EMERGING Hawthorn midfielder Will Langford says he isn't worried about keeping his spot in the side despite the imminent return of five star Hawks.

Veterans Brian Lake and Brad Sewell could come into the side that outclassed Melbourne by 50 points last Saturday, while Jack Gunston and Cyril Rioli are on the comeback trail from injury.

Suspended forward Jarryd Roughead will miss Sunday's blockbuster clash with Fremantle but there will soon be a squeeze on Hawthorn's 22 ahead of the finals.

Langford might come under pressure to retain his spot, although he isn't making it an easy decision for the match committee.

The son-of-a-gun has found an extra gear in the past two weeks, gathering 21 touches in the win over the Western Bulldogs and a career-high 27 against the Demons.

Rather than concern himself with things he can't control, like selection, Langford is relishing the chance to play in a powerful side.

"Personally, you want to have success but I'm a passionate Hawthorn clubman, I'd like to think, and I suppose going towards finals it's up to the coaches to decide what's best for the team," he told AFL.com.au.

"I've been thrilled to have had that opportunity (to play 13 games this season) and to think that I've contributed throughout the year.

"As long as the club is achieving and hopefully going close to getting the success that we had last year – that's what it's all about.

"To be honest, I'm not going out there thinking 'I need to hold my spot this week'.

"I'm out there having the opportunity to play in a great side at the top level so personally I'm just trying to enjoy it."

Langford has been unleashed in a more attacking role recently after he tagged some of the AFL's biggest stars earlier this season.

"It's definitely something I've had to work on," the 22-year-old said of the lock-down mentality.

"It's a bit of an unusual mindset to not worry too much about your game and really try and negate someone else's influence.

"Growing up in Sydney I played a lot of rugby – which is a very combative, one-on-one sport – so I enjoy the contest.

"Growing up I always admired Joel Selwood because he was such a tough player. So I certainly relished the opportunity (of playing on him) when we played the Cats earlier in the year.

"Gary Ablett, obviously as well is a superstar and it's incredible to be out there with them and … just learning so much about the game."

Langford stood Ablett for the first time in round four, with the lead-up dominated by talk of the duo replicating the battles between their famous fathers – albeit in the midfield.

Langford's father Chris was a champion full-back in 303 games for the Hawks but he happily takes a back seat with his son's career.

"He's very understanding, very relaxed about the whole thing," Langford said. "He doesn't feel the need to give an opinion.

"As long as I'm enjoying what I'm doing and having fun and staying happy that's what makes them (his mum and dad) pleased."