Who knows what is going on maybe next week it will be Ryan Hall

The summary box in Google takes a feed from Wikipedia, where Watkins has been listed as captain for a couple of weeks. It has no official status whatsoever.

News Flash, latest from wikipedia.

obvious choice when you think about it



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The Loiners
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Surprised they haven't announced it by now. Still think it's Watkins and even promo pictures for the WCC are of Cam Smith (the Aussie one) and Watkins. Can't be too far off knowing as the usual new season starting media will begin soon with the usual picture of all captains with the SL trophy.

Is either player up for a contract renewal? Could explain the delay in announcement if they are waiting for the player they want to sign a contract extension

Think they both have long term deals but they've only just started pre-season training. There is no hurry to name a captain im sure.

I guess that it's possible the decision has been made and announced internally, but is being kept under wraps for now.

Could well be announced media day.

Watkins confirmed on official FB live stream. Good call imo.

I don't see it. Not who I would have picked. Not even in my top 5, however what the fook do I know? I'm 100% behind him! All the best to him and the team.

12 months ago I wouldn't have had him in the mix (my preference would still be Ward) but he does look to have matured as a player and leader in the last year. The way he took to the pressure and responsibility of goal kicking was very impressive and unexpected. Also think him always being on the pitch gave him an advantage much like McGuire took over the captaincy when Sinfield was injured when it previously was Peacock.

Important thing is that we have a group of leaders in the team which is looks like we do. As great as Sinfield was as captain he was the first to praise others as leaders too in the group.

Suggests possibly that Watkins and Leeds see his long term future at the club and won't be heading to the NRL or RU.

Happy with Watkins. He did a good job in the game v St. Helens last season and shown what it meant to him at the end of the game after walking round the whole of the pitch applauding the fans. I think it’s a great choice, in his testimonial year too.