It is further bad news at the back for manager Nigel Adkins, who is without Izzy Iriekpen (suspension) and Cliff Byrne (broken leg).
Midfielder Jim Goodwin must also sit out the game because of a ban, Matty Sparrow will return in his place.
Martin Paterson and Paul Hayes will continue their partnership up front, with on-loan striker Tomi Ameobi set for a place on the bench.
Ameobi, brother of Newcastle forward Shola, has joined on loan from League One side Leeds United.
Hull have been boosted by the fitness of Wayne Brown, who is okay to play despite suffering a thigh injury against Preston two weeks ago.
The Tigers also welcome back Richard Garcia and Caleb Folan, but will be without Ryan France, John Welsh and Nick Barmby.
Midfielder Jim Goodwin must also sit out the game because of a ban, Matty Sparrow will return in his place.
Martin Paterson and Paul Hayes will continue their partnership up front, with on-loan striker Tomi Ameobi set for a place on the bench.
Ameobi, brother of Newcastle forward Shola, has joined on loan from League One side Leeds United.
Hull have been boosted by the fitness of Wayne Brown, who is okay to play despite suffering a thigh injury against Preston two weeks ago.
The Tigers also welcome back Richard Garcia and Caleb Folan, but will be without Ryan France, John Welsh and Nick Barmby.