Everything Essendon

Essendon had a horrid week in results, but there was a shift in vibe when Nate Caddy signed a timely contract extension, while the coaching race continues to heat up.

Essendon will have many options at their disposal if they wanted to swing the axe for the upcoming GWS game, but who should come out of the AFL side?

The Essendon Bombers appear to have hit rock bottom after a 90 point loss against the Brisbane Lions, cementing their title as wooden spoon favourites.

Essendon will have a strong draft hand in 2026, and may well have the choice of the best player in the open pool, but will it be Arki Butler, or Harry Van Hattum.

Essendon have begun their search for a new head coach, with James Hird at the top of the list, but is he the right man to coach the club going forward?

Essendon youngster Angus Clarke was impressive in the VFL, and he may be one of a handful of young players set to return to the AFL if the coaches are to make selection statements.

Essendon remain on the bottom of the ladder after a frustrating 67 point loss to the St.Kilda Saints.

Essendon are set to be active this off-season, but while star recruits may be out of the question, there are several underappreciated role players at other clubs that could be targets in a money-ball approach.

James Hird has officially met with Essendon president Andrew Welsh as the hunt for a senior coach ramps up, while the AFL ponders whether or not to grant Essendon priority picks at the end of the year.

It was another dismal Essendon loss, with the performance of Sam Durham the clear standout in an otherwise poor game of football.