Matthew Lloyd wants to see Essendon skipper Zach Merrett commit to his off field output, as the club denied any link to a St Kilda trade.

Matthew Lloyd wants to see Essendon skipper Zach Merrett commit to his off field output, as the club denied any link to a St Kilda trade.

Both St Kilda and Essendon have spoken publicly to reject suggestions Bombers captain Zach Merrett could be traded this off-season.

St Kilda is reportedly readying a ‘godfather’ bid to tempt Zach Merrett away from Essendon.

St Kilda players thought Josh Battle was set to re-sign with the club before he committed to joining Hawthorn.

St Kilda players thought Josh Battle was set to re-sign with the club before he committed to joining Hawthorn.

Matthew Stafford is ready for Detroit Lions fans to bring the noise again.

Jake Stringer and Essendon understand each other’s positions. The Bombers aren’t budging, but will another club give Stringer what he wants?

Jake Stringer and Essendon understand each other’s positions. The Bombers aren’t budging, but will another club give Stringer what he wants?

Jake Stringer and Essendon understand each other’s positions. The Bombers aren’t budging, but will another club give Stringer what he wants?