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Michael Voss sounds warning in AFL extra-time debate

Debate is again raging over the merits of extra-time to decide drawn AFL home-and-away matches after the Essendon-Collingwood classic on Anzac Day.

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Merrett wanted more time, McRae backs AFL draw

The draw has again split opinion, with Essendon skipper Zach Merrett among those who wanted extra time to settle a gripping AFL contest against Collingwood.

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Langford addresses missed shot with Essendon teammates

Essendon coach Brad Scott says he won't "hang players out to dry" after Kyle Langford addressed his crucial missed set shot in an Anzac Day draw.

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Bombers welcome back Wright, ponder Anzac Day reshuffle

Essendon will welcome back Peter Wright from suspension for their Anzac Day blockbuster against Collingwood and could go tall at the MCG.

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Bombers won't get carried away with strong start: Scott

Essendon coach Brad Scott says his team is satisfied with a strong start to the AFL season but still has lots of improvement to come.

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Execution, not effort, the issue at Essendon: Scott

Brad Scott has backed Essendon's work ethic despite their 69-point thumping by Port Adelaide, insisting other issues were at play in the chastening defeat.

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Bombers handed 'wake-up call' by Rozee-inspired Power

Port Adelaide duo Connor Rozee and Jason Horne-Francis have taught Essendon's midfielders a lesson in a lop-sided Gather Round encounter at Adelaide Oval.

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Move to half-back has Essendon's Mr Fix-It in great Nic

Essendon's Mr Fix-It Nic Martin has thrived in a move to half-back, but the Bomber has no desire to lock down a permanent role.

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Bombers won't step away from aggressive edge

Essendon's aggressive approach fell short against Sydney but coach Brad Scott will continue to encourage his players to be fierce in the contest.

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AFL clubs demand answers on secret drug tests: Goodwin

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he has "no line of sight" on explosive whistleblower allegations of secret drug-testing of players facilitated by the AFL.

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Scott defends Wright and the Bombers' physical style

Peter Wright faces a long suspension for his hit on Sydney's Harry Cunningham but Bombers coach Brad Scott has backed his team's combative 'Essendon edge'.

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Bombers want to find their 'Essendon edge': coach

Essendon were fiery and combative against Hawthorn and coach Brad Scott wants the Bombers to bring an aggressive but controlled "edge" to their game.

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Draper poised for Bombers return, Parish no guarantee

Essendon ruckman Sam Draper is set to play his first game of the AFL season against Sydney, while coach Brad Scott is making Darcy Parish sweat on selection.

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Sicily escapes suspension at AFL tribunal for kicking

Hawthorn have succeeded at the AFL tribunal in having captain James Sicily's kicking charge downgraded from a one-game suspension to a fine.

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Hamstring surgery to sideline Dockers' Cox for 12 weeks

Versatile Dockers tall Brennan Cox will undergo surgery to repair his injured right hamstring and is expected to spend the next 12-15 weeks on the sidelines.

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Essendon to celebrate flags, rivalry with Hawthorn

A clash with Hawthorn offers the dream start to the season for Essendon, who will celebrate their 1984 grand final comeback before the first bounce at the MCG.

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No more 'sugar hits' for Bombers in bid for success

Essendon coach Brad Scott has tempered expectations with the club's long-suffering supporter base ahead of his second season in charge of the Bombers.

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'Urgency' at Essendon in bid to end AFL finals pain

There is a new drive at Tullamarine, as Essendon's players work to lift the former powerhouse out of mediocrity and into a new era of success.

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Parish believes McKay can be game-changer for Bombers

Essendon midfielder Darcy Parish is confident key recruit Ben McKay can be a game-changer for the Bombers in 2024.

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North set to chase No.1 pick after McKay joins Bombers

Hawthorn and North Melbourne head the list of clubs eyeing moves up the draft order as West Coast weigh up whether to trade the No.1 pick.

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Bombers firm on ruck plan as Goldstein arrives

Essendon are adamant Todd Goldstein's AFL move from North Melbourne will be an asset, while Xavier Duursma has requested a trade to the Bombers.

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Bombers poach AFL strategy specialist from Wallabies

Essendon have added former Hawthorn strategy guru David Rath to their football department as they seek a return to AFL finals action in 2024.

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Bombers poised to make AFL free agency splash

The AFL's free agency period opens on Friday and Essendon are set to be big players as Brad Scott eyes a reunion with two of his former North Melbourne charges.

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UFC veterans in MMA and bareknuckle boxing action July 28-30

Check out which veterans of the UFC are in combat sports action across the globe this weekend.

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Geelong coach Scott calls AFL 'compromised' competition

Geelong coach Chris Scott is no fan of a wildcard weekend, arguing the AFL is already a "compromised" competition.

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