Pass the remote: AFL killing prime time footy with smashed Bombers
Everyone could have predicted how the depleted Bombers taking on the high flying Giants was going to end, and the AFL’s fixturing is ‘killing’ its prime time spots.
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Footy world stunned by GWS star’s acts
Jake Stringer was having a field day against his old club on Thursday night and it didn’t sit well with scores of Essendon fans.
‘Killing Thursday footy’: How Dons became unwatchable in 62 days
Two days after finalising its 2025 fixture, the AFL had a serious problems on its hands. The NFL would know what to do with the oversaturation of the Bombers, should the league follow suit?
Trade buzz: Crows ruckman’s fate lies in rival’s hands
Reilly O’Brien is at ease with his uncertain fate at the Crows, and he may have to wait a while longer as another in-demand ruckman bides his time to decide his future.
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‘Perfect storm’: Bombers defend injury count
With reports players could want out of Essendon amid an injury crisis and a review into the high performance program, Bombers coach Brad Scott has had his say.
Rumour swirls as Bombers reach crisis point
Essendon has been hit by two shock claims in one night with suggestions disgruntled senior players are “losing faith” in the club.
Bearing fruit or treading water? Clock ticking on Bombers’ rebuild
Zach Merrett has been pushed around the field this season as the club rebuilds – but when does the rubber meet the road for a club which hasn’t tasted finals success in two decades?
‘They refuse to do it’: Scott blasts umpires after Caddy clash
Essendon coach Brad Scott has delivered a scathing review of the umpires after a collision involving Nate Caddy during their 41-point loss to Gold Coast.
Draper’s Essendon concerns revealed as Bombers up offer
The Dons have made an improved offer to retain ruckman Sam Draper. But the free agent has ‘real concerns’ about a certain aspect of the club.
Star Don’s season could be over as Essendon look into injury crisis
Even on a bye, there’s been no respite for the Bombers on the injury front, and while the club thinks the epidemic of 2023 is behind them, it could be bad news for some big names.
B-grade Bombers gave a yelp, but they won’t decide Scott’s legacy
Essendon didn’t disgrace themselves against a superior side away from home. But it is clear what the club is lacking — and Brad Scott’s legacy depends on it.
‘Frustrated’ Don could seek trade, top-10 pick’s sad reality
A Bomber may seek a fresh start at season’s end, while another could have played his last game in the AFL. Jon Ralph has the latest.
‘Sometimes you give a bit of lip’: Bolton on that Dons taunt
Shai Bolton was one of the instigators of several skirmishes in Fremantle’s fiery win over Essendon on Thursday night – and his scoreboard taunt had the footy world talking.
Footy world reacts as AFL ground pounded
Optus Stadium’s revamped surface is under a major microscope following three AFL games and an Origin clash in less than a week.
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