Nick Martin was the Bombers leading vote getter on Saturday night, polling three votes. The 21 year-old acquired 28 disposals, one goal and seven marks in what was an impressive display on the wing. 

Darcy Parish continued his strong form, with the ball magnet gathering another 35 disposals through the middle. This included nine contested possessions and 507 metres gained on the night.

Jye Caldwell was most influential when the game was on the line, kicking two goals from the pocket in the 4th term. The young midfielder also gathered 18 disposals and had eight score involvements, playing off the half-forward line.

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Essendon AFLCA votes - Round three

3. Nick Martin
2. Jye Caldwell
2. Darcy Parish

Essendon AFLCA votes overall leaderboard

15. Darcy Parish
11. Mason Redman
8. Archie Perkins
7. Kyle Langford
5. Zach Merrett 
6. Will Setterfield
2. Nick Martin
2. Jye Caldwell