Fremantle coach Ross Lyon says he's in the dark like everyone else as to what the future holds for star tagger Ryan Crowley.
Crowley will front the AFL's Anti-Doping Tribunal on Monday after failing a doping test last year.
The 30-year-old, who claims the banned substance was contained in a painkiller that he sourced from outside of the club, faces a ban of up to two years if he is found guilty.
Lyon says it's too hard to predict whether Crowley will be able to play for the Dockers this season.
"It's out of my jurisdiction. I'm sitting here waiting for the outcome like you are," Lyon said on Friday.
"ASADA aren't ringing me up and saying, 'We haven't heard the case yet, but here's what's going to happen Ross'.
"Look, he would be stressed.
"He would like it resolved one way or another.
"It's disappointing he's found himself in that (situation).
"But he's worked his way into it, and at the end of the day he's accountable.
"And he'll get his opportunity to put his case forward and have a fair hearing."
Crowley has battled a series of niggling injury issues this year, with the latest setback a calf complaint.
Lyon praised the way Crowley has handled himself throughout the doping drama.
"He's been trying to contribute in his way which is to stay positive and help our young players with our game plan," Lyon said.
"It shows the character of the man.
"He's been challenged, but he's still been able to get outside himself and try and contribute in ways to the group, which is really a good sign for him."
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