Nic Natanui will likely not play against the Kangaroos in the Eagles’ season opener.

Natanui attended practice before the AFL season kickoff, but trained on the second oval away from the main training group.

6PR Nine News Sports Presenter Paddy Sweeney told Gary Adshead on 6PR Mornings there’s potential for Natanui to remain on the injury list for a few more weeks.

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