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Injuries curtailed McKay in 2025 after a solid first season with the Club. Locked in long-term for the Dons, his ability to read the footy in flight and intercept makes him a crucial member of the back six for this year and beyond.

Ben McKay

Injuries curtailed McKay in 2025 after a solid first season with the Club. Locked in long-term for the Dons, his ability to read the footy in flight and intercept makes him a crucial member of the back six for this year and beyond.

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Latest Player Videos

  • 01:09

    Highlights | McKay reaches 100

    Watch some of Ben McKay's best moments throughout his career ahead of his 100th game this ANZAC day.

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  • 02:48

    Rd 5 | McKay post-game

    Hear from Ben McKay following Essendon's Gather Round win over Melbourne.

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  • 07:33

    McKay media conference | Pre-season

    Catch Ben McKay as he speaks to the media at Essendon's annual family day at the NEC Hangar.

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  • 08:49

    Rd 13 | McKay brothers media conference

    Hear from Ben McKay and his twin brother Harry McKay ahead of Essendon and Carlton's Kings Birthday Eve clash.

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  • 03:00

    Rd 9 | McKay post-game

    We chat with key defender Ben McKay after Essendon's round nine win over the Giants.

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  • 05:17

    Rd 4 | McKay Media Conference

    Key defender Ben McKay chats to the media at Coles in Findon following Essendon's Gather Round loss to the Power.

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  • 03:33

    McKay arrives at the NEC Hangar

    Hear from key back Ben Mckay on his first day at the NEC Hangar.

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Latest Player News

  1. Injury news: Ridley to miss first practice match, Caldwell and McKay progressing

    Read Essendon’s latest injury update for January.

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  2. McKay twins' banter in full swing ahead of first clash

    Twins Harry and Ben McKay are set to meet in the AFL for the first time on Sunday.

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  3. McKay seamlessly slotting into Dons defence

    Bombers recruit flourishes in club debut.

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  4. Big decision: Bomber McKay on his new club, old coach, facing Harry

    The biggest free agent of 2023 tells Cal Twomey how he chose his new footballing home.

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