Several experienced players weren't available for yesterday's McGrath Cup defeat to Clare.
The Premier County will also be without the Clonmel Commercials contingent for several weeks yet as the County and Munster champions prepare for next month's All-Ireland Club Football Championship semi-final against Ballyboden St Enda's.
However, the Tipp boss thinks it would be much worse to have such a lengthy injury list during the National League or championship.
