The four Bombers Zaharakis feels could eventually replace Heppell as captain

Former Essendon best and fairest winner David Zaharakis isn’t sure whether Dyson Heppell will continue as the club’s captain in 2023. Having held the role since 2017, calls have arisen for Heppell to step aside as he enters his 13th season, particularly as the club has viable options to take over. While unsure whether Heppell will choose to stand down, Zaharakis named four ex-teammates of his that he feels have the capacity to step up and lead the group. “I’m not sure, to be honest,” Zaharakis told...

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1 year ago, SEN, Essendon Bombers

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