Stand-off Brodie Croft has dropped out of the squad after suffering a hamstring injury during last Saturday’s 58-6 demolition of Hull KR in Las Vegas. Forward Ben Littlewood, a substitute at Allegiant Stadium, is on loan at Hunslet RLFC this week.
Prop Mikolaj Oledzki is back in the initial 21 after a rib injury and coach Brad Arthur will have to decide whether he’s ready to play or needs extra time to recover. New signing Jack Bird and outside-back Ned McCormack have also been drafted in and George Brown and Jeremiah Mata’utia retain their place after not featuring in the game in Nevada. Here’s how Rhinos could line up.
7. Stand-off: George Brown
With Brodie Croft unavailable, the 19-year-old will step in for his second Super League appearance and AMT Headingley debut. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
8. Scrum-half: Jake Connor
In good form and will need to play well alongside a rookie partner. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
9. Prop: Cooper Jenkins
Two tries last week and has started the season strongly. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
10. Hooker: Danny Levi
Set for the third successive start and has done a good job so far. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
11. Prop: Keenan Palasia
Had a big game in Las Vegas when he started for the first time this year. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
12. Second-row: Kallum Watkins
Rhinos have other second-row options, so he could get a rest, but the veteran is so valuable to the team. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com