We love the mighty Canberra Raiders
Queensland legend Trevor Gillmeister says the current crop of forwards are the best and most bountiful the Maroons have ever had.
That is a massive call from the former captain, back-rower and member of staff in Queensland's State of Origin camps stretching back to the 1980s.
It is why Gillmeister, known as 'The Axe', said coach Billy Slater had a tough job to find a replacement for injured prop Tom Flegler in game three of the series in Sydney on July 12 as the Maroons target a clean sweep.
Jamal Fogarty, the talented halfback for the Gold Coast Titans, has been quietly improving his kicking game during his time in Canberra.
Despite not being considered a standout halfback, Fogarty's dedication to honing his footwork has not gone unnoticed.
Throughout the season, the Canberra Raiders have struggled to secure comfortable victories, with their winning margins remaining within eight points.
Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart flagged the possibility of Sebastian Kris following in Jack Wighton's footsteps, stating the centre-turned-fullback's versatility was such he could probably play five-eighth as well.
Stuart and his recruitment staff were scouring the market for a new five-eighth with Wighton off to South Sydney next year.
With not many halves options available for next season, they're patiently waiting to see who opened up as player movement ramped up.