'It's always been an honour to be captain' - Coyle
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Hull City captain Lewis Coyle says he feels in a good spot physically despite missing pre-season due to a hamstring injury.
Coyle has made four Championship appearances this season, his most recent in a 2-1 defeat by Watford on Saturday.
The 29-year-old defender says he was lucky his injury only kept him out for seven weeks and insists the Tigers are in a good place despite a so-so start that has yielded eight points from seven games.
"We've still got a few players to come back that have been a huge miss for us - I think when we have a fully fit and healthy squad, we do have a fantastic squad in the Championship," Coyle told BBC Radio Humberside.
"I'm glad to be back out there to help the boys as much as I can.
"It's nice to get the approval of the manager - for me, it's always been an honour to be captain. If different managers come in and have a different opinion, that would be something I'd have to respect.
"I've always had good lads around me that have helped me - and the lads who have come in, the standard of training has gone up massively."
Hull City next host Preston North End on Tuesday (19:45 BST).
