The Hawks survived a second-half comeback from the Bombers to win by 16 points, relishing their sixth win in a row.

Hawthorn 14.18 (102)
Essendon 13.8 (86)

• Buddy Franklin was in blistering form. Which of his five goals are in contention for goal of the year?
• Is there a place in the team for a defensive forward, as displayed successfully by Beau Muston on Friday night?
• With a Hawks-less weekend coming up, what's on for the weekend?

Have your say with fellow Hawks fans.