Possible to connect hub or bridge out from Airport Express?

Sorry if this is redundant; I've looked for a post like this but not specifically found it.
I'm running a network that is comprised: DSL Modem -> Cisco Wired VPN Firewall/Router -> Airport Extreme (via Ethernet) -> Two Airport Express (One in Living Room, One in Bedroom), via wireless and set to extend the network (connecting the AX to the AE via wire is not possible). The entire network works just fine; both AX work fine, connect fine, good signal, etc. My dilemma is that as it sits, the AX ethernet out can be connected to either +(choose one)+the television OR the DirecTV receiver OR the AV receiver.
+*Obviously, I'd like to connect to all three.*+ I'm considering two options, and wondering about their viability.
1. Connect a hub or bridge to the ethernet out of the AX, and connect the TV, DirecTV and AV Receiver to the hub/bridge.
2. Replace the AX in the bedroom with an AE, which would be set to extend the network and use the ethernet ports on it.
I would appreciate comments on this; if both will work, is one approach necessarily better than the other? Also, if appropriate, any tips on settings as well. *Thanks in advance!*

I added a Cisco switch ( I trust their stuff for reliability...even though it's just s awitch, I'd rather pay the $12 more to buy Cisco vs. Fry's house brand), and it is working like a charm. Netflix is streaming to our Flat Screen, internet radio is streaming to our AV Receiver, we're able to stream our iTunes from several computers in the house to our AV Receiver, and we are receiving on demand DirecTV. Thanks for the help!

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