Hull's Ahmed Elmohamady is suspended for the visit of Chelsea as a result of his red card last weekend.
Forwards Will Keane and Dieumerci Mbokani are pushing for their first league starts, along with midfielder Markus Henriksen.
Chelsea defender John Terry is fit after an ankle injury and could replace Gary Cahill, whose error led to a goal in last weekend's defeat by Arsenal.
Fellow defender Kurt Zouma is three weeks away from a return.
MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES
Martin Fisher: "The harsh realities of life back in the Premier League have come crashing down on Hull, overwhelmed by both Arsenal and Liverpool, shipping nine goals in the process.