James Hird has given a fresh update on Essendon that left the football world saddened. The information revealed brought a wave of sadness across the AFL community.
The former Bombers coach went public with a personal reveal. That reveal drew compassion from AFL fans.
The update follows a leak scandal. Columnist Caroline Wilson criticised Hird and Eddie McGuire over what she called an alleged conspiracy.
Hird also spoke about a meeting that could bring an end to the club's coaching saga. The meeting was discussed with few specifics disclosed.
Together, the personal reveal and the meeting talk are generating plenty of conversation.