Despite losing three of their four pre-season games, Leeds Rhinos have moved up a place on the predicted table, according to the competition sponsors’ odds.
Here’s how Betfred expect the 2023 ladder to look after 27 rounds, with each side’s odds to lift the league leaders’ shield.
7. Castleford Tigers
Gareth Widdop, pictured, is a big-name recruit for Tigers, but the bookies expect them to finish seventh for a third successive year. Odds to finish top: 12/1. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
8. Hull FC
Tony Smith's appointment as coach has raised spirits in west Hull, but the competition sponsors aren't expecting him to lead FC into the play-offs. Odds to finish top: 16/1. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
9. Salford Red Devils
Salford, with reigning Man of Steel Brodie Croft, pictured, in their ranks, are used to upsetting the odds and will have to do so again to avoid slipping three places. Odds to finish top: 35/1. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
10. Hull KR
New boss Willie Peters has his hands full, according to the bookies who expect Hull KR to drop a couple of places to 10th. Odds to finish top: 40/1. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
11. Leigh Leopards
Leigh's three previous stints in Super League have all ended in immediate relegation, but - with players like ex-Rhinos ace Zak Hardaker in their ranks - they are tipped to stay up this time, just. Odds to finish top: 50/1. Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
12. Wakefield Trinity
Star signing Kevin Proctor won't save Trinity from the drop, according to the bookies. Odds to finish top: 100/1. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com