Brisbane defender Marcus Adams could be sidelined for the entire 2023 season as the club continues to put his health and wellbeing first.

The Lions on Monday confirmed Adams, 29, had been moved to their inactive list.

The key defender didn’t take part in Brisbane’s finals campaign last season due to a delayed concussion he sustained after playing in the Round 21 match against Carlton. He was initially subbed out of that game with a rib injury.

Brisbane football boss Danny Daly said Adams would work closely with the club’s medical staff and continue to receive treatment.

“Unfortunately, Marcus is dealing with a serious injury that will unlikely see him play in 2023,” Daly said.

“While he is making some progress in his recovery from concussion, he continues to experience symptoms and his health and wellbeing remains the top priority.

“The club is fully supportive of Marcus and his recovery, and he will remain involved with our footy program.”

Adams’ move to Brisbane’s inactive list means the club will be able to sign a player via the Pre-Season Supplemental Selection period (SSP). Alternatively, they could keep a spot open and recruit a player at the mid-season draft.

Initially a mature-age recruit out of West Perth, Adams has played 73 AFL games across seven seasons.

He played 27 games for the Western Bulldogs before being traded to Brisbane after the 2018 season, where he‘s managed 46 matches.

However Adams’ AFL career has been hampered by consistent injury setbacks, encountering foot, finger and ankle problems.