Lions star Jonathan Brown can't wait to get back out there. Source: Herald Sun
BRISBANE Lions co-captain Jonathan Brown is ready to roar when he makes his comeback from suspension against Geelong at the Gabba in round 13 tomorrow.
A two-week ban for intentionally striking Carlton's Michael Jamison in round 9 and a bye week in round 11 means Brown last kicked a ball in anger on May 25.
But the triple premiership player is relishing the prospect of jumping in at the AFL's deep end.
"It feels like a long time on the sidelines when you throw in the bye, doesn't it, but I'm just really looking forward to playing some footy again," Brown said.
"I've tried to use this time as a positive and use it as a chance to freshen up physically.
"The suspension broke a bit of my momentum.
"I felt like I was building up some pretty good fitness but I've been training as hard as I can so I can hit the ground running against the Cats."
Brown said Brisbane could ill-afford any passengers or lapses in concentration against Geelong who have named a star-studded side for the trip north.
He said the Chris Scott-coached Cats were capable of destroying opposition sides in the blink of an eye.
"They can basically win a game in 20 minutes," Brown said.
"They play such an attacking brand of footy."
Fullback Daniel Merrett will join Brown as a reinforcement after serving a three-week ban for a sling tackle on Essendon's Michael Hurley in round 8.
Merrett will have no time to ease into his customary role in the last line of defence with Cats spearhead Tom Hawkins requiring close attention.
"Their forwards are very dangerous so it will be great to have 'Rodge' (Merrett) back where he belongs," Brown said.
"We lost our goal-to-goal line there for a few weeks but all of us are back now so hopefully that will hold us in good stead against a top-class opposition."
Brisbane finalised their 22 for tomorrow's clash last night with Niall McKeever, Andrew Raines and Rohan Bewick making way for Brown, Merrett and Brent Moloney.
Lions players will wear a special jumper at training today to celebrate Simon Black's games record.
Brisbane are encouraging supporters to wear black to the game to honour the midfielder.
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