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.
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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.
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Tigers champion makes move to rivals
After playing with Essendon’s VFL team as a fill-in during 2021, a retired Richmond premiership star has made a decision about joining the club officially.
Shiel forgotten man in Bomber finals dream
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Brownlow Predictor: Star clear leader in award race
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McGuane: What Crows, Port need at the draft
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How Jobe recovered from ‘sadness’ after lost Brownlow
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