The Essendon Bombers have put off making their official coaching decision. Reports describe a dire scenario that could be delaying the decision. Essendon players are annoyed by the ongoing coaching delay as the wait drags on.
Club fans threaten to spill the board if Hird is not named coach. Meanwhile, the man who just beat Essendon could become 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 role.