Quadriceps Strain(MQMJ)

Timeline

1. 4 June

   Occurred

   Quadriceps strain (BRL injury list, 8-10 weeks)

   4 fixtures missed
2. 4 July

   Progress update

   Reassessment

   well ahead of the original 8-10 week estimate. Will McLachlan (quad) ... expected to be available to play next week

   Return revised: 6 Aug → 12 July

   Brisbane Lions
3. 7 July

   Progress update

   Progress update

   Brisbane Qscan injury report has him available for selection this week if he gets through training. Will McLachlan (quad) ... in line to be available for selection if they get through training - with VFL returns most likely

   Brisbane Lions
4. 11 July

   Setback

   NOT named in the Round 18 side against Essendon — fitness window for Round 18 passed without selection.; targeting the team's next fixture.

5. 12 July

   Returned to play

   Returned via VFL

   Returned after 4 fixtures missed

   Appeared in VFL Round 16 2026 for BRL's VFL affiliate — state-league return confirmed.

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