
Don the Stat is a weekly podcast covering the Essendon Football Club. Former Essendon Football Club analyst Jonathan Walsh is joined by fellow Essendon fan Ian Hume to break down the previous weeks game and preview the tactics of the next match. We focus on a more analytical approach that considers the statistics and match day tactics that will impact each game.Visit donthestat.com for the officia... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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The end of a long and difficult 2026 season has arrived but even the final game comes with a complicated question: do we desperately want one last win, or accept the benefits that could come with Pick 1? 😬
We review Essendon’s 36-point loss to Sydn... more
After a competitive opening at Kardinia Park, one disastrous stretch allowed Geelong to break the game open and condemn Essendon to a 67-point defeat.
We review the loss to the Cats, examine the dramatic difference between Essendon’s best and worst ... more
The kids showed glimpses. Peter Wright kicked six. But a 72-point defeat proved there’s still a mountain of work ahead. 🔴⚫
In this episode, we unpack Essendon’s loss to Adelaide after fielding the youngest team seen in the AFL this season. We look ... more
Essendon’s search for its next senior coach is reaching the pointy end, with Mark McVeigh, Murray Davis, Jaymie Graham and James Hird emerging as the leading candidates.
We examine the coaching journeys, strengths and potential concerns attached to ... more
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Engaging preview of a vital match both teams. Some really good analysis of the lines, and match-ups. Great work Ian and Jono as always.
been a listener since last year & look forward to the new ep every week! my new favourite dons pod! really impressive the amount of work that must go into it. well done lads.
I look forward to listening to Don the Stat every week. The guys provide a different angle & perspective on the previous & upcoming games using various stats & analysis. I must listen for all football fans, especially those who don the sash.
A great podcast from great blokes who are great fans of the Essendon Bombers. In-depth, statistically informed analysis of the team and playing style that isn’t boring, staid or too complex. I really can’t recommend this podcast enough!
One of, if not my favourite Essendon podcast. The guys just give a different outlook on the game and why things may and may not be happening. Tuning in weekly has really developed my knowledge of the game and given me a greater understanding, not just from an emotional fan perspective but a tactical one. Keep up the great work!
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Two hosts who are long-time Essendon fans provide data-driven analysis of the team's performance, focusing on game breakdowns, list-building, coaching transitions, and long-term rebuild plans. Episodes frequently cover tactical trends, matchups, and behind-the-scenes club decisions, weaving in draft talk, development paths for young players, and the coaching-search narrative. The show stands out for its clear emphasis on statistics, practical game-planning insights, and a steady, analytical tone that aims to inform both hardcore supporters and casual listeners interested in how modern AFL teams are constructed and coached.
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