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.
8Callum Mills
After starting in the leadership in 2022, Mills was given sole responsibility of the club from 2024 onwards, where he led the club to a Grand Final appearance. It's tough to manage all the egos and personalities that come with a talent-filled side like the Swans, but Mills finds a way with the help of his prolific play in the midfield and down back.
