Why Rhinos are on track for their first top-four finish in eight years

Leeds Rhinos have had some impressive performances, individually and as a team, so far this season.

- by Peter Smith

At the halfway point in Betfred Super League, Rhinos have used 24 players in their 15 competitive matches, with seven of them being ever present. The team sits third in the table and two players are in the top six on the Man of Steel leaderboard.

There's still room for improvement, particularly on attack, but Rhinos are on track for their first top-four finish since 2017. Here's how each player has rated out of 10, based on their performances up to now.

Lachie Miller (squad No 1): 10 appearances, three tries, 14 goals. Has cut out the errors and looks like a quality rugby league player - 8.5.

Harry Newman (No 3): 15 appearances, six tries. A bit up and down, but ever present and has found his tryscoring form in the past couple of games - 6.5.

Ash Handley (No 4): 15 appearances, five tries. Has adjusted to a new role at centre, alongside a rookie winger and maintained his high level of performance - 8.

Ryan Hall (No 5): 12 appearances, nine tries. At 37, still one of the best wingers in Super League - 7.5.