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CANTERBURY BULLDOGS

Probables: Only injury or a major form slump will keep David Klemmer and Josh Jackson out of the NSW pack, and Brett Morris has to be a front-line contender to snare a wing berth.

Possibles: Josh Morris has slipped down the Blues’ centre pecking order but is a proven Origin performer, while Josh Reynolds, Will Hopoate and Aiden Tolman will press for a NSW spot and Queensland selectors have Moses Mbye up their sleeve.

Games without Origin players: Sharks (A); Knights (H).

Games following Origin fixtures: Panthers (H – 4 days); Warriors (A – 2 days).

Depth chart: The Bulldogs have several quality back-ups in the forwards department, but could be caught short out wide if the Morris brothers are picked.

Origin drain rating: 5/10



CRONULLA SHARKS

Probables: James Maloney is a NSW certainty after a strong series last year and a Four Nations call-up, while Andrew Fifita should retain his place despite his Kangaroos snubbing. Jack Bird and Wade Graham have to be fancied to keep their Blues spots, and Valentine Holmes should grab a Queensland debut after starring on the wing for Australia.

Possibles: Backrower Jayson Bukuya is a Queensland smoky, while Chad Townsend’s combination with Maloney could propel him into contention if his rival NSW halfbacks fall over.

Games without Origin players: Bulldogs (H), Tigers (H)

Games following Origin fixtures: Sea Eagles (H – 4 days); Titans (A – 3 days)

Depth chart: Paul Gallen’s rep retirement, along with the Blues seemingly moving on from Luke Lewis, will benefit the Sharks, while the likes of Fa’amanu Brown provided outstanding fill-in value during the 2016 series.

Origin drain rating: 8/10

http://commentaryboxsports.com/australian/nrl/clubs-2017-origin-drain.html
 

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Old article but the fact remains that it's a good time to play the sharks.
 

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I believe that only Klemmer will make it into the Blues 17 this year with Jackson shunted to 18th man. Although I disagree with it, The Blues back row selections I believe will be - Wade Graham, Boyd Cordner, Tyson Frizzell & Jake Trdojevic or Trent Merrin (Peter sterling is a big fan). They will overlook the Morris Boys in favour of Hayne & youth. I don't think we will be too effected this year.
 

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I can't see the Morris twins getting in and I hope they don't because I can't be fucked with more injuries.

With Jackson and Klemmer certainties the pack should be:

8. Tolman
9. Lichaa
10. Fualalo
11. Elliot
12. RFM
13. Graham

14. Kasiano
15. Eastwood
16. To'omaga
17. Saunders
 

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I believe that only Klemmer will make it into the Blues 17 this year with Jackson shunted to 18th man. Although I disagree with it, The Blues back row selections I believe will be - Wade Graham, Boyd Cordner, Tyson Frizzell & Jake Trdojevic or Trent Merrin (Peter sterling is a big fan). They will overlook the Morris Boys in favour of Hayne & youth. I don't think we will be too effected this year.
Yeah unfortunately i think jackson will miss out this year too
 

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Now that Hayne's back into contention it'll be even harder for either Morris twin to make the Blues side. I hope none of our players make origin LOL but that is me being a selfish one eyed Dogs supporter.
 

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Now that Hayne's back into contention it'll be even harder for either Morris twin to make the Blues side. I hope none of our players make origin LOL but that is me being a selfish one eyed Dogs supporter.
the morris bros are not even close to be selected this season so many players ahead of them at the moment
 

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Daley rates Jackson very highly.
Will be surprised if he is not in the blues 17.
I believe he does too, but I think Daley has used his "out" card by stating that the Bulldogs players not involved in City v Country may have hurt their chances at a blues Jumper ie Jackson as he is the only one in serious consideration. Klemmer is the exception because he is playing for the Kangaroos.
 

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I'm tipping Jackson on fight edge, cordner left frizzel at lock n graham on the bench
 

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Only Jackson and Klemmer will be picked. They're going for all younger players now so either Morris is highly unlikely unless there is a ton of injuries.
 

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Getting sharks without Fifita, Graham, Maloney and possibly Bird will be fucking great... should be one we can grind out.
 

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We are under Dudley's origin radar. In seasons gone by we were origin depleted.

Only Klemmer and Jackson will be picked. I would laugh if Dudley left out Jackson. That would highlight his incompetence.

Top 4 has to be the goal this season but we have to go on a win streak of 4-5 games very soon.
 

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Jackson will be one of the first picked by Daley. Daley is a big fan. Klemmer is a certainty and B moz may get a spot as mansour is injured. No one else will get picked or considered. If Daley picks J Moz i'll be shocked as he is past it.
 

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Jackson will be starting second row. Its between him and Cordner for Captaincy. Woods showed his weakness with all the drama at the Tigers..
 

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We have a pretty good draw this year and should go on a run during Origin
 
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