Essendon's captain Zach Merrett has met with Hawthorn raising questions about how players honour contracts when they’re in a rush for success? Bailey Smith is once again in hot water after flipping the bird and reportedly launching a string of expletives at photographer Alison Wynd, why is there seemingly no consequences for their star player? As the search for the new Chair of the AFL Commission continues, Roosy explains to what extent this group affects the game.  Plus, the team look ahead to the weekend in both the men's and women's competitions.