Among two changes, Essendon has called upon returning draftee Dyson Sharp for a blockbuster Anzac Day clash this Saturday.

Last year's pick No.13 made a successful comeback from a foot injury via the VFL last week and will now line up for his third career game in front of a packed-to-the-brim MCG crowd against Collingwood.

With Jordan Ridley going down to a calf strain, the return of dependable back Jaxon Prior from injury is also a timely one.

Jade Gresham has been omitted from this week's side.

This weekend marks the 250th meeting between Essendon and Collingwood in their history, only adding to what's already being billed as one of the biggest Anzac Day clashes in years.