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“Black and white” feedback driving untried Essendon youngster

The tall utility was the only Essendon player who did not break through for an AFL debut in 2025.

Jonty Ralphsmith - December 5, 2025

AFL Draft

Re-selecting the first 15 picks of the 2019 AFL Draft

We revise the opening of a STACKED draft class.

Brodie Dunn - December 4, 2025

Will Setterfield

Axed Essendon defender “expected” to secure AFL lifeline

The 27-year-old was cut by the Bombers this off-season.

Mitch Keating - December 4, 2025

AFL News

Essendon confirms signing of Irish superstar

He has signed as a category B rookie.

Aidan Cellini - December 3, 2025

AFL News

Predicting every AFL team’s next captain

With preparation already underway for the 2026 season, we take a look at who is next in line to captain your club.

Patrick Parnell - December 3, 2025

Tasmania Devils

Former Essendon coach joins Tasmania Devils

Aidan Cellini - December 3, 2025

AFL News

Essendon reportedly poised to sign Irish defender

Jonty Ralphsmith - November 30, 2025

AFL News

Two-club star call times on AFL career

Hayden Farquhar - November 29, 2025

Zach Merrett

Essendon’s Zach Merrett makes captaincy call ahead of 2026 season

Aidan Cellini - November 26, 2025

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“Black and white” feedback driving untried Essendon youngster

Re-selecting the first 15 picks of the 2019 AFL Draft

Re-selecting the first 15 picks of the 2019 AFL Draft

Essendon to have "four or five players" back post-bye, latest on midfielder's fresh concern

Axed Essendon defender “expected” to secure AFL lifeline

Offaly's Cillian Bourke is set to move to AFL outfit Essendon. Photo: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Essendon confirms signing of Irish superstar

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DARWIN, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 26: Grass signage is seen during the 2024 AFLW Round 09 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Richmond Tigers at TIO Stadium on October 26, 2024 in Darwin, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Dreamtime clash returns to Darwin in 2025

Premiership Demon James Harmes to remain away from the club for personal reasons as Goodwin prepares for more selection changes

Retired Demon lands coaching gig

Every pick, prospect from the 2024 AFLW Draft

Every pick, prospect from the 2024 AFLW Draft

Blending past and future helping form Bombers new culture

AFLW: Bombers co-captain ruled out of finals series

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2022 AFL SEASON

“Black and white” feedback driving untried Essendon youngster

Re-selecting the first 15 picks of the 2019 AFL Draft

Axed Essendon defender “expected” to secure AFL lifeline

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Jacob Farrow, Sullivan Robey and Dyson Sharp pose after being selected by the Bombers as part of the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Essendon draftee facing limited pre-season

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 07: Brodie McLaughlin of Williamstown celebrates a goal during the 2024 VFL Second Semi Final match between the Brisbane Lions and Williamstown at Brighton Homes Arena on September 07, 2024 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SSP state of play: The AFL clubs set to make list...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Jye Caldwell of the Bombers celebrates a goal during the 2024 AFL Round 22 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Gold Coast SUNS at Marvel Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

FOUR Essendon players who could succeed Zach Merrett as captain

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 22: Mason Redman and Zach Merrett of the Bombers walk from the field following the round two AFL match between Essendon Bombers and Adelaide Crows at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on March 22, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Essendon’s Zach Merrett makes captaincy call ahead of 2026 season

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 08: Zach Merrett of the Bombers kicks the ball during the 2025 AFL Round 22 match between the Geelong Cats and the Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium on August 8, 2025 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Essendon captain’s draft “pitch” to list manager revealed

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Willem Duursma (Gippsland Power) is presented his jumper by Harley Reid of the Eagles after being drafted with pick one by the West Coast Eagles during the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19th, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The EIGHT draftees leading AFL debut chances for Opening Round/Round 1

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Jacob Farrow, Sullivan Robey and Dyson Sharp pose after being selected by the Bombers as part of the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

WA draft star set to reunite with former Falcons teammate at...

Veteran Roo reportedly pondering 2024 decision amid rival interest: AFL trade news

Champion ruckman calls time on AFL career, announces new club for...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 20: Adam Sweid of the Dockers poses for a photo during an AFL Draft Media Opportunity at Marvel Stadium on November 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

“Bring excitement”: Fremantle’s newest draftee ready for the big stage

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 25: Nate Caddy of the Bombers is congratulated by Isaac Kako of the Bombers after kicking a goal during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between Geelong Cats and Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium on February 25, 2025 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Bombers young gun suffers injury scare, faces pre-season setback

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Jacob Farrow, Sullivan Robey and Dyson Sharp pose after being selected by the Bombers as part of the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

The mega-trade offer Essendon knocked back to land prized first-round selection

AFL Draft: Collingwood tied pair, Essendon NGA talent attracting “a lot of talk”

AFL Draft: Essendon discuss decision not to match bid for NGA...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Jacob Farrow, Sullivan Robey and Dyson Sharp pose after being selected by the Bombers as part of the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

“Believed in the top end”: Essendon nab trio of ready-made draft...

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 07: Michael Voss, Senior Coach of the Blues looks on during the 2024 AFL First Elimination Final match between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton Blues at The Gabba on September 07, 2024 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL Draft: Carlton will be “active” as rivals swoop on early...

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 07: Harry Dean of Victoria Country in action during the Marsh AFL National Championships U18 Boys match between Western Australia and Victoria Country at Mineral Resources Park, on June 07, 2025, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

The EIGHT selections set to significantly shape how the AFL Draft...