Shola Ameobi is out with an injury picked up on international duty with Nigeria, while Jonas Gutierrez remains out with a hamstring problem.
As a boy, Danny Graham was a Magpies fan, but his association with Sunderland - and he played in their 3-0 win at Newcastle in April - means he won't be receiving a hometown welcome at St James' Park.
The Hull striker has not scored in any game since January. If he takes part in this one it will be his 22nd outing since last finding the back of the net. Steve Bruce must decided whether to stick with him up front or to pick Yannick Sagbo, who is available again after suspension.
Hull captain Robert Koren has broken a bone in his right foot and faces up to eight weeks out, while Maynor Figueroa has been granted compassionate leave.
Paul McShane is out with a hamstring injury, but striker Yannick Sagbo returns from suspension.
Newcastle United (Possible, 4-3-3): Krul; Debuchy, Coloccini, Yanga-Mbiwa, Santon; Anita, Sissoko, Cabaye; Ben Arfa, Cissé, Rémy.
Out: Gutierrez, S Taylor (both hamstring), R Taylor (knee), Sh Ameobi, Williamson (both unspecified).
Hull City (Possible, 4-3-2-1): McGregor; Elmohamady, Chester, Davies, Rosenior; Quinn, Huddlestone, Livermore; Aluko, Brady; Sagbo.
Out: Dudgeon (unspecified), Koren (foot), Figueroa (personal), McShane (hamstring).
