Kyle Langford (quad) and Jordan Ridley (managed from soreness) are both on track to return for Essendon’s Round 19 Challenge game against GWS on Sunday.
Rhys Unwin (hamstring) will return via the VFL after a long layoff, while Tom Edwards (hamstring) and Kayle Gerreyn (knee soreness) are both working towards a return to play in the next couple of weeks.
Archie Roberts made a successful return to the senior side in last week's clash with the Lions, while Zak Johnson also returned through the VFL and performed strongly.
The Bombers face the GIANTS at Marvel Stadium on Sunday from 4:40pm AEST.