Rhinos will be without winger Alfie Edgell after he suffered a foot injury in the defeat at Wakefield Trinity two weeks ago. New signing Chris Hankinson is vying with Leeds’ top try scorer Riley Lumb to take over.
Second-row Morgan Gannon is back in the initial 21-man squad following five matches on the sidelines with ankle damage and his expected return will strengthen a pack still missing long-term casualties Mikolaj Oledzki and Tom Holroyd. Loose-forward Cameron Smith (back) and hooker Andy Ackers (illness) are also in contention after missing the derby against Trinity. Here’s how Rhinos could line up in a game they must win to retain hopes of a top-three finish in Betfred Super League.
7. Stand-off: Brodie Croft
Barring injury, no chance of a change here. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
8. Scrum-half: Jake Connor
Failed a head injury assessment last time out, but is fully recovered and will continue his ever-present run. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
9. Prop: Cooper Jenkins
Likely to retain his spot at least until Mikolaj Oledzki recovers from his facial injury. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
10. Hooker: Jarrod O'Connor
Andy Ackers is pressing for a recall, but O'Connor has started the last 16 games. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
12. Second-row: James Bentley
Expected to retain his role in the starting side. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com