The scrum-half took a knock to the ribs against Huddersfield Giants and will not be risked ahead of next week’s visit to Wigan Warriors and the Betfred Super League play-offs. Leeds, though, have props Tom Holroyd and Keenan Palasia back in contention after injury, along with centre Max Simpson. Here’s how they could line up.
13. Second-row: Morgan Gannon
A try scorer last week, versatile - he had a spell in the halves against Giants - and in good form. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
14. Loose-forward: Kallum Watkins
Played in the last 18 so may be due a rest - and forward returning would allow that - but is going so well he'd be tough to leave out. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
15. Sub: Sam Lisone
Still ever-present this year, every appearance being off the bench. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
16. Sub: Andy Ackers
Did nothing wrong in his rare start last week, but might step back on Thursday. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
17. Sub: James Bentley
Has been consistent off the bench this term. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
18. Sub: Tom Holroyd
Set to return after an eight-game layoff with a wrist injury, allowing Cooper Jenkins to rest an ankle niggle. Photo: Steve Riding