Centre Harry Newman and stand-off Brodie Croft give Rhinos added firepower after missing the 26-0 defeat at Catalans Dragons two weeks ago because of injury. Leeds coach Rohan Smith also has a new option in the shape of winger Matty Russell who is beginning a two-month loan from Warrington Wolves.
While Croft is likely to start, Smith will have to choose between Matt Frawley and Jack Sinfield to partner him in the halves. Other big decisions will be made at centre and in the second-row. David Fusitu'a, Paul Momirovski, Tom Holroyd, James Bentley, Morgan Gannon, James Donaldson and Riley Lumb remain on the casualty list. Here’s how Rhinos could line up for the Betfred Super League round 12 clash.
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Here's how Leeds Rhinos could line up at St Helens in Betfred Super League round 12. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
2. Full-back: Lachie Miller
Seemed to cop a knock to a shoulder late in the defeat at Catalans, but Alfie Edgell's omission suggests he is fit and good to go. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
3. Wing: Matty Russell
Was signed last week on loan from Warrington Wolves and is set for his debut. Photo: Leeds Rhinos
4. Centre: Harry Newman
Available after three games out with a back injury; coach Rohan Smith likes to start returning players on the bench, but may make an exception in this case. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
5. Centre: Luis Roberts
If Harry Newman starts, it makes sense for Roberts to continue at centre, with Rhyse Martin moving to the pack. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
6. Wing: Ash Handley
One of Rhinos' most consistent players and tends to play particularly well against Saints. Photo: Bruce Rollinson