Cal Wilkie is adapting to the downside of being so reliable, as opposition AFL forwards put more time into the St Kilda co-captain.
The All-Australian and his fellow defenders will try to keep the Western Bulldogs' attack quiet again in Sunday's clash at Marvel Stadium.
The Bulldogs only managed nine goals in last weekend's heavy home loss to Adelaide, while the Saints defence combined well in a pulsating win over GWS.
Jake Stringer kicked three goals on Wilkie and the Giants clearly had a plan for him. While it was a rugged match for Wilkie, it also meant fellow backman Jack Silvagni could concentrate on Jesse Hogan, who only kicked one goal in his return.
It's the latest example of the opposition trying to nullify Wilkie's importance to the Saints as their No.1 key defender.
