I don't really care if you think it is a red flag generally speaking. There are obvious extenuating circumstances for Essendon in 2017.
I don't see how anyone could look at our list/best 22 and think the age profile is worrying. I think it is a really poor assessment from someone who just looks at stats without a greater understanding.
Older best 22 players are Watson(been poor + retiring) Kelly(good roleplayer. Retiring) Goddard (good roleplyer) Baguley(inconsistent back pocket) Hooker(important but could have a few years left).
Our list of young to mid aged players looks above average and I am pretty confident in our future.
I don't see how anyone could look at our list/best 22 and think the age profile is worrying. I think it is a really poor assessment from someone who just looks at stats without a greater understanding.
Older best 22 players are Watson(been poor + retiring) Kelly(good roleplayer. Retiring) Goddard (good roleplyer) Baguley(inconsistent back pocket) Hooker(important but could have a few years left).
Our list of young to mid aged players looks above average and I am pretty confident in our future.
As I said earlier, not all doom and gloom and I believe Essendon could be contending for a top four spot in three years if the cards fall their way. Shorter term, not so good.

