Prop Mikolaj Oledzki is back in coach Brad Arthur’s initial squad for the visit of Hull FC, after missing four games with a rib injury. If he gets the all-clear, the number eight is likely to feature in the 17 and, following a poor team performance at London Broncos, Arthur could be considering other changes.
Apart from Oledzki, the players vying for a call-up to the matchday side have limited first team appearances under their belt and the coach will have to decide between sticking with experience and giving youth a chance in a game Leeds must win to keep their play-off hopes alive. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
7. Stand-off: Brodie Croft
Last week's match winner, only injury or illness would keep him out. Photo: John Clifton/SWpix.com
8. Scrum-half: Matt Frawley
Jack Sinfield is itching for a chance, but Frawley has gone well under Brad Arthur's coaching and it'll be a shock if he isn't picked. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
9. Prop: Mikolaj Oledzki
Back in the squad after four weeks on the sidelines with a rib injury, Oledzki could return straight to the starting lineup. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
10. Hooker: Andy Ackers
Has started every game since Brad Arthur took over as coach. Photo: John Clifton/SWpix.com
11. Prop: Justin Sangare
The French international played the opening 16 minutes last week and only returned because the game went into extra-time, but his extra experience might keep him in the 17 ahead of a couple of youngsters. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
12. Second-row: James McDonnell
Another player who is ever-present in the starting side under Brad Arthur's coaching. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com