James Hird's wife, Tania, has broken her silence on her husband's suspected overdose.

The former Essendon player and coach was rushed to hospital on Wednesday night following a reported drug overdose.

He was later taken to a specialist mental health centre for further treatment.

Mrs Hird thanked the AFL community for its support following the incident, while re-iterating the family's wishes for privacy.

โ€œWe wish to express our appreciation for the public support that has been given to James and our family since news of his hospitalisation became known," she said in a statement.

โ€œAt this time James and the Hird family are in need of privacy.

โ€œWe ask that this privacy be respected.

โ€œWe particularly ask this of the media contingent currently gathered at our house.

โ€œJamesโ€™ health is our primary focus and concern.

โ€œWe will making no further comment.โ€

The Bombers released a statement earlier on Friday afternoon, throwing its support behind the club legend.

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