Collingwood v Geelong Preview, MCG

The reigning premiers have slipped outside the top-eight and precariously placed heading
into this Friday night blockbuster against rejuvenated Geelong. The Magpies looked flat in
the last quarter against Essendon last week. But the return of Jamie Elliott should offset the
loss of fellow forward Brody Mihocek for the rest of the home-and-away season. After losing
six of seven matches, Geelong have rediscovered their early season best in the last fortnight
as captain Patrick Dangerfield has made a big difference since returning from a hamstring
injury. Geelong can surge into the top-four with a victory here, and can put a massive dent in
Collingwood’s chances of playing finals at the same time.

TIP: Geelong by 19 points, Jeremy Cameron for three or more goals