Essendon have suffered yet another loss for season 2026, but unfortunately, it is the mounting injury toll that is capturing headlines, with more young players potentially sidelined.

Essendon will face the Melbourne Demons before a late bye, and after a stunning upset in Gather Round, they will be hoping that a 2nd win of the season can be secured.

Essendon continue to be aggressive in the trade space despite a disappointing season, highlighting a Suns forward as a genuine target, while a football champion has highlighted a 7 point plan to fix the Bombers!

Zach Reid returned to his best form in Essendon's narrow loss on the weekend, while a couple of VFL forwards have made their case for a senior call up.

A brave and improved Essendon team suffered a heartbreaking loss to arch rivals Carlton in the annual Kings Birthday Eve clash.

Essendon will be looking to put an end to the MCG hoodoo that has seen the club fail to win any matches in its home state for over 12 months, but will the rejuvenated Blues prove too strong?

Essendon have begun to plan a submission to the AFL for an assistance package as they continue to struggle down the bottom of the ladder, while a potential coaching candidate is starting to make his push for the senior job.

Essendon were smashed both in the AFL and VFL this weekend, and it shows with the player ratings, but some young players did shine amongst the failing leaders.

Essendon have suffered yet another glaring defeat, this time against the reigning wooden spoon recipients West Coast at Optus Stadium.

Essendon will fly up to Perth to take on the West Coast Eagles, but will do so without the coach and captain that they started the season with...