Back Injury (General)(BKXX)

Timeline

1. 16 May

   Occurred

   Lower back complaint — withdrew from Round 10 squad (vs North Melbourne, 2026-05-16) ahead of Sir Doug Nicholls Round. Coach Matthew Nicks: "For those who have had lower back, it's hard to walk around, let alone playing a game of footy and being a key position forward." Has been managing through season; through nine games kicked 14.15. Source: afc.com.au

   1 fixture missed
2. 20 May

   Progress update

   Returning for R11 Thu vs HAW per team-whispers Riley Thilthorpe and Callum Ah Chee will strengthen Adelaide

   AFL.com.au
3. 20 May

   Progress update

   IN: R.Thilthorpe, C.Ah Chee. Thilthorpe returns after missing R10 with back soreness.

   Adelaide FC
4. R1121 May

   Returned to play

   Returned R11 vs HAW

   Returned after 1 fixture missed

   Riley Thilthorpe — Returning from back complaint. Missed previous week's win against Kangaroos but cleared training without issue.

   Adelaide FC