Rhinos have confirmed seven recruits, but several of those look like long-term projects and coach Brad Arthur will have big decisions to make at wing, centre, stand-off, prop and back-row, as well the bench. Of the new faces, Nick Cotric, Morgan Gannon - who has returned to his first professional club after a season in the southern hemisphere NRL - and experienced Aussie Dylan Walker look likely to be in the first-choice 13.
Pre-season will go a long way to determining who features when the new season kicks off - expected to be in late-January - but here’s how we think Rhinos could line up for Super League round one, plus candidates for the 21-man squad.
19. Also in the 21: Wiremu Greig
The Aussie signing has played in the NRL and will hope to force his way into the side. Photo: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images
20. Also in the 21: Danny Levi
Was missed after suffering a serious neck injury in July. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com
21. Also in the 21: Riley Lumb
Scored five tries in six matches this year and will be pushing for more game time. Photo: Steve Riding
22. Also in the 21: Zak Lloyd
The teenage second-rower impressed in four substitute appearances during 2026. Photo: Matthew Merrick/SWpix.com