Unlike many other professional sports leagues around the world, the AFL has the honour and tradition of selecting a player to officially lead their sides.
This honour comes with the responsibility to represent the club's values, lead by example, and handle most media-related spotlights.
Many great players have been elevated to this position, with some being able to thrive under the pressure while others falter under the expectations that come with it.
I will be assessing this list based on the player's current footy form and the leadership traits they exhibit on and off the field.
Players like Jai Newcombe, Callum Wilkie and Andrew McGrath will miss out with little sample size after only just starting their captaincies this season.
1Marcus Bontempelli
Tied with Gawn as the most tenured captain on the list, Bontempelli has been up there in the discussion for the best player in the competition since he was elevated to the position and even before. With a premiership under his belt, the Bont has all the experience, skill and public appeal you could want from a captain at a footy club.
