‘Underworld’ figures inside AFL clubrooms
The AFL has reportedly warned Essendon over figures seen inside the team’s dressing room with Eddie McGuire making a public plea.
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Revealed: AFL Integrity warns Dons over players’ associates
AFL Integrity has warned Essendon to be vigilant over who it allows into its change rooms after concerns were raised about players’ associates.
‘He’s our captain’: Bombers, Saints shut down Merrett trade rumour
Zach Merrett has been linked to a monster offer from St Kilda in recent days, but JON RALPH reports the Saints and Bombers have denied any chance of the detail being done.
Star Blue axed in mass cull
Carlton has taken a quick axe to its list after failing to win a final and an injury-prone star has felt the cut.
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Will Dons’ prized draft haul finally blossom in 2024?
Essendon’s 2020 draft haul of Cox, Perkins and Reid gave fans plenty to get excited about then, but heading into 2024, where exactly do they stand in the pecking order at the Bombers?
Membrey returns as fresh faces help resurgent Saints smoke Dons
The Saints unleashed some fresh faces in their first hit-out of the season, with new recruits Darcy Wilson and Riley Bonner making a splash. Meanwhile Brad Scott would have been left wondering what his Bombers got out of the thumping.
‘Why we exist as a footy club’: Dons leaders look to break streak
Zach Merrett will lead the Dons again in 2024, with him and partner-in-crime Andy McGrath hoping the club is able to overcome its dreaded finals streak.
Shiel makes late bid for Round 1 berth, Dons star unveils new look
Dylan Shiel has staked his claim for a spot in the Bombers’ Round 1 side after a strong showing on Saturday, while a fan favourite unveiled his new look after chopping his locks for charity.
Bomber’s big call despite unclear return
A senior Essendon midfielder hopes his “mountain of work” on a persistent injury problem can set up a career best year.
Revealed: Crows captain’s pitch which Redman turned down
In a candid chat with JON RALPH, Mason Redman takes you inside his lengthy free agency decision, his chats with Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson and why he said no to the Crows.
Merrett concedes ‘big question’ hovering over Bombers
Skipper Zach Merrett says the gap between Essendon and the AFL’s best sides isn’t as big as the ladder suggests, but has conceded the club’s coaches have a big question to answer.
‘It’s real’: Bombers dealing with bulk contract questions
Essendon captain Zach Merrett says his out-of-contract teammates “wouldn’t be human” if their futures didn’t play on their minds during 2024.
‘Pain free’: Huge news for Bomber cult hero
A one-two ruck punch didn’t work at Melbourne in 2023 but Essendon big man Sam Draper says it will at the Bombers this season as he closes in on a Round 1 return.
Real deal: Teammate hails star Don’s big switch
Brad Scott has thrown one of Essendon’s best players behind the ball as he looks to give the Bombers an added threat coming out of backline — and the move already looks to be paying off.
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