Collingwood lost a tight one to Geelong but the Pies are sticking with their call to rest some of their guns for the trip to Perth to face Fremantle off a five-day break, opening the door for a raft of incomings.
For the Suns, Brayden Fiorini has stopped banging down the door and brought in a battering ram - can he force his way in?
Meanwhile, a Brisbane star could come back in after successfully returning from an ACL injury in the VFL last week.
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Read on for all the latest round nine team news and tips:
Fremantle vs. Collingwood team news, selection, injuries
The Dockers were extremely disappointing in their loss to St Kilda, kicking just five goals.
In the process, they lost star Hayden Young to another hamstring injury.
Nathan O'Driscoll is a chance to return from an ankle problem, although he still needs to prove his fitness.
A host of Dockers didn't have an impact against the Saints, including Shai Bolton, Josh Treacy, Sam Switkowski and Heath Chapman, although it would take a brave Justin Longmuir to make a statement and drop some of those blokes.
In the mix to come in would be Will Brodie and Neil Erasmus, or Bailey Banfield and Patrick Voss, who are both now available following suspensions.
Despite their loss to Geelong, Collingwood have already confirmed they'll be resting Scott Pendlebury, Jordan De Goey, Brayden Maynard and Brody Mihocek, with Jeremy Howe, Lachie Sullivan, Ed Allan and Oleg Markov set to play in Perth.
In the VFL, Tom Mitchell is set to play his first game of the season following a foot injury.
St Kilda vs. Carlton team news, selection, injuries
With a big win over Freo, Ross Lyon will be pretty happy with his side.
After missing out on an expected return last week, Mattaes Phillipou looks set to play this week following a corked thigh, while Mason Wood could also be named after a concussion.
Tobie Travaglia went unused as the sub against the Dockers and could be squeezed out.
For the Blues, Michael Voss may be tempted to shake things up after they were well beaten by the Crows.
Jack Silvagni will need to prove his fitness after fracturing his hand but he could provide a significant boost, while Matthew Cottrell has been ruled out for around a month with an ankle issue.
Will White, Matthew Carroll and Cooper Lord struggled against Adelaide and could find themselves out of the team, while in the twos, big men Marc Pittonet (34 hitouts, 8 tackles) and Hudson O'Keeffe (3 goals) impressed, as did Jaxon Binns (28 disposals, 1 goal).
Melbourne vs. Hawthorn team news, selection, injuries
The Dees lose Harrison Petty to concussion, while they could gain Clayton Oliver after he missed a week for personal reasons, although the gun mid has not been confirmed to play.
With three straight wins under their belt, Melbourne are unlikely to make any unforced changes.
For the Hawks, they'll get Karl Amon back from his concussion, while Jack Scrimshaw has again been ruled out.
After a convincing win over Richmond, don't expect any surprises out of Hawthorn at the selection table either.
Essendon vs. Sydney team news, selection, injuries
The Bombers' win over North Melbourne came at a cost, with Harrison Jones, Jordan Ridley and Jade Gresham all picking up injuries.
Jye Caldwell is set to return after a hamstring problem to provide some cover, while Zak Johnson continues to make a strong case for a senior debut with another 25-disposal effort in the VFL.
Lewis Hayes didn't play in the reserves last week as the injuries mounted against the Roos, in a possible indicator the tall defender could also make his maiden bow.
The Swans lose defender Lewis Melican to suspension, leaving them short in the backline.
Joel Hamling could be pushed back to cover, with Peter Ladhams recalled to add some size up the ground.
Ben Paton and Taylor Adams are both listed as tests, although the latter is more likely to come back through the VFL after no senior football since round one.
Gold Coast vs. Western Bulldogs team news, selection, injuries
The Suns lost Lachie Weller to a hamstring against Brisbane and he'll be out for more than a month.
Ben Long is considered a probable inclusion after missing a week, while Jy Farrar is unavailable following a finger injury.
Yet again, Brayden Fiorini's ridiculous form continued in the VFL, with 47 disposals, 3 goals and 11 tackles, taking his four-round average to 44 disposals, with six goals in the past two games.
The midfielder was an emergency last week but could finally find his way into the seniors with Weller out.
Fellow emergencies, Sam Clohesy and Ned Moyle were also influential in the VFL defeat to Brisbane.
The Dogs are flying at the moment after belting Port Adelaide by 90 points in Ballarat, ensuring competition for spots is fierce.
Caleb Poulter and Harvey Gallagher were dominant in a big win in the VFL but may have to bide their time.
Port Adelaide vs. Adelaide team news, selection, injuries
A disastrous result for Port Adelaide against the Dogs, with Ken Hinkley no doubt tempted to make a statement ahead of the Showdown.
Both Travis Boak and Josh Sinn are awaiting fitness tests and could come back in, potentially in place of Joe Berry, who was subbed out at half time, while Jackson Mead and Ollie Lord both failed to make an impact last week.
In the SANFL, Rory Atkins, Ryan Burton and Hugh Jackson gave Hinkley something to think about with solid outings, while emergency Christian Moraes may find himself back in the side.
Alternatively, the Crows will come in full of confidence after a thumping victory over Carlton.
They could bring Mitch Hinge back following a suspension, while Lachie Murphy, Harry Schoenberg and Luke Pedlar turned in solid performances in the SANFL to keep their names in the frame for senior recalls.
Richmond vs. West Coast team news, selection, injuries
The Tigers will be looking to put some distance between themselves and the winless West Coast on Sunday afternoon, with no forced changes forecasted at the moment.
In the twos, Kane McAullife and Caleb Smith had big days, potentially putting pressure on Maurice Rioli to keep his spot after another quiet outing in the loss to Hawthorn.
The news got worse for the Eagles with key defender Jeremy McGovern ruled out with concussion, while debutant Bo Allan has been handed a one-match suspension.
Tom Gross, Bailey Williams and Hamish Davis were the emergencies last weekend, while Tyrell Dewar and Clay Hall turned in big games in the WAFL.
Geelong vs. GWS team news, selection, injuries
The Cats lose Rhys Stanley to a hamstring and Lawson Humphries to concussion, although they may regain Tom Stewart and Gryan Miers, pending fitness tests.
Others in the mix include last week's emergency Jake Kolodjashnij and the returning Mitch Knevitt, who also needs to prove his fitness.
The Giants are confident Toby Bedford will be right to go after a knock to the eye, while Kieren Briggs and Jake Riccardi will also undergo fitness tests.
Last week's debutant Josaia Delana was quiet against the Swans, as was fellow small forward Harvey Thomas.
In the VFL, Jack Ough and Cody Angove were among the best in a comfortable win.
North Melbourne vs. Brisbane team news, selection, injuries
The Roos will be without Jackson Archer for the next couple of months after a hamstring injury.
George Wardlaw looks set to be available after missing the loss to the Bombers following a corked thigh.
Against the Bombers, Jack Darling was again ineffective, while Jacob Konstanty and sub Bailey Scott both struggled to make an impact.
In the VFL, Will Dawson, Zac Fisher, Cooper Harvey and Darcy Tucker were among the best.
For the Lions, they lose Sam Day to a hamstring, while Kai Lohmann and Logan Morris face fitness tests.
Keidean Coleman made his long-awaited return from ACL surgery in the VFL last week, collecting 28 disposals in a hugely positive comeback.
The Brisbane side looks like a tough one to break into, though, with last week's sub Will McLachlan perhaps one to miss out.