The Salty Bulldog

The Western Bulldogs simply need to keep winning if they harbour hopes of making this year's finals series, and against Essendon, they did what they had to do, recording a big win thanks largely to their two key forwards. Matt and Nick sit down to unpack the win and discuss the performances of the names on the lips of most Bulldogs supporters in recent weeks.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

In honour of 25 years since the Western Bulldogs called Marvel Stadium its new home, Matt and Nick reflected on some of the best moments at the venue, including compiling their own top five lists.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Friday's Round 20 win against Essendon.

Find out who Matt and Nick had as their Weekend Heroes from Friday's Round 20 win against Essendon.

The situation is becoming increasingly precarious for the Bulldogs, who now sit two games behind seventh on the ladder, and one game behind the eighth-placed Suns, who still have a game in mind, with just five matches left. By the coach's own admission, the Bulldogs likely need to run the table just to qualify for September, and Matt and Nick are left to figure out how the Bulldogs can turn things around to become a credible finals threat - if they can qualify.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Friday's Round 19 defeat to Brisbane.

Find out who Matt and Nick had as their Weekend Heroes from last Friday's Round 19 defeat to Brisbane.

After starting the weekend within reach of the Top Four, the Western Bulldogs finish the round outside the eight. Matt and Nick reconvene to unpack another failed test against a top eight side, and assess how it can be remedied in the short and medium-term.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Saturday's Round 18 defeat to Adelaide.

Find out who Matt and Nick had as their Weekend Heroes from Saturday's Round 18 defeat against Adelaide.

After a strong win against a competitive North Melbourne, the Western Bulldogs now sit just outside the top 4, with a big match against Adelaide this weekend. Matt and Nick sit down to assess the big talking points out of the game, and what needs to be ironed out on-field as the race to September heats up.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Thursday's Round 17 win against North Melbourne.

Find out who Matt and Nick had as their Weekend Heroes from Thursday's Round 17 win against North Melbourne.

In a huge Friday night encounter on the road, the Bulldogs secure a big win in Marcus Bontempelli's 250th game. Matt and Nick dissect all the big talking points from a crucial interstate win, as another big milestone looms this week.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Friday's Round 16 win against Sydney.

Find out who Matt and Nick had as their Weekend Heroes from Friday's Round 16 win against Sydney.

The Western Bulldogs clawed their way back into the top eight with a big win over the Tigers, as a chasm has now developed between the best and the rest. Matt and Nick return to the studios to unpack the performance.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Sunday's Round 15 win against Richmond.

Find out who Matt and Nick had as their Weekend Heroes from Sunday's Round 15 win against Richmond.

The Western Bulldogs responded to a difficult defeat with a professional performance against St Kilda on Thursday night. Matt and Nick return to the studio to unpack a good performance, and discuss the latest Bulldogs news after a busy week off-field.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Thursday's Round 14 win against St Kilda.

Find out who Matt and Nick had as their Weekend Heroes from Thursday's Round 14 win against St Kilda.

Matt and Nick reconvene in The Salty Bulldog studios to unpack a defeat to Hawthorn that not only feels like an age ago, but has left serious doubts over what the Bulldogs can achieve in 2025. The duo are left to assess what is real and what is an overreaction, ahead of a must-win match against the Saints in only days' time.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Thursday's Round 13 loss against Hawthorn.

Find out who Matt and Nick had as their Weekend Heroes from Thursday's Round 13 loss against Hawthorn.

Despite no Bulldogs football taking place over the weekend, there is still much to discuss as Matt and Nick return to the studios, including a Mid-Season Review, a recap of the Mid-Season Draft, the Fan Q&A, and a preview of a big game against the Hawks on Thursday.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Ahead of a crunch match against Hawthorn, Nick takes the reigns to conduct a comprehensive preview of Thursday night's big game.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick sit down to unpack the Western Bulldogs 2025 season so far, including what has gone well, what needs improving, and reflecting on some of the best moments in the campaign.

With no football this week, Matt and Nick nominate their Mid-Season Heroes who have performed strongly throughout 2025 so far.

The Western Bulldogs head into the bye after a narrow loss down the highway against Geelong, in a match marred with missed opportunity and controversy. Matt and Nick sit down to unpack it all, as the Bulldogs take stock ahead of a crucial run to September.

Matt and Nick answer some of the questions put through this week's Fan Q&A.

Matt and Nick wrap up all the latest news surrounding the Western Bulldogs.

Matt and Nick pick apart last Thursday's Round 11 loss to Geelong.