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Speaking to Zero Hanger, Steele flagged that both Bytel and Clark have an opportunity to prove themselves under Lyon early into the new season as a host of senior midfielders are kept to the sidelines.
"We've had our injuries, there's no denying that," the St Kilda captain said. "We've been stretched a little bit.
"It's just gonna put a little bit more of an onus on myself and Brad Crouch to step up and drive the standard.
"Blokes like Hunter Clark and Jack Bytel, who might've not had a full opportunity in the midfield previously, they get their chance now.
"It's just about encouraging them as much as possible and making them feel like they're going well. It's pretty normal to be left out of the side here and there and have your troubles with confidence.
"So we've got a really pump their tyres up, because they're going to be crucial for us."
Steele sounds hungry. Tempting.