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.
Essendon
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.
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Finals lock? Why Bombers can combat big man’s possible surgery
Essendon could be without Sam Draper for an extended period, but it may not matter as the Bombers look to cash in on a fantastic start to the 2024 season, and their fans dare to dream.
AFL star’s celebration for girl is all class
Essendon’s Matt Guelfi has won over the football world with a celebration of sheer class during the Bombers’ big win.
Doubters beware: The evidence that proves Bombers are for real
For an age the Bombers have continued to tease their fans, only to fall flat on their faces. After another big win, it seems that finally, the AFL’s sleeping giant has awoken.
Hogan’s ‘special’ act after teammate’s death
Jesse Hogan, who played alongside Cam McCarthy with the Dockers, has made his own tribute after the forward’s shock death.
No media ban on Draper, says Bombers coach
Essendon coach Brad Scott insists the club hasn’t tried to silence Sam Draper as he races the clock to be fit to face GWS.
Frustrated Draper should play, says ruck partner
Essendon ruckman Todd Goldstein says he expects Sam Draper to return after a turbulent week following his podcast comments.
Dodoro from the clouds: Inside the Durham draft heist
In a recruiting world full of leaks, doublecrossing and espionage, Sydney still never saw Essendon coming in the 2021 mid-season draft. Jon Ralph looks back at just how the Dons landed their new star.
‘It’s disrespectful’: Coach scorches star forward
Essendon coach Brad Scott has spoken candidly about his conversation with Sam Draper after his team’s win over West Coast.
‘Disappointed, disrespectful’: Scott clarifies Draper absence
Sam Draper’s comments about Luke Beveridge caused a diplomatic incident north of the Yarra this week but did it cause his absence against the Eagles? Brad Scott clarified post-match.
‘Overwhelmed’: Ex-Don opens up on Cats VFL exit, AFL regrets
Brayden Ham played the first two games of the VFL season then decided it wasn’t for him. The former Essendon player reflects on the challenges he has faced since being delisted.
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