Richmond coach Terry Wallace says forward Nathan Brown will probably miss two AFL matches with a slight groin tear.

Wallace has confirmed that the injury has been the reason for Brown's poor form in the last fortnight and it has come to the point where the Tigers cannot keep him on the field.

He also confirmed Ben Cousins will wait another week to ensure he has recovered from his round-one hamstring tear before he resumes in the VFL.

Wallace said he continues to receive strong support from the club board and management as speculation runs rife about his future.

The Tigers take a 0-4 win-loss record into Saturday night's clash with North Melbourne at Etihad Stadium.

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