Bomber Barracks

GAME DAY.

I hate Carlton more than any other club.

Hawthorn are a close second. Collingwood round out the big three. But Carlton? They hold a special place in my football hatred.

Their supporters are unbearable to sit near and, yes, before you ask, I’m still not over 1999. I don’t think I ever will be.

But today’s a new day.

The first full week under Solly. The wide open spaces of the MCG. A chance for a few players to remind people what they bring.

I’ve seen plenty of frustration about Cox and Jones being selected, but the reality is we need their running power. Jones was genuinely starting to find his role on the wing before injury struck, and right now we need players who can cover ground and help us spread.

Will today be easy viewing? Maybe not.

Do we need to get out of the blocks quickly? Absolutely.

But for one day, let’s put the negativity aside and get behind the boys.

They’re wearing the sash. They’re representing our club. They deserve our support.

And who knows? Maybe, just maybe, we pull off a surprise.

Go Bombers.

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If you’ve been invited to follow Bomber Barracks but haven’t hit that button yet, now’s the time.

The page reaches thousands of Essendon supporters every week, but a lot of those invited still haven’t followed.

Facebook might try to slow us down, but they can’t stop passionate Bombers supporters.

So if you’ve been invited, hit FOLLOW.

Let’s show them what the Bomber diehards can do.

And for today, keep it positive.

If you want to pile on, there’ll be plenty of time for that after the game.

What are you most looking forward to seeing today?

GO BOMBERS. ✈️🔴⚫

Bomber fans - these two should be at every centre bounce, and it makes me excited!!!

Tomorrow night can’t come quick enough.

A highly-rated rookie. A midfielder entering his prime.

We’ve only seen small glimpses so far, but tomorrow night gives us another look at a combination that could be a big part of Essendon’s future.

I’ll be watching every centre bounce.

Bombers fans, how excited are you to see Robey and Durham together? 🖤❤️

Bomber fans, there are four changes for Sunday night.

Mason Redman returns and will celebrate his 150th AFL game in the red and black.

Harrison Jones is back at AFL level for the first time in 403 days after overcoming a long injury battle.

Hussien El-Achkar has earned a recall on the back of strong VFL form, while Sam Durham returns after missing last week with concussion.

Four welcome inclusions. Which one makes the biggest difference against Carlton? 🔴⚫️

Jordan Ridley is set to return against Carlton on Sunday night after training strongly this week.

My view- If Ridley is planning to leave at season’s end, Essendon should play him whenever he’s fit.

He’s played only two games this year, the team is better with him in it, and the club needs to know exactly where he stands before any trade talks.

If he leaves, Essendon should focus on maximising his value rather than managing him extra cautiously.

Agree or disagree: if Ridley wants out, should Essendon stop being conservative and just play him whenever he’s fit?

Devastating news for Lewis Hayes