Ex-Falcon’s dream start on AFLW debut as ‘big off-season’ pays off
Ex-Geelong Falcon Chloe Adams’ AFLW debut at Essendon couldn’t have started any better. Now, she’s intent to keep improving – with the help of a player she long modelled her game on.
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Handle with care: The Package in trade limbo
He’s the biggest rollercoaster in footy, and Essendon is looking to ditch the ups and downs of the last two decades. JAY CLARK has the latest on if Jake Stringer and the Bombers part ways.
Tippa’s Imperial’s climb from wooden spoon to grand final
Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti didn’t win a final while he was at Essendon but he’s already achieved the feat elsewhere, helping his club to the Sunraysia grand final.
‘Played his last game’: AFL bombshell stuns
Bombers star Jake Stringer’s time at Essendon appears to already be over after an ugly contract standoff took a huge twist.
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Dons’ patience with injury-plagued young gun poised to be rewarded
Essendon has received a boost with top-10 draft pick Zach Reid pushing hard for a round 1 berth, while two other stars have revealed when they expect to return from injuries.
Who misses out? The Essendon best 23 squeeze is real
Ben Hobbs in the twos? Goldstein over Draper? The new-found depth at Essendon is going to make for some difficult discussions – but it’s a good thing for Bombers fans.
The best and the rest: Bombers who must step up with Merrett
Zach Merrett is a rolled-gold superstar for Essendon, but who else can run with him? JON RALPH and GLENN MCFARLANE run their rule over the Bombers’ list to see who can join him.
Legendary inspiration behind rising tides at Bombers in 2024
Essendon vice-captain Andy McGrath says his club is drawing inspiration from one of sport’s greatest figures, as the Bombers’ pre-season gains steam ahead of a hopeful 2024 season.
NFL GOAT’s message driving Bombers
Carlton players weren’t the only ones to rub shoulders with NFL legend Tom Brady and he left a lasting message.
Bombers big man keeps alive hopes of round 1 return
Bombers favourite Sam Draper is due to tick an important box on his recovery as his chances firm for a round 1 meeting with Hawthorn.
Don set for position change, fight on for wing minutes
Essendon recruit Xavier Duursma and Nic Martin are favoured to cover the wide expanses for the Bombers next year, but a fresh name has entered the mix after training in a new position.
Young Don tears ACL in another cruel blow
The horror injury run has continued for Essendon mid-season draftee Jaiden Hunter, with the young forward going down at training on Tuesday.
Dons delight as Stringer, forgotten top-10 pick impress
Essendon showed off a new-look defence and attack as Jake Stringer burned up the track in a promising pre-season outing. Get the latest intel from Tullamarine here.
Why the ‘excuses have expired’ for Dons in 2024
The Bombers have consistently teased fans and the competition that they are a true finals contender for years, now that all ends. SAM LANDSBERGER previews their season.
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