The Essendon Bombers have put off making their formal coaching decision. Reports detail a dire scenario that could be delaying the choice. Essendon players are annoyed by the lengthy coaching holdup as the wait continues.
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 pick the best coach for the role.