Leeds Rhinos second-rower Alex Mellor has spoken of his shock at being severely concussed during a recent game but has applauded the new return-to-play protocols as he prepares to return.
The 27-year-old was hurt in a tackle with Mike McMeeken during the early stages of Leeds’ home defeat to Catalans Dragons on February 24.
His neck was put in a brace and he was taken to hospital to undergo scans amid fears he could have suffered a serious injury.
