Sam Lisone is ruled out with a calf muscle injury so Smith will be forced into a reshuffle on the bench and, with Blake Austin still missing, he is also considering a switch in the halves.
Options include naming Luke Hooley, now recalled from his loan at Batley Bulldogs, in the full-back role and bringing Luis Roberts and Sam Walters, who didn’t play last week, back into the 17. Rookie forward Leon Ruan is also waiting for his big chance.
Much could depend on whether Ash Handley is available following the illness which kept him out of last Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup defeat by Wigan Warriors. Here’s how Rhinos might line up.
1. Full-back: Ash Handley
If he's recovered from the illness which kept him out last week, a start at full-back would allow Richie Myler to move into the halves. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
2. Wing: Derrell Olpherts
Experience might earn him the nod ahead of Liam Tindall, who has turned down a contract offer for next year. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
4. Centre: Rhyse Martin
May revert into the backs this week, if there's a change at stand-off. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
5. Wing: Nene MacDonald
Was at centre last week, but could move one place out. Photo: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com
6. Stand-off: Aiden Sezer
Whether at six or seven doesn't make a lot of practical difference, he will certainly be in the halves if fit and available. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com