With the decade drawn to a close it is time to reflect on the events that took place and celebrate the achievements of those who excelled. In that spirit we give to you our Top 10 Bombers of the 2010’s.
Note: All statistics and honours listed relate to time spent at Essendon during the 2010-19 period only.
| 10. Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti |
| 89 games, 100 goals. |
| Fifth Essendon Best & Fairest: 2018. |
| 9. Tom Bellchambers |
| 120 games, 75 goals. |
| 8. Brent Stanton |
| 134 games, 83 goals. |
| 7. Joe Daniher |
| 104 games, 188 goals. |
| Essendon Best & Fairest: 2017 |
| All Australian: 2017 |
| Essendon Leading Goalkicker: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017. |
| AFL Mark of the Year: 2017 |
| Anzac Day Medal: 2017 |
| AFL 22under22 team: 2016 |
| AFL Rising Star Nominee: 2014 |
| 6. Brendon Goddard |
| 129 games, 56 goals. |
| Essendon Captain: 2016. |
| Essendon Best & Fairest: 2013. |
| 5. Michael Hurley |
| 169 games, 98 goals. |
| All Australian: 2015, 2017. |
| AFL 22under22 Team: 2012. |
| AFL Rising Star Nominee: 2010. |
| 4. David Zaharakis |
| 197 games, 118 goals. |
| Essendon Best & Fairest: 2011. |
| AFL 22under22 Team: 2012. |
| Anzac Day Medal: 2013. |
| 3. Dyson Heppell |
| 169 games, 59 goals. |
| Essendon Captain: 2017-2019. |
| Essendon Best & Fairest: 2014. |
| Ron Evans Medal: 2011. |
| All Australian: 2014. |
| AFLPA Best First Year Player: 2011. |
| AFLCA Young Player of the Year: 2012. |
| AFL 22under22 Team: 2012, 2013, 2014. |
| 2. Zach Merrett |
| 126 games, 44 goals. |
| Essendon Best & Fairest: 2016, 2019. |
| All Australian Team: 2017. |
| AFL 22under22 Team: 2016, 2017, 2018. |
| AFL Rising Star Nominee: 2014. |
| 1. Jobe Watson |
| 126 games, 79 goals. |
| Essendon Captain: 2010-2015. |
| Essendon Best & Fairest: 2010, 2012. |
| All Australian: 2012, 2013. |
| AFLPA Best Captain: 2012. |
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