The Essendon Bombers have delayed making their formal coaching decision. Reports describe a dire scenario that could be stalling the choice. Essendon players are fed up by the lengthy coaching delay as the wait drags on.
Club fans are set to spill the board if Hird is not named coach. Meanwhile, the man who just defeated Essendon could end up as their coach within days. The Swans have spoken out about the coach. Essendon now faces a choice on whether to appoint a spruiker or select the best coach for the position.