Several first choice All Blacks are likely to miss out on playing on Soldier Field this weekend.
Richie McCaw, Aaron Smith, Owen Franks and Sam Whitelock are a few of the players likely to watch from the stands at the iconic Chicago venue.
Another senior player, centre Conrad Smith saysit's a big squad, so some players are going to have to sit out.
"It's the reality of a team sport and we've been given no indication yet, or I haven't anyway, as to whether I'm playing or not."
So I'll just take it and move on. I'll still enjoy the week and I'll enjoy whether I'm sitting in the stand or running around, it'll still be a great experience I think."
The All Blacks arrival in Chicago has failed to stimulate the local media, with only three American journalists attending this morning's media session.
