Overview

• Ben McKay will miss Essendon's upcoming match against Brisbane after sustaining a foot injury during the Dreamtime game against Richmond.
• Essendon’s injury list has grown to 10 players over 190cm, including key players like Sam Draper, Nick Bryan, and Jordan Ridley.
• Coach Brad Scott confirmed McKay’s scan results are pending but ruled him out due to the short turnaround before the Brisbane match.
• Essendon is preparing to utilize up to four picks in the mid-season draft, with the possibility of debuting a new recruit as early as Thursday night.
• Scott highlighted the unexpected opportunities for younger players, praising their eagerness to learn and adapt to the team’s evolving strategy.