Essendon ruckman Sam Draper's podcast comments on Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge grilled
Essendon ruckman Sam Draper has landed in hot water after his comments surrounding Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge.
Draper spoke on the 200+ podcast, hinting that if Beveridge was to stay on as Bulldogs' coach beyond next season, some of his players would seek to be traded out of Whitten Oval.
The comments have since been deleted, but Draper has still been reprimanded.
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"I've got a big call about the Doggies," Draper said on the 200+ podcast.
"If Bevo's (Beveridge) still there, there'll be some players requesting trades."
Draper's comments have landed him in hot water. AFL Photos via Getty Images
He suspected that Bailey Dale and Jack Macrae, as well as Caleb Daniel, could be out the door when he was asked on the podcast.
Daniel has been out of favour in 2024 with Beveridge, either starting or finishing as the substitute in four out of four matches, before he was axed ahead of round five.
He has not been picked since.
Essendon only became aware of Draper's comments late on Tuesday night, moving quickly to condemn his words.
Caleb Daniel hasn't played since round four. Getty
The club also reminded him what the Bombers stand for and how important humility is to the club values.
The Bulldogs were also angered by Draper's comments, with Essendon officials working to apologise.
Essendon sits 4-2-1 after seven rounds, while the Dogs are struggling early, with just three wins under their belt.
