disposals and two goals at Alberton Oval. 

Port Adelaide will name its side for its Round 19 game against Collingwood on Thursday evening at 5:50pm ACST. 

General public tickets for Saturday's top-of-the-table clash are officially exhausted, but fans without a ticket can still access the highly anticipated game by purchasing a Port Adelaide 3-game membership for just $100.