NSW Blues have quality in spades but that counts for nothing if there isn't a change in mindset

By Phil Gould
Updated May 25 2016 - 2:23pm, first published 1:56pm
Poised for greatness? NSW players prepare for their team photo in Coffs Harbour. Photo: Janie Barrett
Poised for greatness? NSW players prepare for their team photo in Coffs Harbour. Photo: Janie Barrett

There is no doubting that the 17 players announced this week to represent New South Wales in game one of the State of Origin series are all wonderful footballers in their own right. It now remains to be seen whether they can come together as a team to challenge the might of the Queensland Maroons. Following the embarrassment of the game three decider last season, when the Blues were humiliated 52-6, selectors have opted for five new players into this Origin squad. That's a nice injection of youth and exuberance.

Poised for greatness? NSW players prepare for their team photo in Coffs Harbour.