Essendon name side for Saints clash.

Essendon have made three inclusions to its lineup ahead of Friday night’s matchup with the Saints.

Making his return to the side after a lengthy recovery from a quad injury is forward Kyle Langford. 

Rhys Unwin, the Dons’ 15th debutant of the season will be making his first appearance in the forward line. 

Winger Saad El-Hawli will also make his return to the side this Friday.

Out due to injury is skipper Zach Merrett who is recovering from a successful hand surgery, while Archie May will miss with an ankle injury.

Dylan Shiel is out due to a one-match suspension after his tribunal hearing earlier this week.