A likely ruck prospect, Bryan made his AFL debut in round seven against Carlton last season and showed why he’s rated highly internally after recording 12 disposals and taking three marks. That would prove to be his only game of the season, but Bryan starred in the VFL to claim the R.A Freeman Medal as the Bombers' VFL best and fairest. He also signed a two-year contract extension as he looks to combine with first-choice ruckman Sam Draper in future seasons.
Club awards: 2021 R.A Freeman Medal (Essendon VFL best and fairest)
A likely ruck prospect, Bryan made his AFL debut in round seven against Carlton last season and showed why he’s rated highly internally after recording 12 disposals and taking three marks. That would prove to be his only game of the season, but Bryan starred in the VFL to claim the R.A Freeman Medal as the Bombers' VFL best and fairest. He also signed a two-year contract extension as he looks to combine with first-choice ruckman Sam Draper in future seasons.
Club awards: 2021 R.A Freeman Medal (Essendon VFL best and fairest)
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