Murray Davis has entered the frame as a new option amid growing speculation as Essendon searches for a new AFL senior coach.

The possibility of Davis joining the shortlist gained attention after he aligned with emerging names like a young Adelaide assistant who is highly regarded seen as an unexpected pick.

Essendon Football Club director Ted Richards encountered an unexpected on‑air interruption from James Hird that halted the interview during a media appearance in recent days tied to the coaching vacancy.

Local media and former players remain focused on keep naming Davis and other outsiders as viable options prior to any final decision.

The Bombers’ selection process remains unsettled as expectations rise with no clear frontrunner so far.