Welcome to The Fair Dinkum Department - a weekly deep dive into rugby league's hottest issues and whether or not we think they are real or ridiculous.
NSW have made a huge call on their side for Game II, with a replacement for Nathan Cleary confirmed, while their coach has come under fire for some recent comments.
Elsewhere, Cronulla's title hopes are under the microscope, while the resurgence of the Warriors is putting a smile on everyone's face.
Here's your weekly look at the biggest issues in the NRL, courtesy of The Fair Dinkum Department.
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Is Mitchell Moses the answer to Brad Fittler's prayers?
NSW have made a huge call on the No.7 jumper for their must-win State of Origin clash, recalling Eels star Mitchell Moses into the side.
The 28-year-old beat the likes of Nicho Hynes and Adam Reynolds for the job, but there has been plenty of divided opinions across the rugby league world over his selection.
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Are the Sharks pretenders?
Following their horror 54-10 loss against Melbourne over the weekend, questions are being raised around the premiership credentials of the Cronulla Sharks.
With an ugly record against top-eight sides in recent years and some players out of form, Craig Fitzgibbon has a mountainous task on his hands this year.
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Can the Warriors win the premiership?
Many experts had the Warriors finishing in the bottom-four this season, but their resurgence under new coach Andrew Webster has been nothing short of remarkable.
Shaun Johnson is back at his best, while their big guns in the middle of the park are giving the club's passionate fans plenty to be optimistic about.
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Should the NRL ban coaches from commentating?
NSW coach Brad Fittler has come under fire for recent comments about one of Queensland's best players, leading to plenty of debate over the 'conflict of interest' within the game.
And with so many pundits pulling double-duty these days, are the NRL in an unavoidable situation?
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Are the Wests Tigers doomed for 2024?
Luke Brooks has dropped a major bombshell on the Tigers, informing them of his decision to test the open market and potentially leave the club at the end of the year.
And while there will be no shortage of clubs interested in Brooks, it leaves his current side with more questions than answers.
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