Don The Stat | 2026 Trade Period Preview: Merrett, Longmire & Building the New Essendon
A big appointment off the field and big decisions on it. Essendon’s off-season is gathering pace. Jono and Ian unpack the latest developments and preview a trade period that could significantly reshape the Bombers’ list.
🐎 Longmire joins the Bombers
We discuss what John Longmire’s arrival means for Mark McVeigh, the coaching group and player development, alongside the additions of Brent Prismall and Shane Mumford. Are the Bombers putting the right support around their new coach and young list?
🔄 Merrett, Ridley and the big trade questions
Fresh from his seventh Crichton Medal, Zach Merrett’s…
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