Overview
- Essendon confirmed the 27-year-old midfielder’s delisting on final list lodgement day ahead of the national draft.
- The club said five draft selections left no primary list spot available but kept open the national draft, rookie list and pre-season supplemental period as pathways.
- Setterfield has been told to explore opportunities elsewhere, with interest from other AFL clubs reported.
- His 2025 campaign ended with a serious foot injury after averaging nearly 22 disposals and taking on successful tagging roles against elite mids.
- He played 27 senior games for Essendon to reach 84 career matches after previous stints with GWS and Carlton.