State of Origin teams: Every NSW Blues and Queensland Maroons player ranked 1-34
NSW may head in to State of Origin I as favourites, but the Maroons have one key advantage over the Blues in our rankings. Check out PAUL CRAWLEY’s ranks and have your say.
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State of Origin is a showcase of the NRL’s greatest talent.
But who is the best of the best?
Here Paul Crawley ranks every NSW and Queensland player from 34 to 1 based on their potential to dominate rugby league’s biggest stage.
Check out Paul’s rankings then have your say:
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