Newcastle United are without midfielder Jonjo Shelvey, who begins a five-game ban after opting not to appeal a guilty verdict relating to a Football Association misconduct charge.
Midfielder Jack Colback misses out with an eye injury, but Cheick Tiote could feature for just a second appearance.
Sheffield Wednesday have Fernando Forestieri back in their squad after the striker served a three-match ban.
Boss Carlos Carvalhal says a number of his players are carrying knocks.
Match facts
- Newcastle have scored in each of their last 12 league meetings with Owls, notching 24 goals in the process.