Forwards James McDonnell, James Bentley, Tom Holroyd and Kallum Watkins – who were all in the final year of their deal – have agreed new terms to remain at Rhinos next season. Veteran winger Ryan Hall is also staying on for at least one more campaign, but second-rower Morgan Gannon rejected an upgraded contract and will join New Zealand Warriors in 2026 and prop Sam Lisone is heading for Hull FC. That leaves two players – both on the overseas quota – whose future is yet to be officially decided. However, around half the existing full-time squad will enter the final year of their contract next season, so sporting director Ian Blease is facing a busy few months before the anti-tampering deadline passes in December. Here’s how long every first team squad member has left on his current terms.
13. James McDonnell (no 12)
The former Wigan Warriors man signed a one-year extension - to the end of 2026 - on April 16 this year. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
14. Cameron Smith (no 13)
Rhinos' co-captain is in his 10th season in the first team squad. His latest contract, signed in November, 2022, runs until the end of 2026. Photo: Tony Johnson
15. Jarrod O'Connor (no 14)
The hooker/loose-forward is committed to Rhinos until the end of 2026. He signed his latest deal in June, 2023. Photo: Tony Johnson
16. Sam Lisone (no 15)
The former Gold Coast Titans forward will join Hull FC when his Leeds contract expires this autumn. Photo: Tony Johnson
17. Morgan Gannon (no 16)
The 21-year-old second-rower is out of contract this autumn. He turned down the offer of a new deal and will join New Zealand Warriors next season. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
18. Cooper Jenkins (no 17)
The Australian forward was signed from Queensland Cup champions Norths Devils last autumn on a two-year contract, until the end of 2026. Photo: Tony Johnson