Up-and-coming fullback Zac Williams will serve the Blues on two fronts in 2024, with the ex-Giants key Carlton co-captain making a full-time midfield switch.Williams, 29, is just weeks away from returning to full training at Princes Park after tearing his ACL ahead of the 2023 season.A notable bumper halfback, the tattooed returnee is already turning heads, according to Docherty.andquot;He looked great out there today,andquot; Docherty told Nine News.andquot;You forget how good they are when guys miss 12 months. (Iand#039;m) excited to see the bat head #039; is in our group.andquot;Williamsand#039; After the absence, the Blues enjoyed an excellent second half of the 2023 season, coming within a whisker of winning the Cinderella final.Training alongside Patrick Cripps, Docherty moved straight into midfield in September, averaging 25.5 possessions per game and kicking a career-high eight goals during the year.And while injuries saw Docherty move to the ground, the fan favorite noted that Williamsand#039; the return would leave him in the engine room.andquot;That#039;s a similar role for me this year,andquot; Docherty added.andquot;When Zaccy returns from a 12-month absence, it will take some time to gain confidence, so keeping him in a familiar position (helps).andquot;Williams played only 23 games in three seasons in blue, with multiple leg injuries returning disability.Carlton kick off their season on Friday March 8 when they take on Brisbane in the opening round of AFLand#039 at the Gabba..