Two Essendon players have scored nine AFLCA MVP votes in the side’s stunning win over Brisbane.

Midfielder Jye Caldwell and forward Peter Wright both earned the second-highest vote tally on offer after producing stellar performances.

Given the job to nullify Lions superstar Lachie Neale, Caldwell not only did that in limiting the Brownlow medallist to 21 disposals but grabbing 26 of his own.

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Rd 17 | Caldwell's runner gives Dons much-needed reply

Jye Caldwell kicked this long-range ripper to extend his side's crucial lead late in the final term.

Caldwell also laid seven tackles, had 513 metres-gained and kicked a crucial goal in a complete display.

Peter Wright featured for the eighth time this season in the coaches votes with a powerful five-goal display.

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Rd 17 | Top goals

Check out the top goals from our round 17 thriller against the Brisbane Lions.

The 25-year-old had eight marks, four of which were game-high contested.

Jayden Laverde earned five votes for his exceptional performance on Lions key forward Joe Daniher.

After keeping his opponent to one goal, Laverde countered with 21 disposals, eight marks and nine intercepts.

Midfielder Zach Merrett (one vote) and forward Kyle Langford (one vote) also featured to round out an impressive round of coaches votes for the Dons.

Brisbane v Essendon AFLCA votes


9 Jye Caldwell (ESS)
9 Peter Wright (ESS)
5 Jayden Laverde (ESS)
3 Zach Merrett (ESS)
2 Brandon Starcevich (BL)
1 Kyle Langford (ESS)
1 Oscar McInerney (BL)