Four Bombers have received AFLCA votes for their performances in last Thursday’s thrilling six-point defeat of Greater Western Sydney at Marvel Stadium.

Zach Merrett led the way for Essendon with five votes for his strong effort gathering 28 disposals, seven clearances and seven inside 50s.

Adam Saad’s exciting performance claiming 20 disposals, five running bounces and five rebound 50s yielded four votes, while former Giant Dylan Shiel (22 disposals, 13 contested possessions and six inside 50s) claimed three votes against his old side.

Powerful Bomber Shaun McKernan (12 disposals, 19 hitouts, five contested marks, five inside 50s and two goals) rounded out the red and black votes, claiming two for his impressive game.

AFLCA VOTES – ESSENDON v GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY
10 Zach Williams (GWS)
5 Zach Merrett (ESS)
5 Jacob Hopper (GWS)
4 Adam Saad (ESS)
3 Dylan Shiel (ESS)
2 Shaun McKernan (ESS)
1 Josh Kelly (GWS)