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Essendon's Rutten uncommitted to coaching

Embattled Essendon coach Ben Rutten says he has "no expectations" regarding his future beyond Saturday night's clash with Richmond.

AAP · Aug 19, 2022

Essendon admits to mishandling Ben Rutten coaching situation as Alastair Clarkson signs with North Melbourne

New Essendon president David Barham concedes mistakes were made as the Bombers left embattled coach Ben Rutten in the dark during their botched pursuit of Alastair Clarkson.

ABC News · Aug 19, 2022

Bombers coaching saga 'horrible': Barham

New Essendon president David Barham has described the AFL club's coaching situation as "really horrible" after Alastair Clarkson chose North Melbourne.

AAP · Aug 18, 2022

Essendon coach Ben Rutten remains in post, president Paul Brasher resigns after club's heavy loss to Port Adelaide

The struggling Essendon AFL club keeps coach Ben Rutten in place for now despite an 84-point defeat to Port Adelaide, however president Paul Brasher quits his role as pressure rises at the Bombers.

ABC News · Aug 15, 2022

Bombers coach Rutten's AFL future in doubt

Essendon coach Ben Rutten could become a victim of the Bombers' poor AFL season, while president Paul Brasher is set to stand down.

AAP · Aug 15, 2022

Power's Gray not done yet in AFL: Hinkley

Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says star veteran Robbie Gray has more to give at an AFL level despite being rested for their clash with Essendon.

AAP · Aug 12, 2022

Dons coach says Heppell doesn't owe club

Essendon captain Dyson Heppell is facing a big call on his AFL future, with the unrestricted free agent weighing up offers from the Bombers and Gold Coast.

AAP · Aug 10, 2022

Fired-up GWS determined for AFL response

GWS Giants will look to bounce back from a disappointing loss and the scathing criticism that followed when they take on Essendon at Giants Stadium.

AAP · Aug 5, 2022

No guarantees on Hurley AFL comeback

Essendon veteran Michael Hurley has played his first full game in the VFL on return from a crippling hip infection, in a positive step towards an AFL comeback.

AAP · Jul 31, 2022

'Hurt' Bombers determined to bounce back

Essendon star Andrew McGrath says the entire AFL club is shattered after the Bombers' stunning after-the-siren defeat against bitter rivals Collingwood.

AAP · Jul 27, 2022