Bombers ace gives insight into 'gruelling' fitness overhaul
Archie Roberts has described the Bombers' pre-season as "gruelling" after they brought in a new fitness team
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Bombers sign Irish teenager as Category B rookie
The Bombers have signed Irishman Cillian Bourke
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'It was hard. It was heavy': Emotional Bomber calls time after 234 games
Dylan Shiel announces his retirement after being delisted by Essendon at the end of the season
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Bomber blow as gun ruled out for 2026 after further knee surgery
Essendon's Nic Martin has been ruled out for the 2026 season
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Top Bombers draftee laid low by back concern
Sullivan Robey faces a delayed start to his first pre-season at Essendon
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Merrett steps down as Bombers captain after failed bid to join Hawks
Essendon will have a new captain in 2026 after Zach Merrett resigned as skipper
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Weddle to wait on contract call after Essendon's huge offer
Josh Weddle will wait until 2026 to make a call on his playing future
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Veteran ruck retires after record-breaking career
Todd Goldstein announces his retirement from the AFL
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'True, loyal' Bombers man ready to repay the faith
Dyson Sharp had a rollercoaster night at the draft, but now is ready to play for the club he's always supported
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Fresh concern for Bomber's ACL recovery after training mishap
Nic Martin has sent for scans on his reconstructed knee after slipping at training
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Merrett 'dominating' training as Bombers eye 'aggressive' trade moves
After failing to get to Hawthorn Zach Merrett has been welcomed back to Essendon 'with open arms'
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Merrett misses Dons' first preseason session, teammate keen to move on
The incumbent Essendon captain wasn't at the club's first training session for first to fourth-year players, as teammate Zach Reid hosed down any controversy
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LISTEN: Merrett's failed trade bid sums up a nightmare year for Bombers
Join Damian Barrett and Josh Gabelich for AFL Daily
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Injury-plagued Bomber delisted, told to explore options
Essendon has delisted midfielder Will Setterfield ahead of the national draft
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Flag Bomber relinquishes board position to take up coaching role
Dean Solomon will join Brad Scott's coaching panel after stepping down from the Essendon board
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Shots fired as famous old rivalry takes on a modern look
Just days after Zach Merrett's trade push fell through, the skirmishes between Essendon and Hawthorn have kicked off again
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Bold Bombers put forward massive offer to Hawks young gun
Following a tumultuous trade period, Essendon is on the front foot in pursuit of Hawthorn youngster Josh Weddle
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Bombers delist former first-round pick, young speedster
Essendon makes another round of delistings
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Bombers chief 'disappointed' with Hawks' 'unusual' Merrett approach
Craig Vozzo says Essendon was surprised with Hawthorn's wait and its subsequent offer for the Dons skipper
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'Not ideal, uncomfortable': Bombers, Hawks speak after Merrett move fails
The Bombers have spoken after the Zach Merrett deal fell through
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Merrett, Marshall and more: The blockbuster trades that didn't get done
We look at the huge moves that fell over after the most dramatic Continental Tyres AFL Trade Period in memory
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Bombers complete deal to land Suns winger
The Bombers have wrapped up a deal for Suns winger Brayden Fiorini
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Hawks pair backs Merrett trade push as deadline approaches
Tom Barrass and Nick Watson are hopeful of playing with Zach Merrett next season
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Lions sign ruck, Bombers learn compensation pick
The Lions have signed Bombers ruck Sam Draper as an unrestricted free agent
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'No club should be defined by one person': Merrett's message to Dons
Brad Scott has paid tribute to Zach Merrett amid the Bombers captain's uncertain future
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Merrett joins Bombers royalty with sixth best and fairest
Essendon captain Zach Merrett has claimed his sixth best and fairest
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BARRETT: Barham exit stems Bombers' bleeding, but maybe not for long
David Barham's three-year reign pushed Essendon further into the mire and Andrew Welsh may not be able to turn the ship around quickly, writes Damian Barrett
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Bombers defender makes trade call amid Lions interest
Contracted Bombers defender Jordan Ridley won't be seeking a trade
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Essendon president steps down, former player to take reins
There's more board upheaval at Essendon, adding to a tumultuous off-season
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Bombers captain breaks silence amid Hawks trade talk
Bombers captain Zach Merrett has spoken publicly for the first time since meeting with the Hawks
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Defender, veteran ruck latest duo delisted by Bombers
The Bombers have announced another two list changes
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Free agent officially picks new home, Bombers wait for compo call
Essendon ruck Sam Draper has nominated his club of choice
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BARRETT: Merrett must go after schoolyard fight with Dons turns nasty
The immature behaviour on display in Zach Merrett's dust-up with Essendon has pushed the relationship past the point of no return, writes Damian Barrett
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The candidates to replace Zach Merrett as Essendon captain
No matter what happens in the trade period, Essendon needs a new captain to replace Zach Merrett, writes Cal Twomey
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Mitchell has no regrets over Merrett meeting
Hawthorn's coach says he will continue to try and improve the club's list
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Bombers rule out trading star captain, defender
In a letter to Essendon members, president Dave Barham said Zach Merrett and Jordan Ridley wouldn't be traded
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Redman 'disappointed' by Merrett trade move, hits back at club critics
Mason Redman discusses Zach Merrett's attempts to be traded away from Essendon and criticism of the club's connection
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Bombers face 'complex' captaincy call after Merrett's Hawks meeting
One Essendon great can't see Zach Merrett continuing as captain after his meeting with Hawthorn, while the Bombers concede they face a difficult situation
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'We'll play that game too': Bombers respond to Hawks' bold Merrett bid
Brad Scott admits news of Zach Merrett's meeting with Hawthorn surprised him
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'Not the world I live in': Bombers coach reacts to bombshell Merrett meeting
Brad Scott admits news of Zach Merrett's meeting with Hawthorn surprised him
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Bombers captain meets with fierce rivals as he considers future
Zach Merrett has met with Hawthorn as the Bombers captain weighs up a decision on his future
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Draper's Dons decision, Lions' midfield response, Molloy's magical major
Footy Feed: Laura Spurway with the latest news
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Bombers, Power dads call on AFL to keep sons' dreams alive
Darren Bewick and Steven Salopek hope any changes to the AFL's father-son rule will allow their sons, Koby and Louis, to follow in their footsteps
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Bombers ruck confirms exit, future remains unclear
Sam Draper will not be playing at the Bombers next season
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Bombers lock in new fitness boss after injury-ravaged season
The Bombers have announced the appointment of their new high performance and medical boss
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BARRETT: Merrett, Curnow trade talk shows how the mighty have fallen
Essendon and Carlton were once AFL powerhouses. Now, their best players can't wait to get out, writes Damian Barrett
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Bombers delist small forward pair after disappointing season
The Bombers have announced two further list changes
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Veteran midfielder departs Bombers after seven seasons
Bombers midfielder Dylan Shiel has played his last game for the club
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MATCH REVIEW: Pair fined for wrestling, tall Sun charged
The match review findings from Wednesday night's match are in
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'Why can't we do it?': Bombers NGA prospects look to inspire Muslim community
A pair of Essendon NGA prospects want to inspire the future of Australian Muslim athletes
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Match Replay: Gold Coast v Essendon
The Suns and Bombers clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Mini-Match: Gold Coast v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Suns and Bombers clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Suns 'got the monkey off' their backs, 'significant' off-season for Bombers
Damien Hardwick is confident the Suns can have an impact in September after booking their first finals berth
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'I'm really proud of the way our players responded': Hardwick
Watch Gold Coast’s press conference after round 24’s match against Essendon
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'No doubt we limped to the line': Scott
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 24’s match against Gold Coast
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Highlights: Gold Coast v Essendon
The Suns and Bombers clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Rioli rocket: Sun back with a bang in massive strike
Daniel Rioli marks his comeback by unleashing a long-range bomb and celebrating in style
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Bomber bags ripper and goes to thank his skipper
Xavier Duursma weaves through heavy traffic to earn a superb goal, following captain Zach Merrett's relentless pursuit of the footy
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'That's a horrible head-on collision': Brutal clash downs Bomber
Todd Goldstein clashes heads with teammate Xavier Duursma as things go from bad to worse for Essendon
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Rowell rocks and rolls after siren sizzler
Matt Rowell crumbs the spillage to perfection before dancing past a Bomber and landing a ripper right as the siren sounds
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Final teams in for Suns-Bombers clash. Follow LIVE from 7.20pm AEST
Follow all the action from the closing match of the home and away season
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TEAMS: Suns welcome back stars, Dons lose forward
The teams are in for Wednesday night's clash between Gold Coast and Essendon
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Match Replay: Essendon v Carlton
The Bombers and Blues clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Mini-Match: Essendon v Carlton
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Blues clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Voss still 'holding onto hope' over TDK decision, Bombers limp to finish line
Carlton coach Michael Voss is all but resigned to losing ruck Tom De Koning over the off-season
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'We could have been that club that just gave the season away, probably every reason to': Voss
Watch Carlton’s press conference after round 24’s match against Essendon
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'[Zach Merrett] did what he always does, which is just keep fighting and competing': Scott
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 24’s match against Carlton
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Highlights: Essendon v Carlton
The Bombers and Blues clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Blues end horror season on a high as Bombers drop 12th straight game
Carlton has finished a disappointing 2025 season with victory over Essendon
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Kako collects a couple as Bombers burst late
Essendon mounts a final-quarter comeback as Isaac Kako chips in with a pair of goals
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Nothing wrong with this Wright tap as Guelfi cashes in
Peter Wright provides the perfect assist for Matt Guelfi, who finishes with a sweet dribble kick
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Why Merrett stayed loyal, what 250 means, and how he’s changed
Dons skipper Zach Merrett on joining so many Essendon greats in the 250-game club, his loyalty to the Bombers and how much longer he hopes to keep playing
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TEAMS: Shiel set to farewell Bombers faithful, Blues veteran overlooked again
The teams are in for Thursday night's clash between Essendon and Carlton at the MCG
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Father-son, Academy 'mortgage' on draft forces clubs into 'aggressive' trades, says Scott
Essendon coach Brad Scott says changes to the father-son and Academy systems are overdue
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Scott says Bombers have put 'best case' to Sam Draper
Essendon is still hopeful ruckman will turn down overtures from Adelaide and Brisbane
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Bombers young gun rewarded with extension after breakout season
The Bombers are rewarding young gun Archie Roberts with an extension after his fine season
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Bombers skipper cleared to return for game 250 after overcoming hand injury
Zach Merrett returns after one week on the sidelines following surgery on his hand
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Match Replay: Essendon v St Kilda
The Bombers and Saints clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Mini-Match: Essendon v St Kilda
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Saints clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Star Saint praised for 'critical moments', Bombers take 'steps forward'
Star Saint Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera earned more praised after a narrow win over the Bombers
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Highlights: Essendon v St Kilda
The Bombers and Saints clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Saints hold off Bombers in thriller to extend winning run
The Saints have held on to beat the Bombers in a thriller
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Last two mins: Bomber’s late shot just misses as Saints hold on
The thrilling final moments between Essendon and St Kilda in round 23
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‘Very special talent we’re seeing’: Nas stuns stadium with epic major
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera bursts out of the centre with his trademark speed and nails a remarkable goal on the run to wow the footy world once again
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‘A lot of stuff went wrong there’: Scott cross after messy goal
Brad Scott is unhappy after a mad scramble eventually leads to a major to Darcy Wilson
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Bombers suffer yet another blow with key Don subbed out
Essendon can’t catch a break as key defender Jayden Laverde is forced out of the contest with a hip concern
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‘What are we witnessing?’ Lual’s incredible soccer spells GOTY contender
Luamon Lual submits a late entry for Goal of the Year with an unbelievable effort off the deck that dribbles through beautifully
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Unwin unleashed: Debutant Bomber on the board
Rhys Unwin is swarmed by teammates after slotting an early goal in his first game of AFL
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Bombers veteran learns fate in Tribunal 'test case', Crow's ban stands
Dylan Shiel and Rory Laird are both facing the AFL Tribunal on Tuesday night
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Carlton's footy boss gone, Snoop locked in, Scott's tribunal whack
Footy Feed: Laura Spurway with the latest news
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Match Replay: Geelong v Essendon
The Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Mini-Match: Geelong v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Shiel shove leaves MRO facing 'interesting' friendly fire dilemma
Dylan Shiel has a nervous wait after shoving Mark O'Connor into oncoming traffic where he collided with Luamon Lual
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Highlights: Geelong v Essendon
The Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Jezza helps Cats steady late after spirited Bombers challenge
Geelong fights off a plucky Essendon to secure a 44-point win
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Oh wow, O’Sullivan: Young Cat clunks sky-high speccy
Connor O’Sullivan shows his tremendous potential with a super mark over Archer May
Essendon Squad
Andrew
McGrath
Sam
Draper
Darcy
Parish
Kyle
Langford
Elijah
Tsatas
Jye
Caldwell
Captain
Zach
Merrett
Ben
Hobbs
Dylan
Shiel
Isaac
Kako
Jade
Gresham
Will
Setterfield
Nik
Cox
Jordan
Ridley
Jayden
Laverde
Archie
Perkins
Todd
Goldstein
Lewis
Hayes
Kayle
Gerreyn
Peter
Wright
Archie
Roberts
Sam
Durham
Harrison
Jones
Nick
Bryan
Jaxon
Prior
Archer
May
Mason
Redman
Xavier
Duursma
Jye
Menzie
Nate
Caddy
Zach
Reid
Ben
McKay
Alwyn
Davey Jnr
Luamon
Lual
Matt
Guelfi
Angus
Clarke
Nic
Martin
Rhys
Unwin
Vigo
Visentini
Zak
Johnson
Saad
El-Hawli
Jayden
Nguyen
Archer
Day-Wicks
Thomas
Edwards
Lachlan
Blakiston
Oskar
Smartt
Liam
McMahon
