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

The former Bombers coach went public with a personal reveal. That reveal sparked empathy from AFL fans.

The update arrives in the wake of a leaking episode. Columnist Caroline Wilson was harsh on Hird and Eddie McGuire over what she called a conspiracy.

Hird was said to have talked about a meeting that might resolve the coaching saga at the club. The meeting was mentioned with few specifics disclosed.

The revelation and the meeting reports have been widely discussed.