HAWTHORN could welcome back Daniel Howe for its Sir Doug Nicholls Round clash with Port Adelaide in Launceston on Saturday afternoon.

Howe had 26 disposals, 10 marks, five clearances and two goals for Box Hill in its loss to North Melbourne on the weekend.

Highly rated young midfielder Teia Miles was also extremely impressive in the VFL, collecting 24 touches against the Roos, as he looks to add to his four AFL games.

While James Cousins will be monitored throughout the week as he continues his recovery from concussion.

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