James Hird has offered a new update on Essendon that left the football world saddened. The information revealed brought a wave of sadness across the AFL community.

The former Bombers coach went public with a personal reveal. The disclosure prompted sympathy from AFL fans.

The update arrives in the wake of a leaking episode. Columnist Caroline Wilson went after Hird and Eddie McGuire over what she called an alleged conspiracy.

Hird also spoke about a meeting that may close the chapter on the coaching drama. The meeting was discussed with few specifics disclosed.

The revelation and the meeting reports have been widely discussed.