The Bombers added two more established players during the final week of the trade period.

Adam Saad and Jake Stringer join Devon Smith as new additions to the Essendon playing list.

Essendon Coach John Worsfold said Saad will add to the Bombers line breaking ability out of defence.

List and Recruiting Manager Adrian Dodoro spoke about how the recruitment of Saad aligns with the Club's strategy.

While the man himself spoke about what excites him about joining the Bombers.

Worsfold said Stringer is set to spend more time in the midfield where he will bolster the Dons group of inside ball winners.

Dodoro said 'the sky is the limit' for Stringer and there are 'excting times ahead' for the Club.

Here are the scouting reports for Saad and Stringer.

Stability was one of the key factors behind the Bombers trade period success, according to Dodoro, but the hard work is just beginning.

With the playing list now close to finalised, Matthew Lloyd had a go at selecting his 'best 22'.

Here is a look at some of the key players across the competition who remain out of contract and here is a look ahead to the 2018 free agency pool.

So the attention now turns to the National Draft where the Bombers hold picks 48, 67 and 85.

Here is a look at the Draft order and some of the players who might be in line for the Dons first pick.

The Bombers will hold its inaugural VFL Women's Combine on October 28 - more details can be found here.

The Club is committed to growing female participation in the game and conducted an elite Academy program for almost 70 young players.

The Bombers were also involved in Diwali celebrations and don't forget to submit your vote for the new name for Essendon's training base.