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The beating heart of Essendon at full flight. Started really humming after round eight and relished free reign in the middle of the ground, grabbing 30 disposals for the first time in his career against Carlton off the back of a monstrous opening half and producing some truly ruthless footy. Came agonisingly close to a maiden best-and-fairest but was forced out of the final two games with a groin injury, seeing him miss out by just 11 votes. Emerging as a genuine star within the group and slowly building up his leadership credentials – recently re-signed until 2032.

Sam Durham

The beating heart of Essendon at full flight. Started really humming after round eight and relished free reign in the middle of the ground, grabbing 30 disposals for the first time in his career against Carlton off the back of a monstrous opening half and producing some truly ruthless footy. Came agonisingly close to a maiden best-and-fairest but was forced out of the final two games with a groin injury, seeing him miss out by just 11 votes. Emerging as a genuine star within the group and slowly building up his leadership credentials – recently re-signed until 2032.

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Team and player honours

Crichton Medal Third Place
Years award won:
2024, 2025
Most Improved Player
Years award won:
2024

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Latest Player Videos

  • 03:56
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    Year in Review | Durham Interviews Robey

    Sam Durham sits down with Sully Robey to reflect on the 2026 season. The pair chat through Sully’s first year at AFL level, the lessons learned along the way, his growth throughout the season and what he’s looking to build on heading into 2027.

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  • 00:27
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    Rd 19 | Flying Durham soars high with stunning grab

    Sam Durham pulls down this towering grab late in the opening term to give Essendon some spark.

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  • 00:41
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    Rd 16 | Roaring Durham gets hands dirty with fine finish

    Sam Durham snaps Essendon's first major with this contested curling effort.

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  • 01:33
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    Rd 16 | Durham Interview

    Hear from Sam Durham ahead of Essendon's round 16 clash against North Melbourne.

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  • 00:47

    Dreamtime | Huge DOUBLE Bomber blow in early injury chaos

    Sam Durham cops an accidental knee and is ruled out of the match with concussion before Matt Guelfi joins him with a hamstring injury.

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  • 03:20
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    Rd 9 | Durham Interview

    Hear from Sam Durham after reaching his 100-game milestone in Essendon’s round 9 defeat to the Giants.

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  • 01:21
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    Highlights | Durham reaches 100

    Watch some of Sam Durham's best moments throughout his career ahead of his 100th game against GWS.

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  • 02:04
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    Rd 6 | Durham highlights

    Take a look at some of Sam Durham's best plays from Essendon's round 6 clash against the Suns.

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  • 06:55
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    Durham's career highlights

    A retrospective on the standout career moments of Essendon’s Sam Durham after securing his contract extension through 2032.

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  • 04:06
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    Durham signs on

    Hear from Sam Durham following his re-signing 'till 2032.

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Latest Player News

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    Sam Durham: Liberty Player of the Year

    Dons midfielder takes out annual accolade.

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  2. Interview
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    Player's Summary: Durham on 100-game milestone, young midfield core

    Sam Durham reflects on a tough loss with optimism towards the side's youth, ability to 'bring the energy'.

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    Bull Durham: Seymour Sam's journey to 100

    Looking back at a beloved Bomber's road to ticking off milestone game.

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    ‘I’ll never take it for granted’: Durham’s rise from mid-season bolter to a resounding long-term Dons deal

    How a Seymour tough nut became a fan favourite for present and future.

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