Essendon has confirmed its 26-man squad for the upcoming match against the Western Bulldogs, scheduled for Easter Sunday. The announcement details player inclusions and those unavailable for the fixture.
Squad Additions
Several players have been added to the extended squad:
Tom Edwards has been included on the extended interchange. This follows his performance last week, where he kicked five goals in his VFL comeback.
- Utility Nik Cox returns to the squad.
- Jayden Nguyen is among the eight players listed on the bench and is under consideration for a senior recall.
- Second-year swingman Kayle Gerreyn is also listed among the eight players on the bench.
Player Unavailabilities
Two players will not participate in the upcoming match:
Nate Caddy is unavailable due to delayed concussion symptoms.
- Brayden Fiorini remains out of action because of a back complaint.