Lucky 13? How Suns can unlock Trade Period — again
Gold Coast holds the keys to another AFL Trade Period as the opening day of official dealing approaches, with its first-round pick set to shape the fates of several clubs — and key players.
Essendon
Trade latest: Daniel keeps Roos, Dogs waiting
North Melbourne and Western Bulldogs will likely enter trade period without Caleb Daniel declaring whether he wants to be traded to Arden St. JAY CLARK has the latest.
Giants confirm Stringer talks amid contract stand-off
GWS football boss Jason McCarthy has confirmed the club has held talks over a move for Jake Stringer, with the Essendon forward’s football future in limbo heading into the trade period.
Hird reunion? VFL club chasing fellow ex-Essendon skipper
Will Dyson Heppell join James Hird and Brendan McCartney at VFL club Port Melbourne? The Borough are making a big play for the former Bombers skipper and another massive Essendon figure has quietly joined.
Bombers president’s stern warning to Dons’ stars after latest fade out
It was another disappointing season that started so brightly at Essendon this year. And president David Barham has delivered a pointed message to his players. Get on board, or else.
Best 23s: How your club could look in 2025
Trade period hasn’t even started and already there are a host of big moves pending among AFL clubs. We’ve predicted how every team will line-up in 2025 once the trade period, free agency and drafts take place.
‘Extraordinary money’ Pies, Port are offering Giants flanker
Harry Perryman has one top-three finish in a best-and-fairest – four years ago. That hasn’t stopped a bidding war reaching crazy levels. LATEST TRADE BUZZ
Mir, MSO and Milne the Bomber: 25 years since the last reserves GF
The Bombers are best known in 2024 as the team who can’t win a final, but in 1999, there was no such issue. And that included the last ever reserves premiership. We take a look back at where that team is now.
Angry Essendon members to turn away over steep price rises
Essendon fans are not happy with an increase in price of over $100 on select memberships. The Bombers are defending the decision despite the consequence of losing members.
‘Flexibility’ behind Bombers’ contract call
Essendon will go into a third season under Brad Scott with its best ruck mix still unclear, but a veteran is “excited” by the possibilities.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
‘Insulting’ detail of Bombers’ Stringer gamble
Essendon is reportedly “not budging” on its offer to Jake Stringer with new details emerging about a secret meeting behind the scenes.
Eddie throws Pies in mix for shock Stringer trade swoop
Ex-Collingwood president Eddie McGuire has speculated on whether Jake Stringer would fit in at the Magpies as the Bomber contemplates his future.
Grim fallout of Bombers collision
Scans have revealed the extent of damage to Bonnie Toogood’s knee after the Essendon star was in a horror collision with a teammate.
Ralph: Bombers’ dangerous game with ‘loveable rogue’ Stringer
Jake Stringer is desperate to stay at Essendon, but how much are the Bombers willing to test the loyalty of a rare forward actually delivering for them? JON RALPH writes, it’s a dangerous game.
Coming or going? Dons stuck in footy purgatory
Does Brad Scott know if Essendon is close to contending or needs rebuilding? As CALLUM DICK writes, it’s a question that needs answered ahead of a defining 12 months for club and coach.
Local clubs circle delisted Don as ex-AFL players on the look out
Just hours after being cut from the Bombers, Nick Hind was planning his next move — and there has been no shortage of offers. Plus, two other ex-AFL players and a social media identity are assessing their options.
‘I’m feeling good’: Sheeds back in Victoria after holiday health scare
AFL legend Kevin Sheedy says he’s “feeling good” after being hospitalised with a mystery illness while holidaying in Queensland.
Bombers coach laments an ‘18-month first’
Essendon coach Brad Scott says part of his side’s performance on Saturday night was the worst he’s seen in his time at the club.
Bombers veterans in scrap for spots
Essendon coach Brad Scott says “horses for courses” remains his mantra as two champion players pose a major selection challenge.
Eight picks in top 40: How Tiges can build generational draft haul
Richmond are on track to finish 18th for the first time but by trading a couple of aging premiership stars, they could walk into this year’s draft with an epic hand of picks.
‘More dangerous’: Caddy shows way ahead for Bombers
A week after being omitted for ‘team balance’, Nate Caddy made a big impression for Essendon. His emergence could show the way ahead for the Bombers in the rundown to September.
‘Excited’ Scott sings Caddy’s praises
Essendon coach Brad Scott says the breakout performance of a top-10 pick has given the Bombers “the best problem to have”.
Bombers make statement at the ‘G
Essendon’s defence looked all at sea as Jack Crisp ran riot for three consecutive first-term goals at the MCG – but the Bombers steadied and then broke away to silence the doubters.
It’s official: Dons the real deal as Scott finds his perfect mix
Before the round, Essendon had not beaten a team currently in the top eight. But that all changed on Friday night, as Brad Scott orchestrated a Bombers statement win over Collingwood.
‘Stop Daicos’: Bombers expose Collingwood
One key Collingwood name was front of mind as Essendon finally silenced some critics with a key victory over the AFL premiers.
McGuane: What Pies really need from Darcy Moore tonight
It’s a blockbuster at the MCG – and we’ll learn a lot about both Collingwood and Essendon tonight, writes MICK McGUANE. Will the real Darcy Moore stand up? The skipper isn’t Craig McRae’s only issue.
Caldwell: Dons won’t fall off cliff again in home stretch
Last year the Dons sat fifth after Round 17 before bombing out of the top eight by season’s end. Star onballer Jye Caldwell says this time will be different. Plus see his take on the midfield mix.
Bomber set to revive stalled career
A forgotten Essendon on-baller is poised to receive a big chance against Collingwood after a VFL performance that left his coach “rapt”.
Scott’s ‘rabbit hole’ fear for AFL umpiring
Essendon coach Brad Scott has a warning for AFL fans after a revealing meeting with league umpiring officials this week.
Scott reveals AFL’s admission over controversial free kicks
Essendon coach Brad Scott has revealed what the AFL communicated to the Bombers after a number of costly umpiring calls on Saturday night. Plus why the league haven’t publicly clarified the decisions.
‘Pretty frustrating’: Caldwell says umpiring sapped Dons’ momentum
Jye Caldwell and Kyle Langford have spoken up about the ‘frustrating’ free kicks paid against Essendon on Saturday night which made Bombers fans livid.
Bombers hit by ‘unfortunate events’, says coach
Essendon coach Brad Scott responded firmly when asked to address a series of controversial umpiring decisions on Saturday night.
Please explain: Dons fans fume over controversial free kicks
Geelong claimed a crucial win to stop its slide, but there was only one true talking points at the MCG — the umpiring. SAM LANDSBERGER says the pressure will be on Laura Kane to explain a host of calls which had Bomber fans fuming.
The Dodoro trade steal fuelling Dons’ top-four assault
With Darcy Parish sidelined, Zach Merrett needed another sidekick to ignite Essendon’s finals push — enter Jye Caldwell. He speaks to DAN BATTEN about thriving as a Bomber.
How ruthless Dons can exploit Cats’ greatest vulnerability
Geelong has been smashed by 122 points in its last seven quarters and a key area where the Cats keep failing will leave them vulnerable against Essendon. JOSH BARNES breaks it down.
AFL fans to face unprecedented finals tickets squeeze
With some of the AFL’s biggest clubs in the frame to go deep into September, there is set to be an unprecedented rush for tickets. JAY CLARK examines the steps fans will likely have to go to.
AFL called out for ‘unrealistic’ demands
Essendon coach Brad Scott reveals why he is pleased Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield has been freed to face his side.
Scott not focused on top four spot, embraces selection dilemmas
Brad Scott won’t be drawn on Essendon’s firming grasp on a top four spot, saying the ladder doesn’t have “any relevance” to the way Essendon is approaching its run home.
Freakish Fish: Salmon-mania and the fateful day everything changed
Forty years ago, Paul Salmon threatened to redefine Australian football as a giant goalkicker. He talks to SHANNON GILL about whirlwind stardom wrapped in tragedy, the moment it changed and its complex legacy.
Selection squeeze keeps coach wide awake
Several highly rated Essendon players could be forced out of the Bombers’ side against West Coast as a fleet of first-choice team members return from injury.
No guarantees for Bomber cult hero
With Essendon’s finals push set to step up a notch after the club’s bye, the Bombers coach is not sold on an immediate return for a key big man.
‘Another level’: Family news builds Bomber buzz
The little things count when you are trying to end a 20-year drought of finals wins and events across the bye could stir Essendon into action.
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