That doesn't mean the Bombers are set to move on coach James Hird. Hird has another year on his contract ... In reality, the Bombers did well to snag Zach Merrett, Kyle Langford and Jayden Laverde in ...

WATCH: James Hird's full post-match media conference Hird was proud of how young leaders such as stand-in skipper Dyson Heppell (19 disposals, one goal), Zach Merrett (21) and Daniher led the ...

Superstar midfielder Zach Merrett will captain Essendon for a third season and he believes the club is developing a clearer identity. Merrett was unveiled as Essendon’s captain for a third ...