New Essendon coach Matthew Knights declares that the Bombers will play fast, attacking football under his guidance.

"Our list lends itself to playing exciting football. You are not going to bring in a dour game plan with this group," Knights said.

"You have good firepower up front and we have some decent inside players, and then we have drafted young, quick kids recently. They are going to want to play fast and attacking footy and I am keen on that."