Everything Essendon

Essendon will have a strong draft hand in 2026, and may well have the choice of the best player in the open pool, but will it be Arki Butler, or Harry Van Hattum.

Essendon have begun their search for a new head coach, with James Hird at the top of the list, but is he the right man to coach the club going forward?

Essendon youngster Angus Clarke was impressive in the VFL, and he may be one of a handful of young players set to return to the AFL if the coaches are to make selection statements.

Essendon remain on the bottom of the ladder after a frustrating 67 point loss to the St. Kilda Saints.

Essendon are set to be active this off-season, but while star recruits may be out of the question, there are several underappreciated role players at other clubs that could be targets in a money-ball approach.

James Hird has officially met with Essendon president Andrew Welsh as the hunt for a senior coach ramps up, while the AFL ponders whether or not to grant Essendon priority picks at the end of the year.

It was another dismal Essendon loss, with the performance of Sam Durham the clear standout in an otherwise poor game of football.

Essendon returned to football with a dismal performance at Marvel Stadium, comfortably defeated by North Melbourne despite the scoreboard flattering the Dons.

Essendon could welcome back a handful of crucial players as we approach the last block of games in 2026, while a report has suggested a head coach candidate was not a strong contender the last time the club searched for a coach.

The Essendon Bombers will enter the bye in last place on the ladder, having disappointed so far in season 2026, but is it all doom and gloom as the club takes a well earned rest?

Mid-season recruit Jaxon Artemis impressed in his first VFL hitout, while a host of under pressure AFL Bombers struggled to perform.

Essendon have suffered yet another loss for season 2026, but unfortunately, it is the mounting injury toll that is capturing headlines, with more young players potentially sidelined.

Essendon will face the Melbourne Demons before a late bye, and after a stunning upset in Gather Round, they will be hoping that a 2nd win of the season can be secured.

Essendon continue to be aggressive in the trade space despite a disappointing season, highlighting a Suns forward as a genuine target, while a football champion has highlighted a 7 point plan to fix the Bombers!

Zach Reid returned to his best form in Essendon's narrow loss on the weekend, while a couple of VFL forwards have made their case for a senior call up.

A brave and improved Essendon team suffered a heartbreaking loss to arch rivals Carlton in the annual Kings Birthday Eve clash.

Essendon will be looking to put an end to the MCG hoodoo that has seen the club fail to win any matches in its home state for over 12 months, but will the rejuvenated Blues prove too strong?

Essendon have begun to plan a submission to the AFL for an assistance package as they continue to struggle down the bottom of the ladder, while a potential coaching candidate is starting to make his push for the senior job.

Essendon were smashed both in the AFL and VFL this weekend, and it shows with the player ratings, but some young players did shine amongst the failing leaders.

Essendon have suffered yet another glaring defeat, this time against the reigning wooden spoon recipients West Coast at Optus Stadium.

Essendon will fly up to Perth to take on the West Coast Eagles, but will do so without the coach and captain that they started the season with...

It has been an eventful 24 hours at Bomberland, with a head coach meeting his end, and a club legend entering the mix to be back at the club, while a new recruit has joined the ranks, hoping to play football as soon as possible.

Nik Cox was the standout in Essendon's VFL win against Richmond, but will he come back into the AFL side? And will there be omissions to the senior team despite the growing injury list?

Essendon coach Brad Scott has parted ways with the football club just days before the must-win game against the West Coast Eagles.

Essendon will have the first choice in the 2026 Mid-Season Draft tomorrow night, but who will the Bombers select with pick 1?