Former Fiji Bati player Jarryd Hayne has been named as the co-captain of the Parramatta Eels for the 2013 NRL season.

Hayne said it is a huge honor and there is a lot of extra responsibility which will be challenging.

He said he is excited to step up to his role as a leader for the year.

Tim Mannah was named the Eels captain. 

Story by: Filipe Naikaso