Adam McPhee’s star continues to shine with Essendon fans giving him the big tick of approval for his second year at the club. While he didn’t play as many games in 2004, his effect was greater and this was reflected with his improved rating of 8.53 this year. Supporters also see him as a future leader of the club.

2004

Games – 21
Goals – 15
Kicks – 237
Marks – 125
Handballs – 125

2004 Fan’s ranking: 8.53 / 10

2003

Games – 24
Goals – 10
Kicks – 178
Marks – 98
Handballs – 140

2003 Fan’s ranking: 7.58 / 10

""What an amazing season for Adam! He won the best and fairest in only his 2nd season with the bombers. Missed out on the finals this year due to injury, but could well be a key player to the Bombers once again in 2005."" Anna Harrington

""Just an amazing season and we couldn’t of asked any more of him. It was a shame he missed out on the finals, as we probably would of advanced further with this star in the making playing. I hope next year is even better as the Bombers look for top four!"" Thomas Ierardo

""A revelation! The talk of the town with his 'never take a backward step' style combined with controlled aggression, high marking and the run that we so much need. Hope he can repeat the effort next year."" Angela Standen

""Adam was really our only shining light in the second half of the season, I look forward to watching him dominate games in 2005, hopefully from the half back flank where I think he plays best."" Stephen Clarke

""OUTSTANDING! EXCELLENT! FANTASTIC! That is exactly what McPhee was in 2004! He was brilliant! He put in his biggest effort wherever he played and did well all over the ground! Considering he struggled to get a lot of games at Fremantle, it is an outstanding effort."" Ricke Dovey

Good and getting better. The best pick up we have had for a long time. Just can't understand why he didn't get a better go at the Dockers, but their lose is our joy."" Max Rodwell

""Without doubt the best thing to come out of 2004, with his explosive run and excellent marking. All-Australian selection just re-enforced his outstanding year. Look’s a future leader and a genuine superstar of the competition. Certainly missed him in the finals and Bomber fans certainly expect him to continue to develop into the next big thing."" James Lee-Tet

""Awesome year by ‘smoky’ who just continues to improve. Stepped up and showed great leadership and I think an ideal replacement for Hird when he eventually relinquishes the captaincy."" John Connell