In AFL Round 11, Essendon defeated Richmond by 12 points, moving to second place.

In AFL Round 11, Essendon narrowly defeated Richmond by 12 points in the Dreamtime at the 'G clash, moving to second place on the ladder. Essendon's Zach Merrett shone, while Richmond's Dustin Martin and Jake Stringer impressed despite injuries affecting the Tigers. The Suns' Lloyd Johnston also made headlines with a backflip celebration after scoring a goal.