AAP
11:18am Fri 10th January, 2014
Sam Thaiday has stood down as Brisbane Broncos captain for 2014.
The Kangaroos forward had led the club for the past two seasons since the retirement of Darren Lockyer.
The Broncos struggled into the finals in eighth spot in 2012 before missing out last year when they slumped to 12th place, the worst finish in their 25-year history.
"The coach thought it best for myself and my team if I don't have added responsibility of captain," Thaiday said.
Corey Parker is expected to be named as Thaiday's replacement.