Essendon receives rookie selections in assistance package after struggles
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:47 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Essendon has been awarded two extra rookie selections for the 2027 season after submitting an assistance package request to the AFL. The decision comes after the Bombers finished with only two wins in their last 36 games, ending the season with a wooden spoon. Despite requests for additional support, including a first-round selection and soft cap relief, the club received the rookie spots instead. The AFL's approval follows coaching changes, including the recent hiring of Mark McVeigh as senior coach.
- •Essendon won only two of their last 36 games.
- •The club received two extra rookie selections for the 2027 season.
- •Essendon requested more support, including a first-round draft pick.
- •Mark McVeigh was appointed as the new senior coach in August.
- 11:47 PMAFL — Bombers get assistance package after two wins in 36 games
"Essendon has received extra list spots as it seeks to rebuild its on-field fortunes
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