Raiders coach shuts down Origin talk, focusing on managing workload and expectations for rookies.
Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has shut down "ridiculous" State of Origin talk around rookie of the year contender Ethan Strange as he manages workload and expectations for the young guns on his roster.
The next month will be a pivotal period for the Raiders' season, who have defied expectations to sit fifth on the ladder at the midway point of the year.
Strange has been a massive point in the Raiders stunning the competition, especially considering Jamal Fogarty is still at least five weeks away from making his return.