Essendon’s coaching panel have guided the Bombers to the pre-season NAB Cup Grand Final, but the question still remains as to who will be picked to do battle against Collingwood on Friday night.

If you were coach, would you pick the best team available to take out the silverware? Would you rotate the players in preparation for the Round 1 clash against the Bulldogs? Would you give the new recruits a chance to perform under pressure conditions against the Pies?

Here is your chance to pick your NAB Cup Grand Final team, including an extended bench to account for the substitutes.

Click here to pick Essendon's NAB Cup Grand Final team and best 22.


The 2011 Essendon Football Club Footy Tipping Competition is now open for all Bomber fans to join. There is over $6000 worth of prizes to be won, with the overall prize pool including a Samsung LCD TV, a Home Theatre Package and a Blu-Ray DVD player.

Every week Bomber fans also have the chance to win a Samsung Digital Camera.

If you think you have what it takes to become ‘The Ultimate Bomber Tipster’ and pick the winners each week, register now and enjoy an exciting 2011 season for the mighty Red and Black!

Click here to register for Essendon's online Footy Tipping competition.


See James Hird inducted as the 21st Essendon Club Legend at the Hall of Fame Induction evening on March 15th. Click here to purchase your tickets.