Adelaide v Essendon Preview, Adelaide Oval

In the game of the season so far, Adelaide pulled off a classic three-point win against Carlton at Marvel Stadium. Will that performance ignite the Crows’ campaign after they started 0-4? Star veteran Taylor Walker was back to his 2023 All-Australian best against the Blues following a slow start, lifting Adelaide’s attacking output dramatically. After losing their first two games at the Adelaide Oval this season, the Crows will be desperate to give their home fans something to be excited about. Meanwhile, Essendon will return to the scene of the crime after they were crushed by Port Adelaide during Gather Round. The Bombers’ record in the South Australian capital is abysmal, but they will be buoyed after an impressive win against the Bulldogs.

TIP: Adelaide by 31 points, Taylor Walker to kick three or more goals