Top 10 Bombers of the Decade (2010-19)

Which 10 Bombers soared highest in the 2010’s?

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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