A Leeds Rhinos player has been pipped to one of rugby league’s most prestigious awards. Sign up for all of the latest Leeds Rhinos news, features and exclusive interviews. Advertisement Hide AdAdvertisement Hide AdLeeds Rhinos' Jake Connor was runner-up in voting for the Rugby League Writers and Broadcasters Association player of the year. Connor - who was last week named Rhinos’ player of the year - is expected to be on the Man of Steel shortlist when it is announced tomorrow (Wednesday). She is up against the Wigan Warriors’ pairing of Jenna Foubister and Izzy Rowe, who have both also been nominated for the 2025 Woman of Steel prize.